Pirate Guide to Collecting Australian Coins Paperback: 2025-2026 Edition

Pirate Guide to Collecting Australian Coins: 2025–2026 Edition

Turn your spare change into a treasure hunt with the definitive guide to Australian decimal currency.

Coin collecting is one of the few hobbies that is as affordable as it is rewarding. We all relate to the excitement of finding an unusual design in our daily change, and the Pirate Guide to Collecting Australian Coins is designed to help you turn that curiosity into a sophisticated collection.

Focused specifically on the coins you can find in circulation, this 148-page, full-colour paperback is the perfect companion for both new enthusiasts and seasoned "noodlers."

Comprehensive Coverage (1966 – 2025)

This edition covers every Australian decimal coin released into circulation by the Royal Australian Mint from the introduction of decimal currency in 1966 through to the end of 2025. With dedicated chapters for the $2, $1, 50c, 20c, 10c, 5c, 2c, and 1c denominations, you will have a complete roadmap of Australian numismatic history at your fingertips.

Key Features of the 2025–2026 Edition:

• High-Quality Visuals: Large, crystal-clear images of actual coins allow you to see exactly what to look for, from commemorative designs to subtle minting varieties.
• Complete Mintage Data: Includes the latest mintage and rarity "Scoreboards" for circulated coins. For the first time, this edition also includes uncirculated mintages (from RAM sets, rolls, PNCs, and swaps), providing the first truly complete picture of each coin’s total production.
• Retailer & Special Releases: Detailed photos and data for highly sought-after $1 and $2 sets released through Woolworths, Australia Post, Anaconda, and more—including the 2024 Bluey Dollarbucks, 2025 Aussie Big Things, and the 2025 Children’s Birthday Cake Book coin.
• Error & Variety Hunting: Dedicated sections on valuable errors such as the "$1 Mule" and "Alien" die clashes. Learn how these errors occur and how to distinguish genuine minting errors from post-production damage.

What’s New in This Edition?

The 2025–2026 guide has been significantly expanded to include:

• All 2025 Releases: Stay up to date with the latest coins entering circulation this year.
• New "Heads" (Obverse) Chapter: A deep dive into the obverse side of our coins, including the transition of monarchs and various portrait designs.
• The Science of Errors: New information on the coin creation process to help you understand how rare varieties are formed.
• Care & Storage: Expanded advice on how to safely house and protect your collection for the future.

Why Choose the Pirate Guide?

Reliable information on Australian coins is often fragmented and difficult to find. This guide brings everything together in one place, combining high-resolution photography with meticulous research. Whether you are looking for C-Mintmarks, Privy marks, or the latest Olympic and AFL sets, the Pirate Guide ensures you never miss a rare find in your pocket.