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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.


Striking Art: Lasting Impressions

15th January 2010

Tuesday 19 January - Sunday 14 February

Over the past 20 years Wojciech Pietranik has created a collection of striking art leaving a lasting impression in the history of coin design in Australia.

This exhibition celebrates Wojciech and the art of coin and medal design and will showcase a number of coins, medals and sculptures from his collection.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to view Wojciech's collection on display for the very first time. Exclusive only to the Royal Australian Mint.

Special event:

On Saturday 30 January at 11:00am Wojciech Pietranik will give a talk about the art of coin and medal design. This will be a rare chance to hear Wojciech speak about what inspires him and a great opportunity to ask him about his career in designing.

Please RSVP by Wednesday 27 January 2010 to samantha.engel@ramint.gov.au. Places are strictly limited.