1985 Royal Australian Mint Uncirculated Set

1985 Australian Uncirculated Mint Set – First $1 in an Annual Set

The 1985 Royal Australian Mint Uncirculated Set is a major milestone for decimal collectors. While the "Mob of Roos" $1 coin was introduced to circulation in 1984, 1985 marks the historic first time the $1 denomination was included in the Mint’s official annual Uncirculated and Proof year sets.

This 7-coin collection includes all circulating denominations for the year, presented in the official Royal Australian Mint fold-out packaging with its original protective sleeve, preserving an iconic moment in Australian numismatic history.

Design Details & Key Features

• Year of Issue: 1985
• Set Type: Official Royal Australian Mint Annual Uncirculated Set
• Historic Debut: Features the first-ever inclusion of the $1 coin ("Mob of Roos") in an official annual mint set.
• Complete 7-Coin Set: Includes 1c, 2c, 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, and $1 coins.
• Obverse Design: Features the 3rd definitive portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Raphael Maklouf.
• Finish: Uncirculated
• Issuer: Royal Australian Mint
• Packaging: Official fold-out card insert housed inside the original protective outer slipcover.
• Catalogue Reference: Numista S#1194

Condition and Presentation Note

Please select your preferred display condition option from the drop-down menu:

• Clear Plastic Display Option: The internal clear plastic wallet has remained transparent, providing a sharp and crisp view of the coins.
• Aged Yellow Plastic Display Option: The internal plastic wallet has naturally ambered/yellowed over time, which is a very common and expected vintage characteristic for 1985 RAM sets.
• Uncirculated Quality & Toning: The coins themselves remain in uncirculated condition with sharp strike detail. As is common for 1980s bronze and cupro-nickel/aluminium-bronze issues, some natural toning, minor spotting, or edge patina may be present due to original plastic packaging materials and age.
• Shelf Wear: The outer cardboard slipcover may show minor signs of edge wear, corner softening, or light scuffing consistent with over 40 years of collector storage.