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1979 Proof Queen Elizabeth II 10 Cents · LuckyCoin
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1979 Proof Queen Elizabeth II 10 Cents

The 1979 Proof Queen Elizabeth II 10 Cents is a proof strike from Australia. composed of copper-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel) (5.66 g).

1979 Proof Queen Elizabeth II 10 Cents

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The 1979 Proof Queen Elizabeth II 10 Cents coin, made of copper-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel), and weighing 5.66 grams. With a diameter of 23.6 mm, and a thickness of 1.76 mm, and featuring a reeded edge.

The obverse is 4th portrait of queen elizabeth ii facing right wearing the girls of great britain and ireland tiara. It reads "ELIZABETH II AUSTRALIA 1999 IRB". The reverse is male superb lyrebird (menura novaehollandiae), value superimposed. It reads "10 SD".

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Specifications

Type
Standard circulation coin
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
5.66 g
Diameter
23.6 mm
Thickness
1.76 mm
Edge
Reeded
Currency
Dollar (1966-date)

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What is the 1979 Proof Queen Elizabeth II 10 Cents made of?
The 1979 Proof Queen Elizabeth II 10 Cents is made of copper-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel), weighs 5.66 grams, and measures 23.6 mm in diameter.