The Royal Mint
Currency & Economic Significance
The Royal Mint of the Principality of Hutt River was not just a provider of currency; it was a bold statement of autonomy and creativity in a world dominated by conventional economies.
As a vital pillar of the principality, the mint served to create and distribute unique coins that encapsulated the spirit and identity of its people, transforming everyday transactions into a celebration of heritage.
Established 1976
Royal Mint of Hutt River
The Royal Mint of Hutt River was established under the control of the Treasury of Hutt River in early 1976.
Initially in those hectic years immediately following the secession it was realised that its own currency was required so the Treasury had the task of issuing the first Hutt River Money in 1974 with the release of a set of paper banknotes in denominations of 10c, 20c, 50c, $1 and $2 notes, the designs of which I am sure most of you are more than aware of since the same notes are still in circulation and issued today by Treasury.
In 1975 Cabinet decided that there was a need to issue coinage to exist alongside the banknotes and this led to the formation of the Royal Mint of Hutt River which saw its formation as well as its first coins minted in 1976.
Since those first coins in 1976 the Royal Mint has been responsible for the minting of over 200 coins.
Whilst the coins were originally minted solely for circulation and use within the Principality, collectors around the globe very quickly began to seek out coins to add to their collections so in order that their needs and wants be met, Hutt began to produce coins not just for circulations but were also careful to produce Proof versions and various presentations to satisfy those collectors. the Hutt Mint has been commended on a number of occasions for its issue of high-quality collector pieces in precious metals such as Gold, silver and Palladium.
Today very many collectors around the globe have Hutt coins proudly in their collections and the collectable/investment value of the currency is easily shown by watching the sums that both earlier and current issued coins are bringing at auction and on various on-line auction houses on the internet.
Hutt coinage is much in demand by collectors.
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