Celebrate 45 years of Australia’s most cherished culinary tradition with the 2025 Australian Women’s Weekly Children’s Birthday Cake Book with $1 Proof Coin Set.

Originally published in 1980, The Australian Women’s Weekly Children’s Birthday Cake Book is a cultural milestone that has shaped birthday celebrations across the country for four decades. From the iconic Swimming Pool to the legendary Choo-Choo Train, this commemorative release brings the magic of childhood memories together with master-crafted Australian numismatics.

This strictly limited presentation set pairs a genuine Royal Australian Mint Proof coin with the classic anniversary edition book, delivered brand new, mint-sealed, and direct from the Mint.

Key Features

• Official Royal Australian Mint Release: Brand new, uncirculated proof standard, and 100% authentic.

• Collector Edition Pairing: Features a legal tender $1 Proof Coin presented alongside the beloved 45th Anniversary commemorative book.

• Exquisite Proof Finish: Struck to the Mint's world-renowned proof standard, boasting mirror-like frosted relief against a brilliant polished background.

• King Charles III Obverse: Carries the official effigy of His Majesty King Charles III, designed by Daniel Thorne.

• Factory Mint Sealed: Preserved in original unopened publisher and mint packaging for optimal long-term provenance and condition.

Product Overview

• The Coin: An intricately sculpted $1 proof coin paying tribute to Australia's favorite birthday cake tradition, encapsulated for permanent protection.

• The Book: The complete 45th Anniversary edition of the iconic Australian Women's Weekly Children's Birthday Cake Book, featuring the original retro cake designs, recipes, and decorating guides that defined Australian childhoods.

• The Presentation: Custom-designed collector packaging integrating the hardcopy book and coin capsule into a single showcase piece.

Specifications

• Issuing Authority: Royal Australian Mint (RAM)

• Year of Issue: 2025

• Face Value: $1 AUD

• Finish: Proof

• Metal: Aluminium Bronze

• Diameter: 25.00 mm

• Weight: 9.00 g

• Obverse: King Charles III effigy by Daniel Thorne

• Packaging: Official presentation box incorporating hardcover/softcover book and encapsulated proof coin

• Condition: Brand New, Mint Sealed