{"product_id":"60th-anniversary-of-decimal-currency-2026-proof-six-coin-year-set","title":"60th Anniversary of Decimal Currency 2026 Proof Six-Coin Year Set","description":"\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e.cs1844654{text-align:left;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 0pt;line-height:1.15;text-indent:0pt} .cs475268B{10.5pt;font-weight:normal;color:#1C1C1C;font-style:normal;Arial;} .cs95B300B{11pt;font-weight:normal;color:#000000;font-style:normal;Calibri;} .cs7001D3B{10.5pt;font-weight:bold;color:#1C1C1C;font-style:normal;Arial;} .csC143C3C{10.5pt;font-weight:normal;color:#1C1C1C;font-style:normal;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 0pt;text-align:left;line-height:1.15;list-style-type:disc;Arial} .csADAA06B{16.5pt;font-weight:normal;color:#1C1C1C;font-style:normal;Arial;text-transform:uppercase;} .cs3388614{text-align:left;margin:0pt 0pt 10pt 0pt;line-height:1.15;text-indent:0pt}\u003c\/style\u003e\r\n\t\r\n\t\u003cp class=\"cs3388614\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"csADAA06B\"\u003e60th Anniversary of Decimal Currency 2026 Proof Six-Coin Year Set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cs1844654\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs475268B\"\u003eThe Royal Australian Mint commemorates six decades of decimal currency with this specially curated proof coin set. Released in February 2026, this collection marks a significant milestone in Australia's monetary history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cs1844654\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs475268B\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cs1844654\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs475268B\"\u003eOn 14 February 1966, Australia transitioned to decimal currency in a cultural and practical shift that transformed how the nation counted and traded. The government launched an extensive public education campaign featuring Dollar Bill, a friendly cartoon character who appeared on television, posters and pamphlets. His catchphrase, 'Decimal Currency - The Easy Way', helped Australians understand the new system and ensured a smooth transition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cs1844654\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs475268B\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cs1844654\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs475268B\"\u003eThe path to decimalisation required years of careful planning. A Decimal Currency Board guided the process, and a nationwide competition determined the name for the new currency. While suggestions like 'austral' and 'royal' were considered, 'dollar' emerged as the practical choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cs1844654\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs475268B\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cs1844654\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs475268B\"\u003eThis anniversary set features six individually encapsulated proof coins presented in a display case with an informative booklet and outer box. The collection includes custom reverses on the 10c and 50c coins celebrating both pre-decimal and decimal coinage designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cs1844654\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs475268B\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"cs1844654\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs7001D3B\"\u003eProduct specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul start=\"1\" style=\"margin-bottom:0;margin-top:0;\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cli class=\"csC143C3C\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs475268B\"\u003eDenominations: 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, $1, $2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"csC143C3C\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs475268B\"\u003eYear: 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"csC143C3C\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs475268B\"\u003eFinish: Uncirculated proof\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"csC143C3C\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs475268B\"\u003eObverse designer: D. Thorne (King Charles III effigy)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"csC143C3C\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs475268B\"\u003eReverse designer: A. Baggio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"csC143C3C\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs475268B\"\u003eMetal content: Copper (5c, 10c, 20c, 50c), Aluminium bronze ($1, $2)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"csC143C3C\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs475268B\"\u003ePackaging: Coin in display case with booklet and outer box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"csC143C3C\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs475268B\"\u003eMaximum mintage: Unlimited\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"csC143C3C\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs475268B\"\u003eAustralian legal tender\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cp class=\"cs3388614\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cs95B300B\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mint Coins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48552223244543,"sku":"9314688118805","price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/9224\/5503\/files\/9314688118805_1.jpg?v=1779247469","url":"https:\/\/harmonygiftco.com.au\/products\/60th-anniversary-of-decimal-currency-2026-proof-six-coin-year-set","provider":"Harmony Gift Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}