Currency Determination No. 3 of 1995

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Commonwealth of Australia

Currency Act 1965

Currency Determination No. 3 of 1995

I, PAUL ELLIOTT, Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer, acting for the Treasurer, make the following Determination under the Currency Act 1965.

Dated 4 September 1995.

Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer

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Citation

1. This Determination may be cited as Currency Determination No. 3 of 1995.

Commencement

2. This Determination commences on 13 September 1994.

Application of the Determination

3. This Determination (other than clause 33) does not affect any other determination of the specifications or design of a coin.


Schedule to the Act

4. The Act has effect, on and after the commencement of this Determination, as if:

(a) there were included in the Schedule to the Act a reference to a denomination of “One hundred and fifty dollars”; and

(b) there were specified in that Schedule, opposite to that denomination, as the standard composition of coins of that denomination, the expression “not less than 99.99% gold”.

Specifications and design of a 20 cent coin

5. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of 20 cents the standard composition of which includes copper and nickel.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 11.30 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.33 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 28.65 millimetres.

(7) The thickness of the coin is 2.52 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “1995”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) the logo of the United Nations; and

(b) the inscriptions “UNITED NATIONS FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY” and “20 cents”.


Specifications and design of a $150 gold coin

6. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $150 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 15.792 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.240 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 30.10 millimetres.

(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.80 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “1995”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a waratah (Telopea speciosissima); and

(b) the inscription “150 DOLLARS”.

Specifications and design of a $150 gold coin

7. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $150 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 15.792 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.240 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 30.10 millimetres.


(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.80 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “1996”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a Tasmanian blue gum (Eucalyptus globulus); and

(b) the inscription “150 DOLLARS”.

Specifications and design of a $150 gold coin

8. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $150 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 15.792 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.240 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 30.10 millimetres.

(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.80 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “1997”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a Mangles’ kangaroo paw (Anigozanthos manglesii); and

(b) the inscription “150 DOLLARS”.


Specifications and design of a $150 gold coin

9. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $150 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 15.792 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.240 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 30.10 millimetres.

(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.80 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and

“1998”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a Sturt’s desert pea (Clianthus formosus); and

(b) the inscription “150 DOLLARS”.

Specifications and design of a $150 gold coin

10. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $150 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 15.792 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.240 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 30.10 millimetres.


(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.80 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “1999”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a common heath (Epacris impressa); and

(b) the inscription “150 DOLLARS”.

Specifications and design of a $150 gold coin

11. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $150 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 15.792 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.240 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 30.10 millimetres.

(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.80 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “2000”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a Cooktown orchid (Dendrobium bigibbum); and

(b) the inscription “150 DOLLARS”.


Specifications and design of a $150 gold coin

12. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $150 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 15.792 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.240 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 30.10 millimetres.

(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.80 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “2001”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a Sturt’s desert rose (Gossypium sturtianum); and

(b) the inscription “150 DOLLARS”.

Specifications and design of a $150 gold coin

13. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $150 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 15.792 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.240 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 30.10 millimetres.


(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.80 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH IT”, “AUSTRALIA” and “2002”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a royal bluebell (Wahlenbergia gloriosa); and

(b) the inscription “150 DOLLARS”.

Specifications and design of a $150 gold coin

14. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $150 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 15.792 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.240 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 30.10 millimetres.

(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.80 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and

“2003”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a golden wattle (Acacia pycnantha); and

(b) the inscription “150 DOLLARS”.


Specifications and design of a $100 gold coin

15. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $100 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 10.468 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.100 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.

(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.50 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “1995”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a waratah (Telopea speciosissima); and

(b) the inscription “100 DOLLARS”.

Specifications and design of a $100 gold coin

16. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $100 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 10.468 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.100 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.


(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.50 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “1996”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a Tasmanian blue gum (Eucalyptus globulus); and

(b) the inscription “100 DOLLARS”.

Specifications and design of a $100 gold coin

17. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $100 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 10.468 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.100 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.

(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.50 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “1997”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a Mangles’ kangaroo paw (Anigozanthos manglesii); and

(b) the inscription “100 DOLLARS”.


Specifications and design of a $100 gold coin

18. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $100 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 10.468 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.100 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.

(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.50 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “1998”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a Sturt’s desert pea (Clianthus formosus); and

(b) the inscription “100 DOLLARS”.

Specifications and design of a $100 gold coin

19. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $100 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 10.468 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.100 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.


(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.50 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “1999”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a common heath (Epacris impressa); and

(b) the inscription “100 DOLLARS”.

Specifications and design of a $100 gold coin

20. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $100 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 10.468 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.100 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.

(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.50 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears;

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “2000”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a Cooktown orchid (Dendrobium bigibbum); and

(b) the inscription “100 DOLLARS”.


Specifications and design of a $100 gold coin

21. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $100 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 10.468 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.100 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.

(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.50 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “2001”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a Sturt’s desert rose (Gossypium sturtianum); and

(b) the inscription “100 DOLLARS”.

Specifications and design of a $100 gold coin

22. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $100 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 10.468 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.100 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.


(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.50 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “2002”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a royal bluebell (Wahlenbergia gloriosa); and

(b) the inscription “100 DOLLARS”.

Specifications and design of a $100 gold coin

23. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $100 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 10.468 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.100 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.

(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.50 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “2003”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a golden wattle (Acacia pycnantha); and

(b) the inscription “100 DOLLARS”.


Specifications and design of a $100 gold coin

24. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $100 the standard composition of which consists of gold and other metal.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 10.342 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.100 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.

(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.60 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “1995”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a waratah (Telopea speciosissima); and

(b) the inscription “100 DOLLARS”.

Specifications and design of a $100 gold coin

25. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $100 the standard composition of which consists of gold and other metal.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 10.342 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.100 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.


(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.60 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “1996”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a Tasmanian blue gum (Eucalyptus globulus); and

(b) the inscription “100 DOLLARS”.

Specifications and design of a $100 gold coin

26. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $100 the standard composition of which consists of gold and other metal.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 10.342 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.100 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.

(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.60 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “1997”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a Mangles’ kangaroo paw (Anigozanthos manglesii); and

(b) the inscription “100 DOLLARS”.


Specifications and design of a $100 gold coin

27. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $100 the standard composition of which consists of gold and other metal.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 10.342 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.100 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.

(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.60 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “1998”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a Sturt’s desert pea (Clianthus formosus); and

(b) the inscription “100 DOLLARS”.

Specifications and design of a $100 gold coin

28. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $100 the standard composition of which consists of gold and other metal.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 10.342 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.100 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.


(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.60 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “1999”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a common heath (Epacris impressa); and

(b) the inscription “100 DOLLARS”.

Specifications and design of a $100 gold coin

29. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $100 the standard composition of which consists of gold and other metal.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 10.342 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.100 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.

(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.60 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “2000”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a Cooktown orchid (Dendrobium bigibbum); and

(b) the inscription “100 DOLLARS”.


Specifications and design of a $100 gold coin

30. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $100 the standard composition of which consists of gold and other metal.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 10.342 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.100 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.

(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.60 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “2001”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a Sturt’s desert rose (Gossypium sturtianum); and

(b) the inscription “100 DOLLARS”.

Specifications and design of a $100 gold coin

31. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $100 the standard composition of which consists of gold and other metal.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 10.342 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.100 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.


(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.60 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “2002”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a royal bluebell (Wahlenbergia gloriosa); and

(b) the inscription “100 DOLLARS”.

Specifications and design of a $100 gold coin

32. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $100 the standard composition of which consists of gold and other metal.

(2) The shape of the coin is circular.

(3) The edge of the coin is milled.

(4) The standard weight of the coin is 10.342 grams.

(5) A variation of 0.100 grams from the standard weight is allowed.

(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.

(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.60 millimetres.

(8) The obverse of the coin bears:

(a) an effigy of the Queen; and

(b) the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA” and “2003”.

(9) The reverse of the coin bears:

(a) a representation of the flower of a golden wattle (Acacia pycnantha); and

(b) the inscription “100 DOLLARS”.


Amendment of Currency Determination No. 5 of 1994

33. Currency Determination No. 5 of 19941 is amended by omitting paragraph 8 (13) (b) and substituting the following paragraph:

“(b) a representation of a mountain range, the Southern Cross and telegraph poles across the desert; and”.

NOTE

1. Published in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette on 21 December 1994.

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