$1 2026 60th Anniversary Decimal Currency 'C' Mintmark Set of 5 - Making Change on individual cards
2026 $1 Uncirculated Coin — 60 Years of Decimal Currency
Royal Australian Mint • ‘C’ Mintmark • Showroom Presses
Australia’s transition to decimal currency on 14 February 1966 marked one of the most transformative moments in the nation’s modern history. Supported by a landmark public education campaign — complete with jingles, posters, and the ever‑cheerful Dollar Bill — Australians embraced a new monetary system that would shape the country’s economic and cultural identity for generations.
Over the past six decades, Australia’s circulating coinage has continued to evolve. From Stuart Devlin’s enduring wildlife designs, to the introduction of the distinctive 12‑sided 50‑cent coin in 1969, the arrival of the $1 and $2 coins in the 1980s, and the retirement of the 1c and 2c pieces in 1992, each change reflects a chapter in Australia’s national story.
This special 2026 uncirculated $1 coin commemorates the 60th anniversary of decimal currency, honouring both the everyday coins Australians have carried in their pockets and the iconic designs that have captured the nation’s imagination. Struck with a ‘C’ Mintmark on the Royal Australian Mint’s Showroom Presses, it stands as a fitting tribute to one of the most significant milestones in Australian numismatic history.
A meaningful keepsake for collectors, history enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates the artistry and evolution of Australia’s coinage.
Coin Features
• ‘C’ Mintmark
• Obverse: King Charles III
• Struck on the Royal Australian Mint Showroom Presses
• Set of 5 Carded $1 Coins
• Mintage: Unlimited
• Finish: Uncirculated (UNC
