2016 Fifty Years of Decimal Currency The Changeover Six-Coin Uncirculated Set, set of Australian coins with promotional materials for 'The Changeover' on a white background

2016 Australia 50 Years of Decimal Currency Changeover Uncirculated Coin Set

$150.00
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2016 Fifty Years of Decimal Currency The Changeover Six-Coin Uncirculated Set, set of Australian coins with promotional materials for 'The Changeover' on a white background
2016 Australia 50 Years of Decimal Currency Changeover Uncirculated Coin Set

2016 Australia 50 Years of Decimal Currency Changeover Uncirculated Coin Set

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Celebrate Australia's decimal heritage with this scarce 2016 Six Coin Uncirculated Set from the Royal Australian Mint. Featuring beloved circulating designs alongside pre-decimal tributes on the obverse, it's a collector's gem marking 50 years of modern currency.

Highlights:

  • Six uncirculated coins: 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, $1, $2
  • Obverse: Pre-decimal designs (Holey Dollar, sovereigns, £sd era)
  • Low $1 mintage contributes to scarcity
  • Packaged in a presentation card and an outer sleeve

Product overview

This set honours the 50th anniversary of decimal currency in 1966, blending today's iconic designs with evocative pre-decimal motifs, including the Holey Dollar and Sydney Mint sovereigns.

Crafted by the Royal Australian Mint, each uncirculated coin showcases the enduring legacy of Australian coinage, from colonial origins to modern nationhood.

The obverse of every coin features unique historical depictions alongside Ian Rank-Broadley's effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, making this the Mint's first year set with such distinctive reverses. Presented on a card with an informative sleeve, it explains the evolution of currency.

What's included

Item Details & Condition
Coin: Mint
Certificate of authenticity: No
Presentation case: Yes (Excellent)
Outer box: Yes (Excellent)
Coin capsule: Yes

Condition terms explained

We use a simple, consistent set of terms on each product page so you know exactly what to expect when your order arrives. These descriptions focus on honest visual inspection rather than formal grading.
Coin terms
  • Mint - The coin is in Mint, uncirculated condition, with no visible marks to the naked eye under standard lighting. It is supplied in its original capsule or protective packaging, as applicable.
  • Mint (Minor milk spots) - The coin is in Mint, uncirculated condition, but there are small, cloudy white spots on the surface, likely from the minting or planchetting process, a common feature of modern bullion and proof issues. These spots are cosmetic only and do not affect the coin’s metal content, purity, or authenticity.
  • Mint (Light toning) - The coin is in Mint, uncirculated condition, but shows light natural colour changes on the surface, such as pale gold, blue, or rainbow hues from normal ageing and storage. Many collectors view this gentle toning as part of the coin’s character rather than a defect, and it does not affect purity or authenticity.
Presentation case and outer box terms
  • Excellent - The presentation case, or outer box, is in immaculate condition, with only minimal signs of handling or storage, and is suitable for gifting or display.
  • Light scuffs - There are light, surface-level rub marks or slight colour wear from normal handling or sliding against other surfaces. The material is not deeply scratched or broken, and the case or box structure is unaffected.
  • Corner dings - One or more corners show small but clear indentations where the case or box has been knocked. The corner is slightly flattened or recessed, but the item remains fully functional and protective.
  • Minor creases - There are visible fold lines in the cardboard or paperboard where it has been bent, often appearing as a straight line on a lid or edge. These creases are cosmetic only and do not affect the box's ability to open, close, or protect the coin.
  • Age-related discolouration/foxing - The surface shows patchy, often whitish, yellowish, or grey areas that develop over time due to age, humidity, or breakdown of the covering material. This is common on older or velour-style cases and shippers and is cosmetic only; it does not affect the coin inside.

Specifications

Specification Details
Mint: Royal Australian Mint
Year: 2016
Metal: Aluminium bronze and Cupro-Nickel
Weight: Other (g)
Fineness (% purity): Not applicable
Denomination(s): 5 cents, 10 cents, 20 cents, 50 cents, 1 dollar, and 2 dollars
Maximum mintage: 61,468
Finish: Uncirculated
Legal tender: Australia

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