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Are the ‘Holey Dollar’ and ‘Dump’ coins still legal tender?

The Holey Dollar and Dump are the only Australian coins which have had their ‘legal tender’ status removed, or been ‘demonetised’.


Opening Hours

Monday to Friday
9am to 4pm

Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays
10am to 4pm

The Mint is closed on Christmas Day and Good Friday.

Admission is free.


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