2026 $1 60th Anniversary of Decimal Currency – ‘C’ Mintmark (5 Card Styles available)

Royal Australian Mint | Gallery Press Issue | First Striking for 2026

Celebrate a defining moment in Australian monetary history with the 2026 $1 60th Anniversary of Decimal Currency ‘C’ Mintmark coin, issued by the Royal Australian Mint and struck on the public Gallery Press.

Marking 60 years since Australia’s transition to decimal currency on 14 February 1966, this commemorative release honours the move from pounds, shillings and pence to dollars and cents—an economic transformation that reshaped the nation forever.

Struck on New Year’s Day 2026 at the Royal Australian Mint in Canberra, these coins carry an extraordinary distinction. Thanks to Australia’s unique time zone, they are officially the first coins struck anywhere in the world dated 2026—a true world-first and a standout talking point for collectors.

Important Purchase Information

• This listing is for ONE (1) coin only
• There are five (5) different official Royal Australian Mint display card designs available
• One card design will be selected at random
• If five (5) coins are purchased in a single order, every effort will be made to supply one of each card design (subject to availability)

Key Features

• World-First 2026 Coin Strikes
  Among the very first coins minted globally in 2026
• Gallery Press Issue
  Exclusively struck on the Royal Australian Mint’s public Gallery Press in Canberra
• ‘C’ Canberra Mintmark
  Part of the popular annual ‘C’ mintmark series
• Historic Numismatic Milestone
  Celebrates 60 years of Australian decimal currency

Why Collect One (or More)?

This release offers strong collector appeal, whether you’re chasing a single example or hoping to build the full five-card display set. Perfect for:

• Decimal currency enthusiasts
• Gallery Press and mintmark collectors
• Royal Australian Mint fans
• Anyone wanting a genuine piece of 2026 numismatic history

Item Details

• Year: 2026
• Denomination: $1
• Mintmark: ‘C’ (Canberra)
• Mint: Royal Australian Mint
• Issue Type: Gallery Press Issue
• Quantity Included: 1 coin, 1 official RAM display card (random design)
• Condition: As struck, in original Royal Australian Mint card

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