2020 50c Round CuNi Gold Plated - Australian Olympic Team

2020 50c Olympic Team – Gold Plated Round 50c Coin

Celebrate the spirit of the Tokyo Olympic Games with this exclusive 2020 gold-plated 50-cent coin. Originally scheduled for 2020 and held a year later due to the global pandemic, these games became a powerful symbol of resilience and unity. Released by the Royal Australian Mint, this coin honours the dedication and achievements of the elite athletes representing the Australian Olympic Team.

Notably, this issue features a round 50-cent shape, a departure from the standard dodecagonal (12-sided) circulating coin, specifically reserved for special commemorative releases.

Key Features and Specifications

• Year of Issue: 2020
• Theme: Tokyo Olympic Games – Australian Olympic Team
• Finish: Gold Plated Uncirculated
• Shape: Round (Commemorative format)
• Reverse Design: An intricate design featuring elements symbolic of the Tokyo Games and the Australian Olympic Team.
• Obverse Design: Features the Jody Clark effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
• Mintage: Strictly limited to 20,000 coins worldwide.
• Composition: Gold-plated Cupro-Nickel
• Legal Tender: Official Australian 50c coin.

Historical Significance

The Tokyo 2020 Games were historic, marking the first time an Olympic Games was postponed and rescheduled. This coin serves as a lasting tribute to the perseverance of the Australian athletes who navigated unprecedented challenges to compete on the world stage. With a very low mintage of just 20,000 pieces, it is a significant acquisition for collectors of Olympic memorabilia and rare Australian decimal coins.

Condition and Presentation

Each coin is securely housed in a protective capsule and presented in a dedicated Australian Olympic Team collectible card.

Condition Note:

• Uncirculated Quality: The coin is in uncirculated condition, featuring a brilliant gold-plated finish and sharp detail.
• Packaging: The coin is encapsulated within the card. Please be aware that some wear may be present on the collectible cards, consistent with storage and handling.