1966 Australian Uncirculated 6 Coin Set - BP Australian Souvenir Coin Wallet

1966 Australian Uncirculated 6-Coin Set – BP Australian Souvenir Coin Wallet

Celebrate the birth of Australian decimal currency with this historic 1966 six-coin uncirculated set, presented in a vintage BP Australian Souvenir Coin Wallet. Issued during the historic transition on 14 February 1966, these souvenir wallets allowed collectors to house a complete set of either pre-decimal or decimal coins, with this example featuring the full inaugural decimal range.

Highlighting the set is the iconic 1966 Round 50c coin—struck in 80% fine silver and issued for one year only before being withdrawn. Housed alongside the 20c, 10c, 5c, 2c, and 1c coins, this set is a classic piece of Australian numismatic history.

Specifications & Set Contents

• Year of Issue: 1966
• Historical Theme: Australia Decimal Currency Introduction
• Set Composition (6 Coins):
  • 50 Cent: Round, 80% Silver (13.28g, 31.51mm)
  • 20 Cent: Cupro-Nickel (11.31g, 28.52mm)
  • 10 Cent: Cupro-Nickel (5.66g, 23.60mm)
  • 5 Cent: Cupro-Nickel (2.83g, 19.41mm)
  • 2 Cent: Bronze (5.18g, 21.59mm)
  • 1 Cent: Bronze (2.59g, 17.53mm)
• Obverse Effigy: Arnold Machin 2nd portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
• Reverse Designer: Stuart Devlin (Australian flora & fauna / Coat of Arms)
• Finish: Uncirculated
• Packaging: Original BP Australian Souvenir vinyl wallet with coin card insert

Design Details & Key Features

• Historic Round Silver 50c: Includes the famous 1966 round 50c coin, the only circulating round 50c and the only silver decimal coin issued for circulation in Australia.
• Complete Inaugural Decimal Set: Contains all six original denominations introduced on C-Day (14 February 1966).
• Vintage BP Souvenir Packaging: Housed inside the authentic promotional BP coin wallet issued to commemorate the currency changeover.

Condition and Presentation Note

• Uncirculated Coin Quality: All six coins remain as shown. Natural copper/bronze toning or mild silver patina may be present consistent with age.
• Original BP Wallet: Presented in its original vinyl BP wallet.
• Vintage Packaging Wear: The vinyl folder and card insert display minor handling marks, subtle edge wear, and age-related toning as shown in the listing photographs.