Beloved Australian TV character Bluey will feature in a new set of “Dollarbuck” $1 coins set to be released by the Royal Australian Mint on Thursday.
The internationally famous blue heeler will feature in three coins as part of the set; on her own, with the Heeler Family, and dressed up as The Grannies.
The coins will be available in individual coin cards as well as “bespoke” three-coin envelope sets by Bluey animaters Ludo Studio that also include a sticker set.
Royal Australian Mint chief executive Leigh Gordon said the limited-run was an opportunity for Australians to get involved in coin collecting following The Wiggles and Play School sets.
“This is the Mint’s classic storytelling and social culture commentary through coins,” Mr Gordon said.
“We hope that through this new Bluey program we are cultivating the coin collector of tomorrow.
“What better way to start your child’s or grandchild’s coin collection than with a Bluey coin?”
The coins will be available by EQL ballot, the Canberra Mint shop, and authorised retailers.
BBC Studios director of brands and licensing ANZ Kate O’Connor said the coins captured the “playful essence of the beloved series” and were a “timeless treasure”.
Created by Australian animator Joe Brumm, Bluey rocketed to international success after hitting the airwaves for the first time in October 2018.
Fans of the show cite themes of family and growing up as well as its representation of Australian culture being set in suburban Brisbane.
In April, Bluey made international headlines amid fears the show was coming to an end; rumours that proved not to be true.