Help With Twenty Cent Coins

Peter:

Extremely interesting.

Thank you.

1991 20c mint set only - 147,700 minted.

Oops. I see it's already been answered in another thread.

Hi Zaggy.
147,000 refers to Mint sets. Add 41,490 Proof sets were minted and 25,000 Silver sets. I missed the silver sets in my first post.
regards

Basically the Mint sets are cupro-nickel, the 'Silver Sets' are just that, Silver, ie sterling silver 92.5%.

There will most likely be someone who actually collects the Aussie Silver Sets who can go into more detail for you if necessary.

You really should get a copy of "The Pocket Guide to Australian Coins and Banknotes" (Maccas) guide, $29.95. It contains a wealth of information, the current version is 14th edition, Nov 2006 & is a yearly publication. Your local Coin Store should have them in stock, if not try forum member Bigfella's home page: http://www.newcastlecoins.com.au

Also, all coins in the silver set, Masterpieces in Silver set actually, are silver from the 1c up to the $2 and are proof so that we have:

Mint set - 1c, 2c Bronze, 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c CuNickel, $1 & $2 Aluminium Bronze and all uncirculated finish.

Proof set - 1c, 2c Bronze, 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c CuNickel, $1 & $2 Aluminium Bronze and all frosted proof finish.

Masterpieces in Silver set - - 1c, 2c, 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, $1 & $2 Sterling Silver and all frosted proof finish.