The two dollar coin denomination (written as $2) was introduced in Australia in 1988, replacing the earlier banknotes. The original reverse design by Horst Hahne on circulating coins has not been changed since its introduction. The denomination is also often used to issue circulating commemorative coins with various reverses.
Apart from the circulating coinage, both the Royal Australian Mint and the Perth Mint have extensive programs issuing $2 coins for collectors (Non-Circulating Legal Tender, or NCLT), such as this one.
This coin design was issued as part of the Royal Australian Mint's annual baby coin sets, which the mint has been releasing annually since 1995. The 2025 set, named Aussie Bubs (from Australian: Australian Babies) continues the tradition of joyously celebrating all things baby, coin and collecting. Inspired by traditional designs, these coins have a fresh, whimsical twist. Elyssa Waterford's design beautifully capture Australia’s wildlife, where "Delilah the Tasmanian devil adds a cheeky touch to the 2 dollar coin, with coins stashed in her den".
No coins of this type have been released into circulation. |