{"product_id":"australian-decimal-currency-60th-anniversary-proof-year-set","title":"60th Anniversary of Decimal Currency 2026 Proof Six-Coin Year Set","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\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\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\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\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\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\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\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\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDenominations: 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, $1, $2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eYear: 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFinish: Uncirculated proof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eObverse designer: D. Thorne (King Charles III effigy)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eReverse designer: A. Baggio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMetal content: Copper (5c, 10c, 20c, 50c), Aluminium bronze ($1, $2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePackaging: Coin in display case with booklet and outer box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMaximum mintage: Unlimited\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAustralian legal tender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eProduct code: 11880\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"UB Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45843029229651,"sku":"9314688118805","price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0721\/2548\/1043\/files\/2026_sixty-years-of-decimal-currency_base-metal-set_proof_packaging.webp?v=1784600869","url":"https:\/\/www.ubcollectables.com.au\/products\/australian-decimal-currency-60th-anniversary-proof-year-set","provider":"UB Collectables","version":"1.0","type":"link"}