This stunning 1966 Australia 20 Cents coin features the elegant second portrait of Queen Elizabeth II adorned with the iconic Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara on the obverse, while the reverse showcases the unique platypus alongside the denomination. Made of durable copper-nickel and measuring 28.52mm in diameter, this collectible piece is a must-have for numismatists and investors alike, representing both historical significance and Australian wildlife.
- Issuer: Australia
- Year: 1966
- Face Value: 20 Cents
- Composition: Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
- Size: 28.52mm diameter
- Obverse: 2nd portrait of Queen Elizabeth II facing right wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara
- Reverse: Platypus (Ornithorhynchus anatinus) and the numeral “20”
- Catalogue Reference: KM# 66, Schön# 53
- Numista N#: 1003