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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...

The 2025 Winter Beaver Canadian Maple Leaf Silver Coin

The Canadian Maple Leaf is one of the most recognisable bullion coins in the world. Since its introduction by the Royal Canadian Mint, it has been prized for its high silver purity and iconic desig...