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March 29, 2024
Florin 1953 to 1963 - Price Guide and values
In 1954, the Mint decided to produce a new (and last) commemorative Florin for the first visit of the Queen Elizabeth II in Australia. In 1955, no florin was produced.
March 27, 2024
Year of the Outback - 50 cents and 1 dollar 2002
Two coins specifically commemorate the Outback theme. The $1 coin depicts the official Year of the Outback logo, whilst the 50c coin design features the wanes of a windmill. The coins were also produced for circulation.
March 26, 2024
20 dollars 1966 to 1993 banknotes - Price guide and values
The new $1, $2, $10 and $20 banknotes were issued on 14 February 1966. Charles Kingsford Smith and Lawrence Hargrave appeared on the $20 note. They symbolised Australia's significant contribution to aviation and aeronautics.
March 25, 2024
10 dollars 2017 to 2023 banknotes - Price guide and values
The design of the new $10 banknote celebrates Australia's literary heritage. The $10 banknote retains the portraits of two of Australia's most celebrated writers - Dame Mary Gilmore and Andrew Barton (Banjo) Paterson who were both featured on the previous banknotes. The two portraits derive from drawings based on original photographs.
March 23, 2024
Florin 1938 to 1952 - Price Guide and values
San Francisco assisted the Melbourne Mint between 1942 and 1944 to produce Florins. In 1951, a commemorative reverse was produce to commemorate the 50th year of Federation. From 1948 to 1950, no florin was produced.