This 1966 Australia 5 Cents coin, minted in Canberra, features the second portrait of Queen Elizabeth II adorned with the iconic Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara on the obverse, and the unique short-beaked echidna on the reverse. Made from durable copper-nickel and measuring 19.41mm in diameter, this collectible piece is a must-have for both coin enthusiasts and investors looking to enhance their collection with a significant historical artifact.
- Issuer: Australia
- Year: 1966
- Face Value: 5 Cents
- Composition: Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
- Size: 19.41mm diameter
- Obverse: 2nd portrait of Queen Elizabeth II facing right wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara
- Reverse: Short-beaked Echidnas or Spiny Ant Eaters (Tachyglossus aculeatus) and denomination in cents; designer mark below
- Catalogue Reference: KM# 64, Schön# 51
- Numista N#: 70