{"id":"F2008B00112","name":"Currency Determination No. 7 of 1995","slug":"currency-determination-no-7-of-1995","collection":"legislative_instrument","jurisdiction":"commonwealth","status":"in_force","isInForce":true,"actNumber":null,"makingDate":null,"administeringDepartment":null,"currentVersion":{"id":72450,"registerId":"commonwealth-F2008B00112-current","compilationNumber":null,"startDate":"2026-04-02","status":"InForce","reasons":null,"registeredAt":null},"sections":[{"sectionNumber":"1","sectionType":"section","heading":"Currency Determination No. 7 of 1995","content":"Commonwealth of Australia\n\nCurrency Act 1965\n\nCurrency Determination No. 7 of 1995\n\nI, PAUL ELLIOTT, Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer, acting for the Treasurer, make the following Determination under subsection 13A (1) of the Currency Act 1965.\n\nDated 27 December 1995.\n\n![](image.001.png)\n\nParliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer\n\n![](image.002.png)Citation\n\n1. This Determination may be cited as Currency Determination No. 7 of 1995.\n\n\\[NOTE: This Determination commences on gazettal: see Acts Interpretation Act 1901, s.46A and s. 48.\\]\n\nApplication of the Determination\n\n2\\. This Determination does not affect any other determination of the specifications or design of a coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $1 silver coin\n\n3\\. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $1 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.9% silver.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n95M311, 14/12/95. 4:23 PM 95139038\n\nFederal Register of Legislative Instruments F2008B00112\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 31.635 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.500 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 40.60 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 4.00 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) “I DOLLAR”,\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a kookaburra and young in the hollow of a tree; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN KOOKABURRA 1 OZ. 999 SILVER\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\" or \"1997\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $1 silver coin\n\n4\\. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $1 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.9% silver.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 31.635 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.500 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 40.60 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 4.00 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"1 DOLLAR\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a kookaburra in flight; and\n\n(b) a smaller encircled:\n\n(i) representation of a sailing ship; and\n\n(ii) inscriptions:\n\n(A) \"TRICENTENNIAL\"; and\n\n(B) \"SWAN RIVER\"; and\n\n(C) ROTTNEST IS.\"; and\n\n(c) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN KOOKABURRA 1 OZ. 999 SILVER\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of $1 silver coins\n\n5\\. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of 5 coins each of the denomination of $1 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.9% silver.\n\n(2) The shape of each coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of each coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of each coin is 31.635 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.500 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of each coin is 40.60 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of each coin is 4.00 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of each coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"1 DOLLAR\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of each coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of each coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a kookaburra in flight; and\n\n(b) a smaller encircled:\n\n(i) representation of a structure specified in the table set out in the Schedule; and\n\n(ii) inscription specified in that table in relation to the structure; and\n\n(c) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN KOOKABURRA 1 OZ. 999 SILVER\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside each rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $2 silver coin\n\n6- (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $2 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.9% silver.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 62.770 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.500 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 50.30 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 4.50 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"2 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a kookaburra and young in the hollow of a tree; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN KOOKABURRA 2 OZ. 999 SILVER\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\" or \"1997\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $2 silver coin\n\n7\\. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $2 the standard composition of which (except for the cameo referred to in paragraph (9) (a)) includes not less than 99.9% silver.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 62.770 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.500 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 50.30 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 4.50 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"2 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a kookaburra in flight; and\n\n(b) a smaller encircled representation, in gold cameo, of the American eagle with a wreath (based on the United States \"Liberty Cap\" $5 coin); and\n\n(c) the following inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN KOOKABURRA 2 OZ. 999 SILVER\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1995\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $2 silver coin\n\n8\\. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $2 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.9% silver.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 62.770 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.500 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 50.30 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 4.50 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"2 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a kookaburra in flight; and\n\n(b) a smaller encircled representation of the coat of arms of The Hague; and\n\n(c) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN KOOKABURRA 2 OZ. 999 SILVER\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $2 silver coin\n\n9\\. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $2 the standard composition of which (except for the cameo referred to in paragraph (9) (a)) includes not less than 99.9% silver.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 62.770 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.500 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 50.30 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 4.50 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"2 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a kookaburra and young in the hollow of a tree; and\n\n(b) a smaller representation, in gold cameo, of the reverse of the Spade Guinea; and\n\n(c) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN KOOKABURRA 2 OZ. 999 SILVER\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $2 silver coin\n\n10\\. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $2 the standard composition of which (except for the cameo referred to in paragraph (9) (a)) includes not less than 99.9% silver.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 62.770 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.500 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 50.30 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 4.50 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"2 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a kookaburra and young in the hollow of a tree; and\n\n(b) a smaller representation, in gold cameo, of the reverse of a Johanna coin; and\n\n(c) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN KOOKABURRA 2 OZ. 999 SILVER\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $2 silver coin\n\n11\\. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $2 the standard composition of which (except for the cameo referred to in paragraph (9) (a)) includes not less than 99.9% silver.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 62.770 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.500 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 50.30 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 4.50 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"2 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a kookaburra in flight; and\n\n(b) a smaller representation, in gold cameo, of the obverse of a 1799 ducat coin; and\n\n(c) the following inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN KOOKABURRA 2 OZ. 999 SILVER\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $2 silver coin\n\n12\\. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $2 the standard composition of which (except for the cameo referred to in paragraph (9) (a)) includes not less than 99.9% silver.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 62.770 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.500 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 50.30 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 4.50 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"2 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a kookaburra in flight; and\n\n(b) a smaller representation, in gold cameo, of the reverse of a pagoda coin featuring a star; and\n\n(c) the following inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN KOOKABURRA 2 OZ. 999 SILVER\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $5 gold coin\n\n13\\. (1) This clause sets out the design of a coin of the denomination of $5 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 1.571 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.015 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 14.10 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.40 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\" ; and\n\n(iii) \"5 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a hopping kangaroo, superimposed on a sunburst design; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions;\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN NUGGET ![](image.003.png) OZ. 9999 GOLD\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\" or \"1997\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $5 platinum coin\n\n14\\. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $5 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.95% platinum.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 1.571 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.015 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 14.10 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.40 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"5 DOLLARS\"; all encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a mother koala with baby koala; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN KOALA ![](image.003.png) OZ. 9995 PLATINUM\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\" or \"1997\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $10 silver coin\n\n15\\. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $10 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.9% silver.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 312.347 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 1.00 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 75.50 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 8.70 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"10 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a kookaburra and young in the hollow of a tree; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN KOOKABURRA 10 OZ. 999 SILVER\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\" or \"1997\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $10 silver coin\n\n16\\. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $10 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.9% silver.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 312.347 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 1.00 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 75.50 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 8.70 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"10 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a kookaburra in flight; and\n\n(b) a smaller encircled representation, in gold cameo, of the American eagle with a wreath (based on the United States \"Liberty Cap\" $5 coin); and\n\n(c) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN KOOKABURRA 10 OZ. 999 SILVER\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1995\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $15 gold coin\n\n17\\. (1) This clause sets out the design of a coin of the denomination of $15 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 3.133 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.022 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 16.10 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.50 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"15 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a hopping kangaroo, superimposed on a sunburst design; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN NUGGET ![](image.004.png) OZ. 9999 GOLD\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\" or \"1997\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $15 gold coin\n\n18\\. (1) This clause sets out the design of a coin of the denomination of $15 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 3.133 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.022 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 16.10 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.50 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"15 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a hopping kangaroo, superimposed on a sunburst design; and\n\n(b) a smaller encircled representation of a prospector; and\n\n(c) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN NUGGET ![](image.004.png) OZ. 9999 GOLD\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $15 platinum coin\n\n19\\. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $15 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.95% platinum.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 3.137 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.025 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 16.10 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.32 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"15 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a mother koala with baby koala; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN KOALA ![](image.004.png) OZ. 9995 PLATINUM\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\" or \"1997\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $25 gold coin\n\n20\\. (1) This clause sets out the design of a coin of the denomination of $25 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 7.807 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.030 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 20.10 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 2.00 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"25 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a hopping kangaroo, superimposed on a sunburst design; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN NUGGET ![](image.005.png) OZ. 9999 GOLD\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\" or \"1997\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $25 gold coin\n\n21\\. (1) This clause sets out the design of a coin of the denomination of $25 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 7.807 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.030 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 20.10 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 2.00 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"25 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a hopping kangaroo, superimposed on a sunburst design; and\n\n(b) a smaller encircled representation of a prospector; and\n\n(c) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN NUGGET ![](image.005.png) OZ. 9999 GOLD\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $25 platinum coin\n\n22\\. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $25 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.95% platinum.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 7.815 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.035 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 20.10 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 1.90 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"25 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a mother koala with baby koala; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN KOALA ![](image.005.png) OZ. 9995 PLATINUM\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\" or \"1997\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $30 silver coin\n\n23\\. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $30 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.9% silver.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 1002.502 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 1.50 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 101.00 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 14.60 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"30 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a kookaburra and young in the hollow of a tree; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN KOOKABURRA 1 KILO 999 SILVER\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\" or \"1997\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $40 palladium coin\n\n24\\. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $40 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.95% palladium.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 31.185 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.066 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 36.10 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 4.00 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"40 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of an emu in a patch of grass with 2 chicks; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN EMU 1 OZ. 9995 PALLADIUM\"; and\n\n(ii) \"LP\"; and\n\n(iii) \"1996\" or \"1997\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $50 gold coin\n\n25\\. (1) This clause sets out the design of a coin of the denomination of $50 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 15.594 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.040 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 2.40 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"50 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a hopping kangaroo, superimposed on a sunburst design; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN NUGGET ![](image.006.png) OZ. 9999 GOLD\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\" or \"1997\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $50 gold coin\n\n26\\. (1) This clause sets out the design of a coin of the denomination of $50 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 15.594 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.040 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 2.40 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"50 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a hopping kangaroo, superimposed on a sunburst design; and\n\n(b) a smaller encircled representation of a prospector; and\n\n(c) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN NUGGET ![](image.006.png) OZ. 9999 GOLD\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $50 gold coin\n\n27\\. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $50 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 15.594 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.040 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 2.40 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"50 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a hopping kangaroo, superimposed on a sunburst design; and\n\n(b) a representation of the Chinese symbol of prosperity (\"fok\") enclosed in a border in the style of a Chinese seal; and\n\n(c) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN NUGGET ![](image.006.png) OZ. 9999 GOLD\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1997\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $50 gold coin\n\n28\\. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $50 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 15.594 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.040 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 2.40 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"50 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a hopping kangaroo, superimposed on a sunburst design; and\n\n(b) a representation of the Chinese symbol of success (\"luk\") enclosed in a border in the style of a Chinese seal; and\n\n(c) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN NUGGET ![](image.006.png) OZ, 9999 GOLD\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1997\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $50 gold coin\n\n29\\. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $50 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 15.594 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.040 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 2.40 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"50 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a hopping kangaroo, superimposed on a sunburst design; and\n\n(b) a representation of the Chinese symbol of longevity (\"shu\") enclosed in a border in the style of a Chinese seal; and\n\n(c) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN NUGGET ![](image.006.png) OZ. 9999 GOLD\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1997\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $50 platinum coin\n\n30\\. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $50 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.95% platinum.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 15.605 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.045 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 25.10 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 2.30 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"50 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a mother koala with baby koala; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN KOALA ![](image.006.png) OZ. 9995 PLATINUM\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\" or \"1997\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $100 gold coin\n\n31\\. (1) This clause sets out the design of a coin of the denomination of $100 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 31.162 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.055 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 32.10 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 2.80 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"100 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a hopping kangaroo, superimposed on a sunburst design; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN NUGGET 1 OZ. 9999 GOLD\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\" or \"1997\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $100 platinum coin\n\n32\\. (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 99.95% platinum.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 31.185 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.065 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 32.10 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 2.70 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"100 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a mother koala with baby koala; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN KOALA 1 OZ. 9995 PLATINUM\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\" or \"1997\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $200 gold coin\n\n33\\. (1) This clause sets out the design of a coin of the denomination of $200 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.99% gold.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 62.265 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.05 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 40.60 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 4.00 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"200 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a hopping kangaroo, superimposed on a sunburst design; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN NUGGET 2 OZ. 9999 GOLD\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\nSpecifications and design of a $200 platinum coin\n\n34\\. (1) This clause sets out the specifications and design of a coin of the denomination of $200 the standard composition of which includes not less than 99.95% platinum.\n\n(2) The shape of the coin is circular.\n\n(3) The edge of the coin is milled.\n\n(4) The standard weight of the coin is 62.313 grams.\n\n(5) A variation of 0.075 grams from the standard weight is allowed.\n\n(6) The diameter of the coin is 40.60 millimetres.\n\n(7) The thickness of the coin is 3.80 millimetres.\n\n(8) The obverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) an effigy of the Queen; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"ELIZABETH II\"; and\n\n(ii) \"AUSTRALIA\"; and\n\n(iii) \"200 DOLLARS\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin.\n\n(9) The reverse of the coin bears:\n\n(a) a representation of a mother koala with baby koala; and\n\n(b) the inscriptions:\n\n(i) \"THE AUSTRALIAN KOALA 2 OZ. 9995 PLATINUM\"; and\n\n(ii) \"1996\";\n\nall encircled by raised beads inside the rim of the coin,\n\n![](image.007.png)SCHEDULE Subclause 5 (9)\n\nTABLE OF STRUCTURES AND INSCRIPTIONS\n\n| Structure          | Inscription   |\n| ------------------ | ------------- |\n| Brandenburg Gate   | GERMANY       |\n| Eiffel Tower       | FRANCE        |\n| Tower Bridge       | GREAT BRITAIN |\n| Colossus of Rhodes | GREECE        |\n| Atomium            | BELGIUM       |","sortOrder":0}],"analysis":{"kimi_summary":{"content_quality":"ok","complexity_score":3,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"The legislation remains tightly focused on its original purpose: authorising specific commemorative and bullion coin issues. The 34 clauses each address distinct coin variants, but all serve the same core function of specifying coin designs and technical parameters. There is no scope creep into broader monetary policy or currency regulation."},"complexity_factors":["Highly repetitive structure: 34 nearly identical clauses with only minor variations in design elements","No defined terms section—all specifications are spelled out in full in each clause","Simple conditional logic limited to weight tolerance variations (e.g., 'variation of 0.500 grams from the standard weight is allowed')","Single cross-reference to the Schedule (table of structures for clause 5 coins)","No nested exceptions or complex subordinate legislation references","Straightforward declarative language with minimal legal jargon"],"plain_english_summary":"This technical order under the Currency Act 1965 legally authorises the Royal Australian Mint to strike a 1995–1997 series of 34 commemorative and bullion coins (Kookaburra, Nugget, Koala, Emu) in silver, gold, platinum and palladium, and prescribes exact weight, size, metal purity and designs.\n\nIt affects collectors, investors, bullion dealers/exporters and the Mint by enabling lawful production and guaranteeing the coins’ authenticity and precious‑metal content."},"flash_summary":{"complexity_score":5,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"The Determination adds or fixes specifications and designs for particular commemorative coins but does not alter other determinations or the statutory powers under the Currency Act. Clause 2 explicitly states it does not affect other determinations, and the instrument is made under subsection 13A(1) of the Currency Act 1965, so it operates within the existing legislative scope rather than expanding or contracting that scope."},"complexity_factors":["Many distinct denominations and metals specified (silver, gold, platinum, palladium) requiring separate technical parameters.","Numerous near‑identical but slightly different clauses (repeated clauses with small wording differences) increasing drafting and compliance review burden.","Tight numeric tolerances for weight, diameter and thickness that impose precision requirements on production (e.g. clause 3(4)–(7), 6(4)–(7), etc.).","Multiple reverse‑design variants, cameo exceptions and year variants (e.g. clauses 7(9)(b), 9(9)(b), 11(9)(b)), increasing tooling and quality‑control complexity.","A Schedule mapping structures to inscriptions for a set of five coins (subclause 5(9)), adding a cross‑reference to production specifications.","Repeated requirements for obverse inscriptions and raised beads mean strict typographical and sculptural conformity obligations.","Drafting inconsistencies (minor textual discrepancies between clauses) that raise interpretation risk for implementers."],"plain_english_summary":"This Determination, made under subsection 13A(1) of the Currency Act 1965, prescribes the exact physical specifications and approved designs for a series of Australian legal‑tender commemorative coins (multiple denominations in silver, gold, platinum and palladium). It fixes metal purity, weight and permitted tolerances, dimensions, edge, the obverse effigy and the reverse imagery/inscriptions for each coin. It binds the Mint and any coin producers to these technical standards and affects collectors and anyone dealing with those coins as legal tender."},"flash_summary_failed":{"failed":true,"reason":"A positive credit balance is required for all requests, including BYOK, so fallback providers remain available. 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