Australia's Colorful Currency
The Australian dollar coin showcases the nation's unique wildlife and heritage. Our virtual flipper replicates the distinctive golden color and tactile feel of the real coin, featuring Queen Elizabeth II's effigy on heads and the iconic kangaroo design on tails - perfect for both everyday decisions and exploring Australian culture.
👑 Heads Side
Displays the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by artist Ian Rank-Broadley, with the inscriptions "ELIZABETH II," "AUSTRALIA," and the year of minting. The design has evolved through four royal portraits since 1966.
🦘 Tails Side
Features the iconic leaping kangaroo design by Stuart Devlin, symbolizing Australia's progress and energy. The standard circulation coin has featured this design since 1984.
Distinctive Features
Golden Alloy
92% copper, 6% aluminum, and 2% nickel composition gives the coin its distinctive color
Tactile Edge
Milled edges provide grip and help the visually impaired identify the coin
Eco-Friendly
Australian coins are among the most environmentally sustainable currencies
Cultural Significance
🇦🇺 National Identity
The kangaroo design represents Australia's unique wildlife and forward momentum as a nation. No other country features marsupials on its currency.
💰 Decimal Pioneer
Australia was the first country to introduce a complete decimal currency system in 1966, replacing pounds with dollars.
Fun Ways to Use It
🏏 Cricket Toss
Decide which team bats first in backyard cricket matches
🦘 Wildlife Quiz
Heads for mammals, tails for birds when testing Aussie animal knowledge
🏖️ Beach Decisions
Choose between surfing or swimming at Bondi Beach
🍴BBQ Dilemmas
Decide between snags or shrimp on the barbie
Special Edition Coins
Our flipper includes these commemorative designs:
🎗️ ANZAC Centenary
2015 coin honoring 100 years since the Gallipoli landing
🌏 Indigenous Culture
2017 design celebrating 50 years since the 1967 referendum
🚀 Space Exploration
2019 coin marking 50 years since the moon landing
"Heads" for vegemite, "Tails" for fairy bread? Let Australia's currency decide!