One cent 1966 - Not intended for circulation
The 1966 Royal Australian Mint proof coins set was the first proof coins set issued, presented in a the navy blue case, outer cardboard sleeve.
Most years since 1966, the Royal Australian Mint has released a proof set containing proof examples of Australia's circulating coinage. Proof coins have a different and more refined manufacturing process than circulation coins. The dies are polished to give a cameo-like/mirror-like or matte finish.
Because the coins in the set were not sealed, storage in other than optimum conditions has resulted in a significant portion of 1966 proof sets containing toned coins, particularly the bronze 1 and 2 cent pieces and the round silver 50 cent coin.
As an experiment, twelve 1966 proof sets were later sealed in a see-both-sides hard plastic case. This case was later used to house proof sets issued in the years from 1969 to 1984.
One cent 1966 value
The value of a Australian coin depends on several factors such as quality and wear, supply and demand, rarity, finish and more.
- PR
- Business strike
| Variety | PR-64 | PR-65 | PR-66 | PR-67 | PR-68 | PR-69 | PR-70 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 - Pointed whiskers (c) | $11.40 | $41.70 | $61.40 | $63.20 | $84.00 | $310 | - |
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Varieties and features
One cent 1966 - Pointed whiskers (c)
- Mintage:
- Circulation: 146,140,000
- Proof: 18,110
- Alloy and composition: 97% copper, 2.5% zinc, 0.5% tin
- Magnetism: Non-magnetic
- Weight: 2.59 g
- Diameter: 17.53 mm
- Axis (orientation): ↑↑ (medal alignment)
- Finish(es) (types):
- Circulation
- Proof
- Legend (lettering):
- Obverse: ELIZABETH II AUSTRALIA 1966
- Design(s):
- Obverse: Bust of Queen Elizabeth II wearing a tiara.
- Reverse: Feather-tail glider.
- Designer(s):
- Obverse: Raphael Maklouf
- Reverse: Stuart Devlin
Last update : Wednesday, April 30, 2025
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