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1996 Australia 1/20 oz Gold Nugget

1996 Australia 1/20 oz Gold Nugget

1996 Australia 1/20 oz Gold Nugget


0.0500 troy oz .9999 1996 Brilliant Unc

Struck in 1996, this small Australian gold coin showcases a high level of craftsmanship with its composition of 0.0500 troy ounces of 0.9999 fine gold. Despite its diminutive size, the coin carries a face value of 5 Dollars and is backed as official sovereign currency by the government of Australia. The reverse side of the coin features a detailed depiction of a kangaroo accompanied by its joey, a design created by Louise Pinder. Surrounding this wildlife scene, the inscriptions record its weight, purity, and the series name, reading "THE AUSTRALIAN NUGGET 1996 1/20 OZ. 9999 GOLD". The obverse displays the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. This side bears the inscriptions "ELIZABETH II", "AUSTRALIA", and the denomination of "5 DOLLARS". This specific release had a total mintage of 189,706 pieces and is preserved in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, offering a beautiful example of Australia's famous bullion series.

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Specifications

Country Australia
Year 1996
Grade Brilliant Unc
Legal-tender face value 5 Dollars
Metal Gold
Weight 0.0500 troy oz
Purity .9999
Diameter 14.1 mm
Thickness 1.4 mm

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