The Royal Australian Mint is set to release a new collection of coins featuring the beloved children's television character Bluey. The coins, which go on sale tomorrow, include designs showing Bluey alone, the Heeler family together, and Bingo and Bluey dressed as The Grannies.
Collectors can purchase the coins as individual coin cards or as a three-coin set that includes a sticker sheet. The Mint anticipates high demand and has opened an online ballot for interested buyers, with registration starting today at 8:30am.
Royal Australian Mint CEO Leigh Gordon said the Bluey coins provide an opportunity to engage with a broader audience. 'This is the mint's classic storytelling and social culture commentary through coins,' he said. 'We hope that through this new Bluey program we are cultivating the coin collector of tomorrow.'
Kate O'Connor, who oversees Bluey product creation, added: 'These fun and colourful coins encapsulate the playful essence of the beloved TV series, making them a timeless treasure for fans and collectors alike.'
Bluey is an Australian animated series that follows the adventures of a Blue Heeler puppy living with her family in Brisbane. The coins will also be available at the temporary Mint coin shop and through select licensed distributors.
