2020 Six Coin Base Metal Proof Baby Year Set - Possum Magic
In 1983 the whimsical children’s book Possum Magic was released, delighting young readers with its tale of Hush and Grandma Poss, two possums who travel Australia in search of a magical delicacy. The Royal Australian Mint’s 2020 baby year set will feature this beloved book for the third and final year.
For 25 years the Royal Australian Mint has released an annual baby set of coins. In 2020 the set features once again the beloved Australian children’s picture book Possum Magic. Written by Mem Fox and illustrated by Julie Vivas, Possum Magic tells the story of two possums, Grandma Poss and Hush, who travel around Australia in search of a special magical food.
This beautiful set of proof coins features a special colour printed 50 cent coin celebrating one of Possum Magic’s beautiful and whimsical illustrations. It is also the first baby set to bear the new effigy of the Queen by Jody Clark. An extra special gift to welcome a new little possum into the family.
2020 Six Coin Base Metal Uncirculated Baby Set - Possum Magic
For the third and final time, the Royal Australian Mint’s annual baby sets feature the beloved children’s book Possum Magic, written by Mem Fox and illustrated by Julie Vivas. This book, adored by young readers since 1983, is celebrated in this coin set with an extra special coloured token, the perfect gift for welcoming new little ones into the world.
Coins are a traditional gift for welcoming a new baby into the family. The Royal Australian Mint’s annual baby sets are a 25-year tradition, always popular with families who love their timeless appeal and upbeat messages. For the third and final year the 2020 baby set features the beloved and whimsical Possum Magic, written by Mem Fox and illustrated by Julie Vivas.
Possum Magic was first introduced to young readers in 1983. Gorgeously illustrated, it tells the story of two possums living in the Australian bush, Hush and Grandma Poss. This baby set features illustrations from the book on a 50 cent coin and a colour printed token, an ideal gift for a joyous new arrival.