2024 50c 50th Anniversary of Countdown Coloured Uncirculated Coin in Card

Fifty years ago, the first episode of Countdown went to air, introducing Australians to a generation of emerging local and internal performers and to the show's host Ian 'Molly' Meldrum.

Countdown and its exposure of emerging local talent was central to the rise of Australian performers such as Kylie Minogue, John Paul Young, Skyhooks, Marcia Hines and Men at Work.

Half a century ago, Countdown, a new music program aired on ABC television, initially on Friday night but subsequently every Sunday evening. Few Australian popular TV shows have attracted such a loyal audience or produced such an enduring impact.

With a brief to promote Australian music, Countdown and its host Ian 'Molly' Meldrum oversaw the rise of succession of talented Aussie bands and performers, names such as AC/DC, Kylie Minogue, John Farnham and Olivia Newton-John.

Countdown also promoted the emerging music videos medium in its regular programming, contributing to the rise of international performers such as Madonna, ABBA and Cyndi Lauper.

After 563 episodes, Countdown ceased on 19 July 1987, though it was followed by the short-lived Countdown Revolution.

The Royal Australian Mint's stunning new coloured 50cs coin is a fitting tribute to Countdown and all its loyal viewers.

The reverse features the iconic Countdown logo on a retro television set, with stars and music notes, surrounded by a tunnel of multicoloured shapes.

The obverse features the effigy of His Majesty King Charles III, designed by Daniel Thorne.

Each coin is encapsulated in a presentation card.

Limited to a mintage of just 50,000 Coins.

Each coin is issued as Australian Legal Tender.

Denomination :        50c

Quality :                  Uncirculated

Metal :                    Aluminium Bronze

Weight :                  15.55 gms

Diameter :               31.51 mm

Mintage :                50,000

Authenticity :          Royal Australian Mint Full Colour Presentation Card

NOTE :  Limit 1 Per Customer/Household - Orders will be cancelled and refunded less fees.

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