1999 Royal Australian Mint Uncirculated Coin Set - International Year of Older Persons

1999 Australian Uncirculated Mint Set – International Year of Older Persons

Celebrate the vital contributions of older generations with the official 1999 Royal Australian Mint Six-Coin Uncirculated Set. Released to mark the United Nations International Year of Older Persons (IYOP), this set honours the wisdom, history, and achievements of senior citizens in building an inclusive society.

The set features the special one-year-only commemorative $1 coin displaying the official IYOP emblem alongside the standard 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, and $2 circulating designs. With a strictly limited mintage of just 70,067 sets, it is a key piece for collectors completing their annual decimal runs.

Design Details & Key Features

• Year of Issue: 1999
• Set Type: Official Royal Australian Mint Annual Uncirculated Set
• Theme: International Year of Older Persons (IYOP)
• Complete 6-Coin Set: Includes 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, $1, and $2 coins.
• Special $1 Design: Features the official International Year of Older Persons emblem.
• Obverse Design: Features the 4th definitive portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley.
• Finish: Uncirculated
• Mintage: Strictly limited to 70,067 sets
• Issuer: Royal Australian Mint
• Packaging: Official full-colour presentation sleeve and fold-out packaging.
• Catalogue Reference: Numista S#1257

Condition and Presentation Note

The set is presented in its original Royal Australian Mint official display sleeve and fold-out card insert.

• Uncirculated Quality: All six coins remain in original uncirculated condition, exhibiting sharp strike detail and original mint lustre. Minor microscopic planchet marks or light factory handling lines consistent with a commercial mint strike may be present.
• Toning: As is characteristic of base metal circulating alloy sets, some natural toning, spot patina, or light surface aging may be present due to original packaging materials and age.
• Packaging & Shelf Wear: Supplied in its original themed presentation packaging. Please note that outer slipcovers and sleeves may exhibit minor shelf wear, light scuffing, or subtle corner softening consistent with handling and storage over the years.