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Commemorating a Legacy: The 40th Anniversary of the Australian Nugget

In 1986, The Perth Mint introduced the Australian Nugget, marking a pivotal moment in the nation's numismatic history. This was the first official legal tender gold bullion coin program produced by...

New Release: The Wonders of Australia 2026 Outback Opal Silver Coin

The Perth Mint has announced the release of the Wonders of Australia – The Outback 2026 1oz Silver Proof Opal Coin. This piece represents a significant addition to the ongoing series celebrating th...

New Release: Dune 2026 1g Gold Minted Bar

Limited Availability and Packaging The Perth Mint has set a maximum mintage of just 5,000 bars for this release. This low mintage, combined with the popular subject matter, makes it a significant i...

A Song of Ice and Fire: The Map of Westeros 5oz Silver Coin

Agoro has released a significant new collectible for enthusiasts of the Game of Thrones franchise. The Map of Westeros 5oz Silver Coin is a high-end numismatic piece that translates the complex geo...

Coin Collecting Advice: Spotting Valuable Errors and Varieties: A Guide

The transition to decimal currency in 1966 opened a new chapter for Australian collectors. While most coins that leave the Royal Australian Mint are perfect examples of precision engineering, occas...

Why Low-Mintage Coins Sell Out Instantly: Tips for Spotting the Next "Big One"

At Mint Coin Shop, we believe that collectors should have a fair opportunity to secure new releases. This is why we focus on selling new coins at the original Recommended Retail Price (RRP) and why...

Are silver coins a good investment in 2026?

This blog post is opinionated commentary, not financial advice.  The precious metals market entered 2026 on a high. Then, there was a slide, but not back to where it was. This volatility concerned ...

Our Commitment to Fair Pricing at www.mintcoinshop.com.au and Original RRP

Coin collecting can often feel like a fast-moving landscape of auctions, secondary market mark-ups, and speculative flipping. For many collectors, tracking the shifting prices on eBay or participat...

Artistry and Rarity in the Wild Essence Mammal Collection

The intersection of high-end numismatic craftsmanship and natural beauty is captured in the Wild Essence Mammals 2026 1oz Full Gilded Five-Coin Collection. This set represents the debut of a series...

The enduring value of coin collecting, even in this moment of base metal volatility

Investors often monitor the daily fluctuations of base metal prices with a sense of unease. When copper, nickel, or zinc prices experience sharp swings, the industrial sector feels the immediate im...