The Royal Australian Mint makes a range of collector coins to suit different budgets, interests and reasons for collecting. The best way to choose which type of coin is best for you is by understanding the different finishes we use on our collector coins.
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Uncirculated |
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Frosted Uncirculated |
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Proof |
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Antique Coins are immersed in an electrolysed chemical bath to be cleaned, and are then transferred to chemicals which blacken their surfaces. These darkened coins are then manually buffed on a polishing wheel. This results in a beautiful textured effect: raised areas of the coin are highly polished, lower areas retain their darkness. These buffed coins are coated with a layer of lacquer, which protects them from fingerprints or rubbing against other surfaces. Unlike any other coin finish, antique coins are entirely handmade, and each piece has its own special characteristics to inspire nostalgic feelings. |