{"id":"F2005L00325","name":"Currency (Royal Australian Mint) Determination 2005 (No. 1)","slug":"currency-royal-australian-mint-determination-2005-no-1","collection":"legislative_instrument","jurisdiction":"commonwealth","status":"in_force","isInForce":true,"actNumber":null,"makingDate":null,"administeringDepartment":null,"currentVersion":{"id":33902,"registerId":"commonwealth-F2005L00325-current","compilationNumber":null,"startDate":"2026-04-01","status":"InForce","reasons":null,"registeredAt":null},"sections":[{"sectionNumber":"1","sectionType":"section","heading":"Currency (Royal Australian Mint) Determination 2005 (No. 1)","content":"---\nmeta-content-style-type: text/css\nmeta-content-type: application/xhtml+xml; charset=utf-8\ntitle: Currency (Royal Australian Mint) Determination 2005 (No. 1)\n---\n\n?xml version=\"1.0\" encoding=\"utf-8\" standalone=\"no\"?>\n\n\n\nCurrency (Royal Australian Mint) Determination 2005 (No. 1)\n\nas amended\n\nmade under subsection 13A(1) of the\n\nCurrency Act 1965\n\nCompilation start date: 9 August 2005\n\nIncludes amendments up to: Currency (Royal Australian Mint) Determination 2005 (No. 1) Amendment Determination 2005 (No. 1)\n\n \n\nAbout this compilation\n\nThis compilation\n\nThis is a compilation of the Currency (Royal Australian Mint) Determination 2005 (No. 1) as in force on 9 August 2005. It includes any commenced amendment affecting the legislation to that date.\n\nThis compilation was prepared on 19 November 2013.\n\nThe notes at the end of this compilation (the endnotes) include information about amending laws and the amendment history of each amended provision.\n\nUncommenced amendments\n\nThe effect of uncommenced amendments is not reflected in the text of the compiled law but the text of the amendments is included in the endnotes.\n\nApplication, saving and transitional provisions for provisions and amendments\n\nIf the operation of a provision or amendment is affected by an application, saving or transitional provision that is not included in this compilation, details are included in the endnotes.\n\nModifications\n\nIf a provision of the compiled law is affected by a modification that is in force, details are included in the endnotes.\n\nProvisions ceasing to have effect\n\nIf a provision of the compiled law has expired or otherwise ceased to have effect in accordance with a provision of the law, details are included in the endnotes.\n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\nContents\n\n1 Name of Determination\n\n2 Commencement\n\n3 Specification of coins\n\n4 Application of Determination\n\nSchedule 1—Specifications of coins\n\nEndnotes\n\nEndnote 1—About the endnotes\n\nEndnote 2—Abbreviation key\n\nEndnote 3—Legislation history\n\nEndnote 4—Amendment history\n\nEndnote 5—Uncommenced amendments [none]\n\nEndnote 6—Modifications [none]\n\nEndnote 7—Misdescribed amendments [none]\n\nEndnote 8—Miscellaneous [none]\n\n \n\n1 Name of Determination\n\n This Determination is the Currency (Royal Australian Mint) Determination 2005 (No. 1).\n\n2 Commencement\n\n This Determination commences on the day after it is registered.\n\n3 Specification of coins\n\n For subsection 13A(1) of the Currency Act 1965, each item in Schedule 1 specifies:\n\n (a) the denomination of a coin; and\n\n (b) the coin’s standard composition; and\n\n (c) the coin’s standard weight, and the allowable variation from that weight; and\n\n (d) the coin’s dimensions; and\n\n (e) the coin’s design.\n\n4 Application of Determination\n\n The specifications in Schedule 1 do not affect any other determination of the specifications of a coin.\n\nSchedule 1—Specifications of coins\n\n(section 3)\n\n \n\n \n\n| Item 1 | $5 |\n| --- | --- |\n| Denomination | $5 |\n| Standard composition | Copper, zinc, aluminium and tin |\n| Standard weight and allowable variation | 20.00g ± 0.50g |\n| Maximum diameter | 38.90mm |\n| Maximum thickness | 2.65mm |\n| Shape | Circular |\n| Edge | Continuously milled |\n| Obverse design | An effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, and the monogram ‘IRB’, surrounded by the inscriptions:
(a) ‘ELIZABETH II’; and
(b) ‘AUSTRALIA 2006’. |\n| Reverse design | A design consisting of:
(a) curved lines; and
(b) 18 representations of the Queen’s Baton, progressively increased in size; and
(c) a representation of:
(i) the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games logo; and
(ii) a crown; and
(iii) the Prince’s Bridge in Melbourne; and
(d) the inscriptions:
(i) ‘Queen’s Baton Relay’; and
(ii) ‘XVIII COMMONWEALTH GAMES’; and
(iii) ‘5 Dollars’; and
(iv) ‘MELBOURNE 2006’. |\n\n\n \n\n| Item 2 | $5 |\n| --- | --- |\n| Denomination | $5 |\n| Standard composition | At least 99.9% silver |\n| Standard weight and allowable variation | 36.31g ± 0.64g |\n| Maximum diameter | 38.90mm |\n| Maximum thickness | 3.50mm |\n| Shape | Circular |\n| Edge | Continuously milled |\n| Obverse design | An effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, and the monogram ‘IRB’, surrounded by the inscriptions:
(a) ‘ELIZABETH II’; and
(b) ‘AUSTRALIA 2006’. |\n| Reverse design | A design consisting of:
(a) curved lines; and
(b) 18 representations of the Queen’s Baton, progressively increased in size; and
(c) a representation of:
(i) the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games logo; and
(ii) a crown; and
(iii) the Prince’s Bridge in Melbourne; and
(d) the inscriptions:
(i) ‘Queen’s Baton Relay’; and
(ii) ‘XVIII COMMONWEALTH GAMES’; and
(iii) ‘5 Dollars’; and
(iv) ‘MELBOURNE 2006’. |\n\n\n \n\n| Item 3 | $1 |\n| --- | --- |\n| Denomination | $1 |\n| Standard composition | At least 99.9% silver, partially plated with 99.99% gold |\n| Standard weight and allowable variation | 60.50g ± 0.80g |\n| Maximum diameter | 50.20mm |\n| Maximum thickness | 3.80mm |\n| Shape | Circular |\n| Edge | Continuously milled |\n| Obverse design | A design consisting of:
(a) an oval bearing an effigy of Queen Elizabeth II and the monogram ‘IRB’; and
(b) a gold plated insert representing the obverse of an 1855 half sovereign gold coin, bearing a representation of Queen Victoria and the inscriptions:
(i) ‘VICTORIA’; and
(ii) ‘D:G:’; and
(iii) ‘BRITANNIAR:’; and
(iv) ‘REGINA’; and
(v) ‘F:D:’; and
(vi) ‘1855’; and
(c) the inscriptions:
(i) ‘ELIZABETH II’; and
(ii) ‘AUSTRALIA 2005’. |\n| Reverse design | A design consisting of:
(a) a gold plated insert representing the reverse of an 1855 half sovereign gold coin, bearing a representation of a crown and the inscriptions:
(i) ‘SYDNEY MINT’; and
(ii) ‘AUSTRALIA’; and
(iii) ‘HALF SOVEREIGN’; and
(b) the inscriptions:
(i) ‘1855’; and
(ii) ‘2005’; and
(iii) ‘ONE DOLLAR’. |\n\n\n \n\n| Item 4 | 50 cents |\n| --- | --- |\n| Denomination | 50 cents |\n| Standard composition | At least 99.9% silver |\n| Standard weight and allowable variation | 18.24g ± 0.4g |\n| Maximum diameter | 31.65mm |\n| Maximum thickness | 2.80mm |\n| Shape | Dodecagonal |\n| Edge | Plain |\n| Obverse design | An effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, and the monogram ‘IRB’, surrounded by the inscriptions:
(a) ‘ELIZABETH II’; and
(b) ‘AUSTRALIA 2005’. |\n| Reverse design | A design consisting of:
(a) the following representations, in a clockwise direction starting from the top:
(i) a man running;
(ii) an emu;
(iii) a man high jumping;
(iv) a frog and a branch;
(v) a kangaroo;
(vi) a man jumping;
(vii) a platypus;
(viii) a man swimming;
(ix) a stork with outstretched wings;
(x) a rhythmic gymnast holding a ribbon;
surrounding a dodecagon with a circle in the centre; and
(b) the inscriptions:
(i) ‘MELBOURNE 2006’; and
(ii) ‘XVIII COMMONWEALTH GAMES’; and
(iii) ‘50’; and
(iv) ‘KJ’. |\n| Item 5 | 50 cents |\n| Denomination | 50 cents |\n| Standard composition | Copper and nickel |\n| Standard weight and allowable variation | 15.55g ± 0.40g |\n| Maximum diameter | 31.65mm |\n| Maximum thickness | 2.80mm |\n| Shape | Dodecagonal |\n| Edge | Plain |\n| Obverse design | An effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, and the monogram ‘IRB’, surrounded by the inscriptions:
(a) ‘ELIZABETH II’; and
(b) ‘AUSTRALIA 2005’. |\n| Reverse design | A design consisting of:
(a) the following representations, in a clockwise direction starting from the top:
(i) a man running;
(ii) an emu;
(iii) a man high jumping;
(iv) a frog and a branch;
(v) a kangaroo;
(vi) a man jumping;
(vii) a platypus;
(viii) a man swimming;
(ix) a stork with outstretched wings;
(x) a rhythmic gymnast holding a ribbon;
surrounding a dodecagon, with a circle in the centre; and
(b) the inscriptions:
(i) ‘MELBOURNE 2006’; and
(ii) ‘XVIII COMMONWEALTH GAMES’; and
(iii) ‘50’; and
(iv) ‘KJ’. |\n\n\n \n\nEndnotes\n\nEndnote 1—About the endnotes\n\nThe endnotes provide details of the history of this legislation and its provisions. The following endnotes are included in each compilation:\n\n \n\nEndnote 1—About the endnotes\n\nEndnote 2—Abbreviation key\n\nEndnote 3—Legislation history\n\nEndnote 4—Amendment history\n\nEndnote 5—Uncommenced amendments\n\nEndnote 6—Modifications\n\nEndnote 7—Misdescribed amendments\n\nEndnote 8—Miscellaneous\n\n \n\nIf there is no information under a particular endnote, the word “none” will appear in square brackets after the endnote heading.\n\n \n\nAbbreviation key—Endnote 2\n\nThe abbreviation key in this endnote sets out abbreviations that may be used in the endnotes.\n\n \n\nLegislation history and amendment history—Endnotes 3 and 4\n\nAmending laws are annotated in the legislation history and amendment history.\n\n \n\nThe legislation history in endnote 3 provides information about each law that has amended the compiled law. The information includes commencement information for amending laws and details of application, saving or transitional provisions that are not included in this compilation.\n\n \n\nThe amendment history in endnote 4 provides information about amendments at the provision level. It also includes information about any provisions that have expired or otherwise ceased to have effect in accordance with a provision of the compiled law.\n\n \n\nUncommenced amendments—Endnote 5\n\nThe effect of uncommenced amendments is not reflected in the text of the compiled law but the text of the amendments is included in endnote 5.\n\n \n\nModifications—Endnote 6\n\nIf the compiled law is affected by a modification that is in force, details of the modification are included in endnote 6.\n\n \n\nMisdescribed amendments—Endnote 7\n\nAn amendment is a misdescribed amendment if the effect of the amendment cannot be incorporated into the text of the compilation. Any misdescribed amendment is included in endnote 7.\n\n \n\nMiscellaneous—Endnote 8\n\nEndnote 8 includes any additional information that may be helpful for a reader of the compilation.\n\nEndnote 2—Abbreviation key\n\n \n\n| ad = added or inserted | pres = present |\n| --- | --- |\n| am = amended | prev = previous |\n| c = clause(s) | (prev) = previously |\n| Ch = Chapter(s) | Pt = Part(s) |\n| def = definition(s) | r = regulation(s)/rule(s) |\n| Dict = Dictionary | Reg = Regulation/Regulations |\n| disallowed = disallowed by Parliament | reloc = relocated |\n| Div = Division(s) | renum = renumbered |\n| exp = expired or ceased to have effect | rep = repealed |\n| hdg = heading(s) | rs = repealed and substituted |\n| LI = Legislative Instrument | s = section(s) |\n| LIA = Legislative Instruments Act 2003 | Sch = Schedule(s) |\n| mod = modified/modification | Sdiv = Subdivision(s) |\n| No = Number(s) | SLI = Select Legislative Instrument |\n| o = order(s) | SR = Statutory Rules |\n| Ord = Ordinance | Sub-Ch = Sub-Chapter(s) |\n| orig = original | SubPt = Subpart(s) |\n| par = paragraph(s)/subparagraph(s) /sub-subparagraph(s) | |\n\n\n \n\nEndnote 3—Legislation history\n\n \n\n| Name | FRLI registration | Commencement | Application, saving and transitional provisions |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| Currency (Royal Australian Mint) Determination 2005 (No. 1) | 17 Feb 2005 (see F2005L00325) | 18 Feb 2005 | |\n| Currency (Royal Australian Mint) Determination 2005 (No. 1) Amendment Determination 2005 (No. 1) | 8 Aug 2005 (see F2005L02201) | 9 Aug 2005 | — |\n\n\n \n\nEndnote 4—Amendment history\n\n \n\n| Provision affected | How affected |\n| --- | --- |\n| Sch 1 | |\n| Sch 1................... | am F2005L02201 |\n\n\n \n\nEndnote 5—Uncommenced amendments [none]\n\nEndnote 6—Modifications [none]\n\nEndnote 7—Misdescribed amendments [none]\n\nEndnote 8—Miscellaneous [none]\n\n \n\n \n","sortOrder":0}],"analysis":{"flash_summary":{"complexity_score":3,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"The Determination confines itself to specifying the physical and design characteristics of listed coins (section 3 and Schedule 1). Section 4 explicitly preserves other determinations, and the amendment history shows changes to Schedule 1 rather than an expansion of the Determination’s functional scope (Endnote 4)."},"complexity_factors":["Technical specificity: precise weights, tolerances, diameters, thicknesses and edge/shape requirements create detailed manufacturing constraints (Schedule 1).","Multiple material variants: several coins have distinct metal compositions (copper alloys, high-purity silver, gold-plated inserts) requiring different sourcing and production processes (Schedule 1).","Design detail and imagery: descriptive reverse/obverse designs (effigies, logos, inscriptions, representations) require interpretation in tooling and die production, which can create implementation ambiguity (Schedule 1).","Legal basis and limits: instrument operates under subsection 13A(1) of the Currency Act 1965 and expressly does not displace other coin specifications (section 3 and section 4), so cross-references and consistency checks are necessary.","Operational compliance burden: the Royal Australian Mint must meet the stated technical and artistic requirements, implying tooling, quality control and cost implications for different coin variants (Schedule 1).","Amendment record: the compilation and amendment history (Endnote 3–4) shows Schedule 1 has been amended, so maintaining current specifications requires tracking legislative updates."],"plain_english_summary":"This Determination, made under subsection 13A(1) of the Currency Act 1965, sets precise technical and design specifications for a set of commemorative Australian coins (denomination, metal composition, weight tolerances, size, shape, edge and obverse/reverse artwork). It directs the Royal Australian Mint’s production choices and creates legally specified coin types while leaving other existing coin specifications untouched (see section 4)."},"flash_summary_failed":{"failed":true,"reason":"Unauthenticated. Configure AI_GATEWAY_API_KEY or use a provider module. Learn more: https://ai-sdk.dev/unauthenticated-ai-gateway","source":"analysis-cron"},"kimi_summary":{"content_quality":"ok","complexity_score":2,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"The legislation remains tightly focused on its original purpose: authorising specific commemorative coin issues. The single amendment (Amendment Determination 2005 (No. 1)) merely updated Schedule 1's specifications rather than expanding the scope beyond coin specification."},"complexity_factors":["Very short instrument: only 4 operative sections plus a schedule","No defined terms section—everyday language used throughout","No cross-references to other legislation beyond the empowering provision (Currency Act 1965, subsection 13A(1))","Simple tabular format in Schedule 1 with straightforward specifications","No conditional logic, exceptions, or nested provisions","Single amendment incorporated (Endnote 4 shows only one amending instrument)","Purpose is purely technical/specification-based rather than regulatory"],"plain_english_summary":"This legislation is a **technical determination** that legally authorises the Royal Australian Mint to produce five specific commemorative coins celebrating two events: the **150th anniversary of the Sydney Mint** (2005) and the **2006 Melbourne Commonwealth Games**.\n\n**What it does:**\n- Sets out the exact physical specifications for each coin so they qualify as official Australian currency\n- Covers five coin variants across three denominations ($5, $1, and 50 cents)\n- Specifies precise details including:\n - **Metal composition** (ranging from copper-nickel alloys to 99.9% silver and gold-plated silver)\n - **Weight and size** (down to the millimetre and gram, with allowable manufacturing tolerances)\n - **Shape and edge type** (circular or 12-sided, milled or plain edges)\n - **Design elements** (what appears on the \"heads\" side featuring Queen Elizabeth II, and the \"tails\" side featuring commemorative imagery)\n\n**Who it affects:**\n- **Coin collectors and investors** who purchase these commemorative coins\n- **The Royal Australian Mint**, which must follow these specifications exactly when manufacturing\n- **Banks and retailers**, who need to recognise these as valid legal tender (though their collectible value typically exceeds face value)\n\n**Why it matters:**\nWithout this determination, these coins could not be legally issued as Australian currency. The document ensures authenticity, prevents counterfeiting through precise specifications, and creates limited-edition collectibles that commemorate significant national and sporting milestones. The $1 coin notably features a gold-plated insert replicating an 1855 half sovereign—linking modern minting with Australia's colonial gold rush history."}},"importantCases":[],"_links":{"self":"/api/acts/currency-royal-australian-mint-determination-2005-no-1","history":"/api/acts/currency-royal-australian-mint-determination-2005-no-1/history","analysis":"/api/acts/currency-royal-australian-mint-determination-2005-no-1/analysis","conflicts":"/api/acts/currency-royal-australian-mint-determination-2005-no-1/conflicts","importantCases":"/api/acts/currency-royal-australian-mint-determination-2005-no-1/important-cases","documents":"/api/acts/currency-royal-australian-mint-determination-2005-no-1/documents"}}