2021 $1 Centenary of Ginger Meggs - Coloured Uncirculated Two Coin Set

2021 $1 Coloured Uncirculated 2-Coin Set – Centenary of Ginger Meggs

Celebrate a century of a true Aussie icon with this official 2021 2-coin uncirculated set from the Royal Australian Mint. Honouring the 100th anniversary of Ginger Meggs, the comic strip that first debuted in 1921, this set captures the rambunctious antics and comic misadventures of Australia's most beloved red-headed larrikin.

Featuring full-colour artwork depicting Ginger alongside his faithful pets, Mike the dog and Tony the monkey, these $1 legal tender coins are housed together inside an acrylic presentation case with a fun, vintage-inspired illustrated outer sleeve. Mintage is strictly limited to just 30,000 sets worldwide.

Design Details & Key Features

• Year of Issue: 2021
• Theme: Centenary of Ginger Meggs (1921–2021)
• Set Count: 2 x $1 Coloured Uncirculated Coins
• Reverse Designs: Dynamic full-colour artwork featuring Ginger Meggs, Mike the dog, and Tony the monkey in classic comic scene poses.
• Obverse Design: Features the 6th definitive portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark.
• Composition: Aluminium Bronze
• Mass: 9.00 grams (each)
• Diameter: 25.00 mm (each)
• Finish: Coloured Uncirculated
• Mintage: Strictly limited to 30,000 sets worldwide
• Legal Tender: Official Australian $1 coins.
• Catalogue Reference: Numista S#1026a

Condition and Presentation Note

The set is presented in its original Royal Australian Mint acrylic display case and illustrated outer sleeve.

• Uncirculated Quality: Both coins are in original uncirculated condition, exhibiting sharp design detail and vibrant full-colour printing. Minor microscopic planchet marks or light factory handling lines consistent with a commercial mint strike may be present.
• Toning: As is characteristic of aluminium-bronze coins, some natural toning or minor spotting may be present due to original packaging materials and age.
• Packaging: Housed in its official acrylic presentation case and illustrated outer slipcover.
• Shelf Wear: Outer paper sleeves and acrylic cases may show minor signs of handling, subtle corner softening, or light superficial scuffing consistent with storage and transit.