The ceremonial First Strike of Miffy’s birthday issue was performed today by a very special guest. Miffy herself was here to ceremonially strike the first medal, in the presence of mint master Stephan Satijn. The event did not take place on Miffy’s birthday, but on Dick Bruna’s (1927 – 2017) day of birth. The Royal Dutch Mint pays tribute to both the famous bunny and the beloved artist and writer with the new Miffy issues.
miffy and Dick Bruna
Miffy and Dick Bruna come together on three special birthday issues by the Royal Dutch Mint. The detailed and recognisable portrait of Dick Bruna, Miffy’s creator, is found on the obverse of all Miffy issues. Miffy is depicted on the reverse and on the packaging of all issues. Out of Dick Bruna’s many creations, Miffy is (inter)nationally still the most successful.
Highly Wanted
The issues in honour of Miffy’s 65th birthday went on sale on 23 July 2020. Miffy is still quite popular: the strictly limited gold issue was already sold out within a few hours! The brass issue in coincard, which also includes the Dutch 2 euro coin 2020, is still available. The pure silver 1 ounce issue in Royal Delft tile can also still be ordered. This nostalgic and internationally loved issue is limited to 750 pieces worldwide, so don’t wait too long to place your order!