A Once-in-a-Generation Collectible: The 2026 Six-Coin Gold Proof Year Set
This new coin set is beautiful and already rare. We are so lucky, so grateful to offer it here at www.mintcoinshop.com.au.
Sixty years ago, Australia changed forever. On 14 February 1966, the nation farewelled pounds, shillings, and pence and embraced a new decimal system of dollars and cents. It was one of the most significant reforms in Australia's modern history.
To mark six decades since that moment, the Royal Australian Mint has produced the 2026 Six-Coin Gold Proof Year Set, a release of extraordinary rarity and craftsmanship, available now at Mint Coin Shop for $32,500.
Pure Gold. Proof Standard. All Six Denominations.
Each of the six coins is struck from 99.99% pure gold and finished to the Royal Australian Mint's impeccable proof standard — demonstrating exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail.
The collection includes all six standard denominations, each meticulously crafted from 99.99% gold and struck to a world-class proof finish. Highlighting this anniversary are custom reverse designs by Aaron Baggio on the 10c and 50c coins; the 50c reverse pays tribute to iconic pre-decimal coinage, while the 10c reverse represents the modern decimal coins used today. All coins feature the Daniel Thorne effigy of His Majesty King Charles III on the obverse.
Why This Set Is Exceptional
Proof gold year sets of this nature are produced in strictly limited numbers. The Royal Australian Mint does not reissue them. Once sold, they do not return to the market — except through private sale or auction, typically at a premium.
The combination of factors that make this set significant is rare in itself: a landmark anniversary, all six denominations rendered in fine gold, bespoke commemorative designs, and proof-quality finishing. Each coin displays the characteristic mirror-like fields and frosted relief that distinguish proof strikes from every other production standard.
For the serious collector, this set represents both a numismatic achievement and a tangible store of value in 99.99% pure gold.
Key Specifications
- Metal Content: 99.99% Au (Gold)
- Finish: Proof
- Denominations: 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, $1, $2
- Maximum Mintage: 50
- Reverse Designer: A. Baggio
- Obverse Designer: D. Thorne
- Item Code: 11879
- Barcode: 9314688118799
Weights & Diameters
- 50c: 33.63g | 31.51mm
- 20c: 24.36g | 28.52mm
- 10c: 12.14g | 23.60mm
- 5c: 6.03g | 19.41mm
- $2: 15.88g | 20.50mm
- $1: 21.52g | 25.00mm
The History It Commemorates
Australia's change to decimal currency on 14 February 1966 was not just a change in numbers — it was a cultural shift. Schools, businesses, and households had to adjust to an entirely new way of counting.
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. Coinsaustralia
That transition shaped the financial life of every Australian who followed. This set honours it at the highest possible level.
Available Now at Mint Coin Shop
Mint Coin Shop is a trusted Australian retailer of Royal Australian Mint releases. At $32,500, this set is priced for the discerning collector who understands both its numismatic and intrinsic gold value.
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