{"product_id":"2026-60th-anniversary-of-decimal-currency-six-coin-fine-silver-proof-set","title":"2026 60th Anniversary of Decimal Currency Six-Coin Fine Silver Proof Set","description":"\u003cp\u003e2026 60th Anniversary of Decimal Currency Six-Coin Fine Silver Proof Set\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2026 marks the 60th anniversary of Australia's changeover to decimal currency, which occurred on 14 February 1966.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrior to this, the national currency was the Australian pound, based on its British counterpart and introduced in 1910. The coins under this system were the halfpenny, penny, threepence, sixpence, shilling and florin - with 12 pennies in a shilling and 20 shillings in a pound, which was in the form of a note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 2026 Six-Coin Fine Silver Proof Year Set includes a 50c reverse commemorating Australia's iconic pre-decimal coinage, as well as a 10c reverse that represents the decimal coins passing through out hands today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese special designs by the Mint's Aaron Baggio complement the standard circulating designs of the 5c, 20c, $1, and $2 coins which complete the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll six coins, crafted with 99.9% fine silver, are testament to the Mint's enduring artistic and engineering excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a maximum of 2,026 produced, this silver proof year set would be an esteemed addition to any coin collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e99.9% Pure Silver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComprises all six standard Australian denominations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10c and 50c coin reverses feature custom designs to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Australian decimal currency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoin obverse features the Daniel Thorne effigy of His Majesty King Charles III\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStruck to the Mint's world-class proof finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented in a beautiful presentation case with a numbered certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrictly limited mintage of just 2,026 sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDenomination :        $2, $1, 50c, 20c, 10c, 5c\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuality :                  Proof\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal :                    99.9% Pure Silver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight :                  8.55, 11.66, 18.24, 13.36, 6.57, 3.24 gms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiameter :               20.50, 25.00, 31.5, 28.5, 23.6, 19.2 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMintage :                 2,026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthenticity :           Royal Australian Mint Certificate of Authenticity\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Royal Australian Mint","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51543242211649,"sku":null,"price":415.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/0219\/0145\/files\/2026DecimalCurrencyFineSilverProofCoinsincase.jpg?v=1775011618","url":"https:\/\/coincity.com.au\/products\/2026-60th-anniversary-of-decimal-currency-six-coin-fine-silver-proof-set","provider":"Coin City","version":"1.0","type":"link"}