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Five cents: CM.339-2017

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Maker(s)

Ruler: Elizabeth II (r. 1952-2022)
Mint: Royal Australian Mint

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2017-07-10) by Museum collection boxes

Dating

Production date: AD 2014

Components of the work

Object composed of cupro-nickel Diameter 19.23 mm Die Axis 0 degrees Weight 2.82 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Crowned head, right

  • Text: ELIZABETH II AUSTRALIA 2014
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: obverse

  • Text: 5
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Echidna

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Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.339-2017
Primary reference Number: 241502

Audit data

Created: Thursday 16 July 2020 Updated: Monday 25 March 2024

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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