2016 50c Coloured Uncirculated Coin – Holden Heritage Collection: 48-215 (FX)

2016 50c Coloured Uncirculated Coin – Holden Heritage Collection: 48-215 (FX)

Celebrate 160 years of Holden’s heritage with this official 2016 50c coloured uncirculated coin from the Royal Australian Mint. Paying tribute to Australia’s first domestically mass-produced car—the 48-215 (FX) launched on 29 November 1948—this release marks the dawn of modern Australian automotive history.

Struck in cupro-nickel to brilliant uncirculated standard with selective colour printing inspired by vintage advertising, this coin is presented in an official pop-up style coincard detailing the vehicle's history.

Specifications

• Year of Issue: 2016
• Theme: Holden Heritage Collection – 48-215 (FX) (1948–1953)
• Denomination: 50c
• Finish: Coloured Uncirculated
• Metal Content: Cupro-Nickel
• Mass: 15.55g
• Diameter: 31.51mm
• Mintage Limit: 30,000
• Obverse Effigy: Ian Rank-Broadley portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
• Reverse Designer: D. Neale / Royal Australian Mint
• Numista Reference: N# 96374
• Issuer / Mint: Royal Australian Mint, Canberra

Design Details & Key Features

• Vintage Advertising Reverse Artwork: Features a detailed coloured rendering of the classic black 48-215 set against a retro sunrise backdrop, highlighting the dates 1948–1953.
• Ian Rank-Broadley Obverse: Features the fourth official circulating effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
• Official Pop-Up Coincard: Housed inside a specially designed pop-up display card containing historical facts about the model.

Condition and Presentation Note

• Uncirculated Quality: Coins remain in uncirculated condition, capturing sharp strike relief and bright original mint lustre.
• Official Packaging: Presented in its original official Royal Australian Mint pop-up coincard.
• Packaging & Storage Wear: Presentation cards may exhibit minor shelf wear, subtle corner softening, or light handling marks consistent with storage.