2022 20c Coloured Uncirculated Coin - 20th Anniversary of Diary of a Wombat

Diary of a Wombat Coloured Coin - Second Release

• Unique Coloured Design: Vibrant colours and illustrations from the "Diary of a Wombat" book.
• Limited Mintage: Only 27,500 coins will be released, making it a rare collectible.
• Presentation Card: Comes in a beautifully designed presentation card, perfect for gifting.
• Illustrated Features: Showcases charming scenes from the book, featuring Mothball the wombat.
• Australian Legal Tender: The coin's obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Jody Clark.

Celebrate 20 years of Jackie French and Bruce Whatley’s beloved "Diary of a Wombat" with this unique, coloured coin, the second release in a special series from the Royal Australian Mint and the Children’s Book Council of Australia.

This eye-catching coin, with its vibrant colours and illustrated features from the book, brings the delightful adventures of Mothball the wombat to life. Follow Mothball’s daily routine of sleeping, eating, digging, and training her human neighbours to provide her favourite snacks – carrots and oats!

Presented in a beautifully designed presentation card, this coin is a perfect gift for children, parents, and Australian wildlife enthusiasts alike. With a limited mintage of only 27,500, this is a truly special collectible.

The coin's obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Jody Clark, confirming its status as Australian legal tender.

Join the Royal Australian Mint and the Children’s Book Council of Australia in celebrating the joy of reading and storytelling, as we approach Book Week 2022. Don't miss out on this charming tribute to one of Australia's most treasured children's books.