The Royal Australian Mint's Queen Elizabeth II coins have sparked a frenzy among collectors, despite some criticism of the late monarch's portrait. The mint released two special coins to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Queen's birth, aiming to capture her 'stunning and heavenly' essence. However, the portrait, created by artist Alex Stokic, has faced backlash on social media, with some users questioning its accuracy. One user even compared it to a screenshot from the movie Mrs. Doubtfire, while others suggested it looked like the Queen was in a bad mood or like a restored fresco of Jesus. Despite the controversy, the coins were a huge hit with collectors, with all 35,000 sold out within minutes. Now, some are being resold for a premium on online auction sites. But is the fuss over the coins' design justified? And what does it say about our relationship with historical figures? Join the discussion and share your thoughts in the comments below!
