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Notes are worth converting to Australian dollars, and many currency exchange services in Australia — as well as some banks — will buy back your holiday money. But don’t trade them in at the ...
- About The Mint
- About Coins
- About Australian Coins
- Buying and Valuing Coins
What are the Royal Australian Mint’s contact details?
The Mint's contact details are available on our Contact page.
When was the Royal Australian Mint opened?
On Monday 22 February 1965. More information is available on our About the Mint page.
Does the Mint provide free samples of coins?
No.
What coins can I use in my Christmas pudding?
Traditionally white-coloured pre-decimal silver coins were added to a Christmas pudding. Decimal white-coloured coins are struck on cupro-nickel and do not contain silver. Decimal coins may react with the ingredients of a Christmas pudding and should not be used. Christmas Pudding Coin Packs are avaliable for purchase in our Coin Shop, Call Centre or through eShop by clicking here.
What is the difference between circulating, uncirculated, frosted uncirculated and proof coins?
Go toUncirculated, Frosted Uncirculated, Proofand Circulating.
What is the origin of $ sign?
The origin of the “$” sign can be traced back to the reverse design of the Spanish Eight Reales. This coin was widely used by many countries during the late 18th and 19th centuries. It was used in Australia by Governor Macquarie in 1813 to make the famous “Holey dollar” and “Dump”. The reverse design of the eight Reales shows two columns with an intertwining ribbon which are also known as "Pillars of Hercules with a snake". It is this design and the fact that the coin was often known as the “...
What is Australia’s rarest coin?
The 1930 penny. Only six proof versions of the 1930 penny are known to exist: three in private hands, one in the Museum of Victoria, the National Gallery of South Australia and the British Museum. In 1998, a privately owned 1930 penny was sold for $225,000.
How is the quantity of the coins to be produced per year (or, mintage) determined?
The quantity of circulating coins is determined by the Royal Australian Mint in collaboration with the commercial banks, based on a number of factors including expected levels of economic activity. To see a listing of the number of pieces of particular currency produced in various years visit our Circulating Coin Designspages.
When was the name dollar first approved?
The preferred name for Australian currency, dollar, was approved in 1963. Other names considered by the Government of the time were royal, merino and austral.
Where can I purchase coins from previous years?
From Coin Distributors. The Mint sells current issues only. For a full list of Mint-accredited dealers go to Australian Distributors or International Distributors.
How do I tell the difference between an official Royal Australian Mint product and a product produced as a corporate order?
From time to time the Royal Australian Mint custom mints coins that have been privately commissioned. These coins may be Australian legal tender bearing the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II or bear effigies from other countries. Please visit the Consumer Advice sectionto find out what you need to look out for to tell the difference between the two types.
Does the Mint buy back or value coins?
The Mint does not buy back or value coins. Many issues are involved in assessing the value of a coin including its rarity, condition of the coin and demand for the coin by other collectors. You may like to do some preliminary research yourself. A good place to obtain an approximate value is "Renniks Australian Coin and Banknote Values". This is a useful reference book, which is updated annually and features the Royal Australian Mint. "Renniks Australian Coin and Banknote Values" can be purcha...
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Feb 19, 2020 · Selling your foreign currency back to Travel Money Oz is easy peasy: Step 2: Bring those notes to your nearest Travel Money Oz store and exchange using the buy rate of the day. Don’t forget our Best Price Guarantee, if you find a better price we will beat it*. Step 4: Deposit into your savings, go on a spending spree or buy more foreign ...
Australia’s national currency is Australian dollars (AUD), which comes in denominations of $5, $10, $20, $50 and $100 notes. Coins come in 5, 10, 20 and 50 cent and one and two dollar denominations.
- Where can I buy Australian currency?Currency exchange is available at banks, hotels and international airports. Australian banks offer the same range of services typical in other west...
- How can I work out the conversion of my currency into Australian Dollars (AUD)?XE Currency Converter will help you convert your own currency at the market exchange rates.
- What are Australia’s largest banks?Australia’s four largest banks are: NAB (National Australia Bank), ANZ (Australia New Zealand Bank), Commonwealth Bank of Australia and Westpac Ban...
- Can I use credit cards and traveller’s cheques in Australia?Credit cards such as American Express, Bankcard, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa, UnionPay and JCB are accepted in Australia. VISA or MasterCard can...
- What is Goods and Services Tax?Australia has a Goods and Services Tax (GST) of 10 per cent. You may be able to claim a refund for the GST paid on goods if you have spent AUD$300...
- Can I bargain or haggle prices in Australia?It is not customary to bargain or haggle in Australia.
- Is tipping customary in Australia?Hotels and restaurants do not add service charges to your bill, and tipping is always your choice. In upmarket restaurants, it is common to tip wai...
- What is the emergency number in Australia?The emergency number for police, ambulance and fire brigade is 000.
- Is it safe to swim in Australia’s waters?Australia’s popular beaches are usually patrolled by lifeguards from October to April. Red and yellow flags mark the safest areas for swimming and...
Sep 9, 2022 · First published on Thu 8 Sep 2022 23.24 EDT. The face of the late Queen Elizabeth II will soon stop adorning Australian coins and the $5 note. Since 1966, more than 15bn Australian coins have been ...
- Caitlin Cassidy
Cash exchange machines are available at many branches across Australia. You can use our location tool to find your closest machine and when you can access it. NAB cash exchange machines provide a self-service option to exchange notes and coins for different denominations. Find out more.
Selling your foreign currency is easy, simply follow the steps below and you’ll soon have more Aussie dollars back in your wallet. 1. Take your foreign currency banknotes into any of our Travelex stores* across Australia. *Please click “Find your Nearest Store” below to see which of our stores are currently open. 2.
