The nation's first triangular coin has been minted to mark the 25th birthday of Parliament House. Source: AAP
CANBERRA is often labelled the city of swings and roundabouts but the triangle will be featured as the Australian capital celebrates the 25th birthday of Parliament House.
The nation's first triangular coin has been minted to mark the quarter century milestone of the big house on the hill.
The uncirculated equilateral coin with rounded corners carries a $5 value.
Ten thousand coins will be struck, made from 99.9 per cent silver and depicting Parliament House as viewed from one of its courtyards. The Queen's profile is on the reverse.
The iconic triangular flag mast atop Parliament House is a focal point of the coin design.
A limited-edition, round 20 cent coin made of cupronickel is also part of the mint's tribute to Parliament House. It features the current building with Old Parliament House in the foreground.
"Australian Parliament House was recognised as a major international architectural achievement when it was opened by Queen Elizabeth II 25 years ago," MP Bernie Ripoll will say during the birthday launch of the coin on Thursday.
"It is fitting that the mint is demonstrating its own innovation within a minting context with Australia's first triangular coin."
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