2023 50c 50th Anniversary of AC/DC Antiqued Silver Coin

AC/DC is an Australian music icon and this year celebrates 50 years since forming in 1973. To recognise Australia’s most popular rock band, the Royal Australian Mint is releasing two coins which will appeal to AC/DC fans as well as new and repeat collectors. This set of coins follows the release of AC/DC 45th anniversary coins released in 2018.

AC/DC was formed in 1973 by brothers Malcolm and Angus Young, with Angus Young the only remaining original member.

Founded in Sydney, the group takes their name from the abbreviation of ‘alternating current / direct current’ electricity. Suggested by Malcolm and Angus’s sister, Margaret Young, the group thought the name was representative of their high-energy and powerful musical style.

The group toured the world, playing to sold-out arenas and have sold more than 200 million albums over the past five decades. After semi-retiring, the current members re-grouped to release their 2020 album Power Up, which went on to number one in more than 20 countries.

AC/DC’s popularity is solidified in Australia, with the group a cultural icon. Their music has transcended decades, trends and tragedy, with several former group members including Malcolm Young dying.

Struck by Royal Australian Mint from 18.24g of 99.9% pure silver, the coin is issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965 and has a mintage of 5,000.

DESIGN

The reverse features the prominent AC/DC logo with electricity arcing off of it. The groups year of inception and the current year-date as well as the number 50 is present below celebrating the 50th anniversary of the group. The reverse also displays imagery all in an antiqued finish.

The coin’s obverse features the memorial effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II designed by Jody Clark as well as the 2023 year-date in an antiqued finish.

PRESENTATION

Each coin comes encapsulated and presented inside of a AC/DC imagery themed box in the appearance on a speaker. The packaging doubles as a certificate of authenticity.

Technical Specifications

Year Date	2023
Silver Content (Grams)	18.24
Monetary Denomination (AUD)	0.50
Fineness (% purity)	99.9
Diameter (mm)	31.51
Finish	Antiqued
Maximum Mintage	5,000
Obverse Designer	J. Clark
Reverse Designer	L. Ashe
Packaging	Capsuled coin in AC/DC imagery themed presentation box

 

ABOUT THE ROYAL AUSTRALIAN MINT

The Royal Australian Mint is the sole producer of all Australia’s circulating coins. Opened in 1965 and situated in the Australian federal capital city of Canberra, in the suburb of Deakin, the Mint is also a very popular tourist destination for visitors and locals alike. Swan Bullion Company is proud to be an authorised distributor for The Royal Australian Mint’s bullion and numismatic products.