Australia Decimal Currency 60th Anniversary 2026 6-Coin Proof Set

Australia Decimal Currency 60th Anniversary 2026 6-Coin Proof SetCelebrating the 60th anniversary of Australian decimal currency, and headlined by TWO unique, one year only commemorative types, we are delighted to present the Royal Australian Mints 2026 6 Coin Proof Set! Symbolising the greatest change in Australias monetary history, February the 14th 1966 saw the formal introduction of decimal currency. Although millions of the old coins and banknotes had to be replaced with Australias sparkling new decimal

1990 Kookaburra 1oz Silver Coin struck by the Perth Mint

the long-running Australian Lunar Coin Series celebrates the animals of the Chinese zodiac with a sequence of annual designs portraying the mouse

quokkas are often content to interact with respectful humans

and stunning coastlines

this coin honours a defining moment in modern history

the shiny bird contrasts with the coin’s frosted table incorporating auspicious cloud motifs

vibrant depiction of the rainforest

Recent research indicates it was carved between 1502 and 1521

Follow Edward’s antics as he mimics other creatures in the zoo before realising he is perfect as he is

Obverse: Features Liberty in profile wearing a Phrygian cap and crowned with cotton blossoms and ears of wheat

these rugged machines powered imaginations and built memories that lasted a lifetime

Reverse (Back)Henry Lawson - Bush poet cited as being Australis best short story writer