A limited edition set of coins based on children’s cartoon Bluey is selling for insane prices on auction site eBay.
Australia’s beloved blue heeler was featured in a new set of coins released by the Royal Australian Mint on June 6th, which retailed at $55.
The collection has already sold out and some canny auctioneers are hoping to make big bucks on resale.
One eBay seller has the coins listed for $300,000, while another was asking for $100,000.
Yet another seller wanted $15,000 for the set – but not everyone was asking for such a high amount.
A limited edition set of coins based on children’s cartoon Bluey (pictured) is selling for insane prices on auction site eBay
Australia’s beloved blue heeler was featured in a new set of coins released by the Royal Australian Mint on June 6th, which retailed at $55
A number of coin sets are available for between $300 and $800 across the auction site – which is still far more than the original $55 price tag.
The collection of coins features Bluey alone, another shows the Heeler family together, and the third shows Bingo and Bluey dressed up as The Grannies.
They could be purchased as individual coin cards or as a three-coin set that includes a sticker sheet.
Royal Australia Mint CEO Leigh Gordon said the Bluey coins has provided the Mint with a chance to reconnect with a broader audience.
The collection has already sold out and some canny auctioneers are hoping to make big bucks on resale. One eBay seller has the coins listed for $300,000. Another was asking for $100,000
‘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.’
Kate O’Connor, who handles the creation of Bluey products, said the coins capture the spirit of Bluey.
‘These fun and colourful coins encapsulate the playful essence of the beloved TV series, making them a timeless treasure for fans and collectors alike.’
The Mint anticipated high demand for the coins, and were urging people to register for an online ballot, which opened at 8:30am ahead of the sale.
The coins were also be available at the temporary Mint coin shop and through select licensed distributors.
The collection could be purchased as individual coin cards or as a three-coin set that includes a sticker sheet
