2020 50c CuNi Coloured Uncirculated Carded Coin – 50th Anniversary of Skippy the Bush Kangaroo

Description

With its catchy theme, magnificent scenery and adorable main character, Skippy the Bush Kangaroo has been an Australian childhood icon for over 50 years. The adventures of kangaroo Skippy and her young companion Sonny were watched and loved between 1968 and 1970. This 2020 50 cent coloured uncirculated coin celebrates the still popular show in all of its nostalgic fun.

Skippy the Bush Kangaroo first aired in 1968 and an astonishing 91 episodes plus a full length film were produced by the time the series ended in 1970. It is regarded as an iconic Australian classic and is still enjoyed today in a nostalgic way.

The show was about an orphaned eastern grey kangaroo called Skippy, who was befriended by ten year-old Sonny Hammond. Sonny is the younger son of Matt Hammond, Head Ranger of Waratah National Park (set in the Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park in New South Wales). Skippy the kangaroo is very intelligent and resourceful, and along with Sonny and friends, overcomes a series of challenges both natural and man-made.

Skippy the Bush Kangaroo was one of Australia's most heavily exported programs, gaining enthusiastic international audiences. The series is considered to be part of Australia's popular cultural heritage.

• Coin design celebrates 50 years of popular Australian children's television series Skippy the Bush Kangaroo
• Official licensed product Fauna Productions Pty Ltd
• Coin's obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II designed by Jody Clark
• Australian legal tender

NOMINAL SPECIFICATIONS
Denomination 50c
Year 2020
Metal content CuNi
Mass 15.55 g
Diameter 31.51 mm
Finish Uncirculated
Maximum mintage 20 000
Packaging Coin in card
Obverse designer J. Clark
Reverse designer Royal Australian Mint

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