2016 50c Coloured Uncirculated Coin – Holden Heritage Collection: VC Commodore

2016 50c Coloured Uncirculated Coin – Holden Heritage Collection: VC Commodore

Celebrate 160 years of Holden’s heritage with this official 2016 50c coloured uncirculated coin from the Royal Australian Mint. Paying tribute to the VC Commodore produced between 1980 and 1981, this release marks the dawn of the long-running Commodore nameplate in Australian motoring.

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 – VC Commodore (1980–1981)
• 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# 96369
• Issuer / Mint: Royal Australian Mint, Canberra

Design Details & Key Features

• Vintage Advertising Reverse Artwork: Features a detailed coloured rendering of the red VC Commodore set against a retro backdrop, highlighting the production dates 1980–1981.
• 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.