Currency (Perth Mint) Determination 2000 (No. 5)

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Currency (Perth Mint) Determination 2000 (No. 5)

I, JOE HOCKEY, Minister for Financial Services and Regulation, make this Determination under subsection 13A (1) of the Currency Act 1965.

Dated 10 October 2000

JOE HOCKEY

Minister for Financial Services and Regulation

Contents

Page

 1 Name of Determination 

 2 Commencement 

 3 Specification of coins 2

 4 Application of Determination 

Schedule 1  

Part 1 Specifications of coins 

Part 2 Explanation of symbols 

 

 

 

 

1 Name of Determination

  This Determination is the Currency (Perth Mint) Determination 2000 (No. 5).

2 Commencement

  This Determination commences on gazettal.

3 Specification of coins

 (1) This Determination specifies, for a coin having the denomination and standard composition specified in columns 2 and 3 of Part 1 of Schedule 1, the standard weight, the allowable variation from that weight, the dimensions and the design specified in columns 4, 5 and 6 of that Part.

 (2) A reference in Part 1 of Schedule 1 to the diameter of a coin is, for a coin that is not circular, a reference to the longest distance between 2 opposite points on the edge of the coin.

4 Application of Determination

  The specifications in this Determination do not affect any other Determination of the specifications of a coin.

 

Schedule 1    

(section 3)

Part 1 Specifications of coins

 

Column 1

Column 2

Column 3

Column 4

Column 5

Column 6

Item

Denomination

Standard
composition

Standard weight and allowable variation (g)

Dimensions

Design

 

 

 

 

(1)
Diameter
(mm)

(2)
Thickness
(mm)

(1)
Shape

(2)
Edge

(3)
Obverse

(4)
Reverse

101

$20

Bi-metallic:

(a) centre piece – 99.9% gold

(b) surround – 99.9% silver

19.60 0.500

32.00

2.80

S1

E1

O23

R245

102

25 cents

Not less than 99.9% silver

8.749 0.500

26.26

4.00

S4

E4

O24

R246

103

$1

Not less than 99.9% silver

22.385 0.500

40.50

4.00

S1

E1

O25

R247

104

$1

Not less than 99.9% silver

22.385 0.500

40.50

4.00

S1

E1

O25

R248

105

$1

Not less than 99.9% silver

22.385 0.500

40.50

4.00

S1

E1

O25

R249

106

$1

Not less than 99.9% silver

22.385 0.500

40.50

4.00

S1

E1

O25

R250

107

$1

Not less than 99.9% silver

22.385 0.500

40.50

4.00

S1

E1

O25

R251

108

$1

Not less than 99.9% silver

22.385 0.500

40.50

4.00

S1

E1

O25

R252

109

$1

Not less than 99.9% silver

22.385 0.500

40.50

4.00

S1

E1

O25

R253

 

Part 2 Explanation of symbols

 

Column 1

Column 2

Column 3

Column 4

Item

Design Feature

Symbol

Explanation

201

Shape

S1

Circular

202

Shape

S4

7-pointed star-shaped

203

Edge

E1

Continuously milled

204

Edge

E4

Plain

205

Obverse

O23

A seven-pointed, star-shaped gold centrepiece bearing an effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, surrounded by a silver border bearing a circle of raised beads immediately inside the rim, enclosing the inscriptions:

(a) ‘ELIZABETH II’; and

(b) ‘AUSTRALIA’; and

(c) ‘20 DOLLARS’.

206

Obverse

O24

A seven-pointed, star-shaped dump bearing an effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, surrounded by the inscriptions:

(a) ‘ELIZABETH II’; and

(b) ‘AUSTRALIA’; and

(c) ‘25 CENTS’.

207

Obverse

O25

 

A holey dollar comprising a silver annulus with a seven-pointed, star-shaped hole in the centre and a circle of raised beads, immediately inside the rim, enclosing:

(a) the inscriptions:

 (i) ‘ELIZABETH II’; and

 (ii) ‘AUSTRALIA’; and

 (iii) ‘ONE DOLLAR’; and

(b) a small effigy of Queen Elizabeth II.

208

Reverse

R245

 

A seven-pointed, star-shaped gold centrepiece bearing a representation of the coat of arms of Australia, surrounded by a silver border bearing:

(a) a representation of the floral emblem of each state of Australia and the Northern Territory, in turn; and

(b) as a mint mark, the letter ‘P’.

209

Reverse

R246

A seven-pointed, star-shaped dump with:

(a) the inscriptions:

 (i) ‘1901’; and

 (ii) ‘2001’; and

(b) a representation of new Parliament House, Canberra; and

(c) as a mint mark, the letter ‘P’.

210

Reverse

R247

A holey dollar comprising:

(a) a silver annulus bearing:

 (i) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of New South Wales, pad printed in colour; and

 (ii) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Victoria; and

 (iii) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Queensland; and

 (iv) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Western Australia; and

 (v) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of South Australia; and

 (vi) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Tasmania; and

 (vii) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of the Northern Territory; and

 (viii) as a mint mark, the letter ‘P’; and

(b) a seven-pointed star-shaped hole in the centre.

211

Reverse

R248

A holey dollar comprising:

(a) a silver annulus bearing:

 (i) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of New South Wales; and

 (ii) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Victoria, pad printed in colour; and

 (iii) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Queensland; and

 (iv) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Western Australia; and

 (v) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of South Australia; and

 (vi) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Tasmania; and

 (vii) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of the Northern Territory; and

 (viii) as a mint mark, the letter ‘P’; and

(b) a seven-pointed star-shaped hole in the centre.

212

Reverse

R249

A holey dollar comprising:

(a) a silver annulus bearing:

 (i) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of New South Wales; and

 (ii) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Victoria; and

 (iii) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Queensland, pad printed in colour; and

 (iv) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Western Australia; and

 (v) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of South Australia; and

 (vi) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Tasmania; and

 (vii) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of the Northern Territory; and

 (viii) as a mint mark, the letter ‘P’; and

(b) a seven-pointed star-shaped hole in the centre.

213

Reverse

R250

A holey dollar comprising:

(a) a silver annulus bearing:

 (i) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of New South Wales; and

 (ii) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Victoria; and

 (iii) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Queensland; and

 (iv) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Western Australia, pad printed in colour; and

 (v) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of South Australia; and

 (vi) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Tasmania; and

 (vii) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of the Northern Territory; and

 (viii) as a mint mark, the letter ‘P’; and

(b) a seven-pointed star-shaped hole in the centre.

214

Reverse

R251

A holey dollar comprising:

(a) a silver annulus bearing:

 (i) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of New South Wales; and

 (ii) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Victoria; and

 (iii) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Queensland; and

 (iv) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Western Australia; and

 (v) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of South Australia, pad printed in colour; and

 (vi) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Tasmania; and

 (vii) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of the Northern Territory; and

 (viii) as a mint mark, the letter ‘P’; and

(b) a seven-pointed star-shaped hole in the centre.

215

Reverse

R252

A holey dollar comprising:

(a) a silver annulus bearing:

 (i) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of New South Wales; and

 (ii) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Victoria; and

 (iii) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Queensland; and

 (iv) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Western Australia; and

 (v) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of South Australia; and

 (vi) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Tasmania, pad printed in colour; and

 (vii) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of the Northern Territory; and

 (viii) as a mint mark, the letter ‘P’; and

(b) a seven-pointed star-shaped hole in the centre.

216

Reverse

R253

A holey dollar comprising:

(a) a silver annulus bearing:

 (i) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of New South Wales; and

 (ii) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Victoria; and

 (iii) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Queensland; and

 (iv) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Western Australia; and

 (v) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of South Australia; and

 (vi) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of Tasmania; and

 (vii) a representation of the design on the shield comprising part of the coat of arms of the Northern Territory; and

 (viii) as a mint mark, the letter ‘P’; and

(b) a seven-pointed star-shaped hole in the centre.

 

 

Overview

The Currency (Perth Mint) Determination 2000 (No. 5) was made by Joe Hockey, the Minister for Financial Services and Regulation, under subsection 13A(1) of the Currency Act 1965. The determination specifies the standards for coins minted at the Perth Mint, including their weight, dimensions, and design features. This legislation was enacted to ensure consistency in the specifications of Australian currency and to maintain the quality and integrity of the nation's coinage. The Currency Act 1965 was passed by the Australian Parliament with the primary policy objective of regulating the production, distribution, and use of Australian currency. The Currency (Perth Mint) Determination 2000 (No. 5) aims to provide detailed specifications for the coins produced by the Perth Mint, ensuring they meet the required standards set out in the Currency Act 1965.

Scope and Application

The Currency (Perth Mint) Determination 2000 (No. 5) applies to the specifications of certain coins produced by the Perth Mint, as outlined in the Currency Act 1965. This determination specifies the standard weight, allowable variation, dimensions, and design of coins, ensuring consistency and adherence to the prescribed standards for the coins listed. This legislation is applicable to any coin with the denomination and standard composition as specified in the Schedule of the Determination. It is important to note that this Determination does not affect any other Determination of the specifications of a coin. The geographic reach of this legislation is national, as it applies to the Perth Mint, which is an Australian institution. There are no stated exclusions, exemptions, or thresholds within this Determination. However, it is possible for the application and scope of this Act to be extended or restricted through subordinate instruments made under the authority of the Currency Act 1965.

Key Provisions

The Currency (Perth Mint) Determination 2000 (No. 5) sets out the specifications for certain coins minted by the Perth Mint, specifying their composition, weight, dimensions, and design. According to section 3, the Determination details the standard weight, allowable variation, dimensions, and design for coins of specified denominations and standard composition as outlined in Schedule 1. The specifications provided include details such as the diameter, thickness, shape, edge design, and both obverse and reverse designs for each coin. Importantly, these specifications do not alter any other determinations regarding coin specifications, ensuring consistency across different coin types. The Determination imposes specific obligations on the Perth Mint and other entities involved in the minting process. They must adhere strictly to the outlined specifications for each coin type, ensuring that the coins minted meet the prescribed standards in terms of composition, weight, dimensions, and design. This includes ensuring that the coins have the correct metal content, weight, size, and detailed design elements as specified. Non-compliance with these specifications could result in the production of coins that do not meet legal standards, potentially leading to legal and financial repercussions. Failure to comply with the specifications outlined in the Determination can result in legal consequences. While the Determination does not explicitly state the penalties for non-compliance, violations of the Currency Act 1965, under which this Determination is made, can lead to significant fines and potential criminal charges. The Currency Act provides for penalties including substantial fines and imprisonment for offences such as counterfeiting or producing substandard currency. Therefore, entities involved in the minting process must ensure strict adherence to the Determination to avoid these serious legal consequences.

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