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An Australian coin with 10 on the reverse is a 10 cent piece. The animal under the 10 is a Lyre Bird. This particular design has been in circulation since 1966. Composition is 75% copper, 25% nickel. It has a milled edge and weighs 5.66 grams. The obverse has Queen Elizabeth II on it. The Queen's portrait is updated every 10 to 20 years to reflect a more realistic likeness as time goes by.
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Coin that is from Australia it has Elizabeth II on one side and a scroll design with the number 10 on the other what is it?
The only Australian coin with a 10 on it, is the Australian 10 cent coin. It has a lyrebrid on the reverse.
Is the Australian 10 cent coin smaller than the Australian 20 cent coin?
Yes, the 10 cent coin is smaller. The Australian 10 cent coin is 23.60 mm in diameter. The Australian 20 cent coin is 28.52 mm in diameter.
What is the value of a 1957 Australian 10 cent coin?
Such a coin does not exist. The first Australian 10 cent coin was issued in 1966.
What animal is featured on the reverse of the Australian 10 cent coin?
The Superb Lyrebird is featured on the reverse of all Australian 10 cent coins from the first issue in 1966 to present. [It has an amazing ablity to mimic the sounds of other animals and even machinery.]
What are the specifications of an Australian 10 cent coin?
The Australian 10 cent coin was first issued on the 14th of February, 1966, and general circulation coins have the following specifications - 10 cent coin - has a silvery appearance, weighs 5.66 grams, is 23.60 mm in diameter, is 2 mm thick, has a reeded edge and is made from 75% copper and 25% nickel. The Australian 10 cent coin has maintained the same specifications since its first issue and features a lyrebird on the reverse.
Is an Australian 10 cent coin heavier than a Two Dollar coin?
No, the Two Dollar coin is heavier. An Australian 10 cent coin weighs 5.66 grams. An Australian 2 Dollar coin weighs 6.6 grams.
What is the value of a Australian dime?
Ask a new question with a specific date. Australia does not have a "dime" coin.
What combination of Australian coins equal 50 grams?
One each of the 5, 10, 20 and 50 cent, 1 Dollar and 2 Dollar coins = 50.95 grams. Australian coins have the following weights - 1 cent - 2.59 grams 2 cent - 5.18 grams 5 cent - 2.83 grams 10 cent - 5.66 grams 20 cent - 11.31 grams 50 cent - 15.55 grams 1 Dollar - 9 grams 2 Dollar - 6.6 grams The 1 and 2 cent coins are still legal tender.
Why doesn't an Australian 10 cent coin attract a magnet?
Because it is made from 75% copper and 25% nickel, not iron or steel. No Australian coin is magnetic.
Is an Australian Two Dollar coin or an Australian 10 cent coin larger in size?
The Two Dollar coin was the most recent addition to Australia's circulating coinage and had to fit in with, and be distinguished from, 7 existing types of circulating coin. Circulating coins are no longer made of precious metals, so there is no longer a need to make them to any particular size for any particular metal or denomination. There was also a need to consider the visually impaired. The Two Dollar coin is slightly larger than the 5 cent coin and slightly smaller than the 10 cent coin, and significantly thicker than both.
What is the value of 2007 new zealand 10 cent coin tuatara uncirulated?
Such a coin does not exist. The Tuatara was featured on the reverse of the New Zealand 5 cent coin which was withdrawn from circulation and demonetised in 2006.
Why is there a lyre bird on the Australian 10 cent coin?
Since the first issue of the Australian 10 cent coin in 1966, the lyrebird has appeared on the reverse of the coin. By the early 1960's, the government had decided that Australia would have a decimal currency and that the designs on the coins and notes would reflect Australia. The Dollar was chosen as the unit of currency and there would be 100 cents in the dollar. The designer of the coins was Stuart Devlin, and to reflect Australia he chose various indigenous animals.
