2018 50c Coin - Ford High Octane - 1989 Sierra RS500 Cosworth

2018 50c Coloured Uncirculated Coin – Ford High Octane: 1989 Sierra RS500 Cosworth

Celebrate a dominant force in Group A touring car racing with this 2018 commemorative coin. The 1989 Sierra RS500 Cosworth was a turbocharged "pocket rocket" that redefined performance on Australian tracks. Most famously driven by Dick Johnson and John Bowe, the Shell-liveried Sierras were nearly untouchable, securing back-to-back championships and a legendary Bathurst victory in 1989.

Part of the Ford Motorsport High Octane collection, this coin pays tribute to the high-tech, turbocharged era of Australian motorsport and the machine that left its rivals in the dust.

Specifications

• Year of Issue: 2018
• Denomination: 50c
• Metal Content: Cupro-Nickel
• Mass: 15.55g
• Diameter: 31.51mm (Dodecagonal)
• Finish: Coloured Uncirculated
• Mintage: 24,708 (Total across listed 2018 formats)
• Issuer: Royal Australian Mint
• Numista Ref: N# 149564

Key Features and Design

• Vibrant Reverse: Designed by Adam Ball, the reverse features a colour-printed depiction of the Sierra RS500 Cosworth in a dynamic racing pose, showcasing its iconic massive rear wing and aerodynamic body kit.
• Obverse Portrait: Features the 4th definitive portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley.
• Turbocharged Legend: Commemorates the RS500's absolute dominance in the late 1980s, a period that forced a change in racing regulations due to the car's overwhelming speed.
• High Octane Series: One of the six core "Motor Sport Legends" releases, highlighting Ford's international engineering prowess on Australian soil.

Condition and Presentation

• Condition: This coin is in uncirculated condition, exhibiting sharp detail and original mint colour.
• Presentation: Housed in its original official Royal Australian Mint themed presentation card and protective capsule.
• Condition Note: While the coin itself is pristine, please note that there is minor wear present on the outer folder/card consistent with age and storage.