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Royal Mint Unveils Controversial Coins for Queen's 100th

2/6/2026

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The Royal Australian Mint released two limited-edition coins to mark Queen Elizabeth II's 100th birthday in 2026.
The designs show a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II surrounded by symbols of her life.
Some collectors praised the designs while others criticized them for not resembling the Queen.
The Mint defended the design.
The release includes coins for the 2026 Winter Olympic and Paralympic athletes and 60 years of Australian decimal currency.

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The Royal Australian Mint released two limited-edition coins to mark Queen Elizabeth II's 100th birthday in 2026.
The designs show a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II surrounded by symbols of her life.
Some collectors praised the designs while others criticized them for not resembling the Queen.
The Mint defended the design.
The release includes coins for the 2026 Winter Olympic and Paralympic athletes and 60 years of Australian decimal currency.