2006 Mint Set 40 Years of Decimal Currency

2006 Mint Set - 40 Years of Decimal CurrencyThe Royal Australian Mint, creator of Australia’s decimal currency for the last 40 years, has honoured this auspicious milestone with the return of the copper 1c and 2c to the 2006 Mint Set.Australian numismatic copper icons, the 1c and 2c are, like the predecimal penny and halfpenny, greatly favoured by collectors. Denominations not seen for 15 years, having been demonetised in 1991, this is the first ever Australian Mint Set to comprise coins that will definitely not be issued for circulation. The only place that you will find these coins crafted to BU quality, this set will prove a must-have for collectors for so many reasons – not least of which will be the outstanding value.Always affordable, the presence of two extra coins makes this one-year 8-coin set sensational value – especially considering that there has been no increase in Official Issue Price from last year. As it joins a series where market values are rising even faster than the Proof Set series.Honours 40th birthday of decimal currency.Includes eight coins in BU quality Starring the much-loved copper 1c & 2c Set in stylish official Mint presentation pack