Quality Collectable Coins and Banknotes
February 2010
Announcing the Final Launch in The Perth Mint’s Awesome Orbit and Beyond Series 1981 - First Space Shuttle Silver ‘Orbital’ Coin A Limited Mintage Collectable Destined to Sell Out Quickly Innovative ‘Orbital’ Reverse Design Touts Worldwide Appeal Previous Releases LIMI TED
Man on Moon
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Man in Space
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Sputnik
The Final Release of the Five-Coin Orbit and Beyond Series Celebrating the launch of the first space shuttle, the final release from the Orbit and Beyond Series features another extraordinary reverse featuring a design that literally ‘orbits’ around a central image of the Earth. The coin’s coloured reverse portrays a montage of images symbolising a Space Shuttle launching into orbit. A Sensational Keepsake Celebrating a New Era in Space Exploration! The Perth Mint
Housed in Presentation Case and Illustrated Shipper
Price:
$107.50
Official Mint Release Price
100 Years Coinage
Naval Battles
Lachlan Macquarie
Treasures of Aust.
World Banknotes
Half-Sovereigns
and much more!
also inside this issue:
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e are extremely pleased to launch the first edition of our new Collector catalogue designed to provide a stronger focus on collectable material and an introduction to numismatic investing. Over the coming issues we will present a diverse selection of affordable and highly collectable Australian and world coins and banknotes, mint releases and accessories plus special pieces for collectors considering venturing into the world of investing.
Collectors Out In Force Demand for quality world banknotes and coins, and mint releases has flourished in recent years
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as the market experiences an influx of new and established collectors looking to expand on their collecting themes and look further afield for suitable material. Mint products are also in big demand with many popular new releases quickly selling out.
Masterfully Struck RAM 2010 Proof and Uncirculated Year Sets Showcased in all their Glory Proof Set
Whether you are a new or seasoned collector purely interested in numismatic items for their designs, artistry and history, or aspire to acquire collectable material with an investment edge, we have something to suit collectors of all ages, stages and budgets. Please enjoy!
Program of Shows & Events in February 2010
Phone:
Order Hotline: 1800 641 633 (Aust. only) Orders taken from 9am to 5pm WA time, Monday to Friday.
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Perth, WA
Geraldton, WA
ANDA Coin & Banknote Show
Geraldton Numismatic Show
Showcasing Popular Numismatic Collectables and Investment Quality Rarities
Showcasing a Range of Numismatic Material
February 6th and 7th
February 16th, 17th and 18th
Burswood Casino, Burswood
The Pelsart Room, Ocean Centre Hotel
Saturday Feb 6th: 10.00am - 6.00pm Sunday Feb 7th: 10.00am - 5.00pm
Tuesday Feb 16th: 9.00am - 5.00pm Wednesday Feb 17th: 9.00am - 7.00pm Thursday Feb 18th: 9.00am - 5.00pm
The Rare Coin Company will present an extensive range of numismatic items.
enquiries@rarecoin.com.au Send your enquiry or order to the email address above.
Uncirculated Set
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Fantasy One Million Dollar Note ~ A Unique Collectable and Gift Idea Whatever you decide, these fantasy banknotes produced by Gloo The Memory Company will provide a great talking point and fabulous addition to your banknote collection. The fine quality notes, printed on special non-tear, plastic paper similar to authentic Australian banknotes, are marketed in various forms from thankyou cards to corporate advertising notes. Amuse friends, family and work colleagues with this fun and original gift idea, add it to your prized banknote collection, pop one in your pocket for good luck or even promote your business.
Price:
Only $4.00 ea
Please Note
This catalogue represents only a small selection of numismatic collectables available; for other items:
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2010 Six-Coin Proof Year Set Comprised of 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, $1 and $2
2010 Six-Coin Uncirculated Year Set Comprised of 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, $1 and $2
The Year Set tradition continues in 2010 celebrating Australian circulating coin designs. Stuart Devlin’s standard 5c, 10c, 20c and 50c coin designs were introduced with decimal currency in 1966 and are an important representation of the essence of Australia. The 2010 Six-Coin Proof Year Set is produced through a meticulous process of polishing, pressing and individual inspection.
For over 40 years Australia’s standard circulating coin designs have stood the test of time and each of these coins is presented in the 2010 Six-Coin Year Sets. The 2010 Six-Coin Uncirculated Year Set is finished to a high quality uncirculated standard. An uncirculated finish means that they are struck with greater pressure than the circulating coins to improve the sharpness and detail of the design.
A magnificent collection and gift idea for coin lovers!
A highly collectable and affordable Uncirculated set!
Housed in Presentation Case and Illustrated Shipper Royal Aust. Mint
Price:
$120.00 set
Official Mint Release Price
Quality Collectable Coins and Banknotes •
Housed in Presentation Card and Illustrated Sleeve Royal Aust. Mint
Price:
$30.00 set
Official Mint Release Price
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Superlative 2010 Extremely Limited Mintage Editions des Inclu red e b Num te of a c fi i t Cer ity entic Auth
Famous Naval Battles Series 2010 Battle of Salamis 480BC 1oz $1 Silver Proof First Series Release; Only 5,000 Minted! This exciting new program marking historic naval encounters begins with a superb release depicting the Battle of Salamis 480 BC, the first great naval battle recorded in history. Following in the footsteps of our successful Famous Battles in History series, the new program comprises five coins each made of pure silver in proof quality. As well as Salamis, the design themes reflect avid interest in the Battles of Trafalgar, Hampton Roads, Jutland and Midway, all remembered for their landmark contribution to the history of naval warfare. The design, which includes the inscription BATTLE OF SALAMIS 480 BC, also features a coloured section depicting the ancient naval battle scene.
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With only 5000 minted, acquiring one of these superb coins could prove a battle in itself, so get in early to avoid disappointment. Housed in Presentation Case and Illustrated Shipper The Perth Mint
Gettysburg
Balaklava
Hastings
Cannae
Thermopylae
Price:
$89.50
Official Mint Release Price
2010 Governor Lachlan Macquarie Coin and Stamp Cover ~ Includes Commemorative Stamps and Unc Coin; Only 15,000 Minted!
Maximum of Two per customer
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16th February Release Date
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2010 Treasures of Australia Gold Locket Coin 1oz $100 Gold Proof ~ Contains Actual Gold Granules; Only 1,000 Minted! Pure gold has been encapsulated in the latest releases from our popular Treasures of Australia ‘locket’ coin series, following on from the three previous issues containing sapphires, opals or diamonds. The ‘locket’ contains six granules of gold weighing a minimum of 1.00g and no more than 1,000 gold proof coins will be minted. The reverse portrays an abstract interpretation of Australia’s stark and beautiful landscape ~ one of the world’s richest sources of gems and precious metals. Each coin is housed in a presentation case with a jarrah timber lid and circular viewing window to reveal the coin.
EXTREMELY LIMITED!
With no more than 1,000 being minted, these stunning gold proof coins will be in big demand.
Only 1,000 Minted
Housed in Presentation Case and Illustrated Shipper The Perth Mint
Price:
$2,500.00
Official Mint Release Price
Only One on Offer!
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Contains Gold Granules
2010 Australian Koala Silver Coin Series 1oz $1 Gilded Silver Proof ~ Reverse Adorned in 24-Carat Gold; Only 10,000 Minted!
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Australia Post is celebrating Governor Lachlan Macquarie’s tenure as Governor of New South Wales, which began 200 years ago in 1810, with a magnificently produced postal and numismatic cover. Macquarie is remembered as a visionary Governor who ushered in unprecedented social, economic and architectural development in the young colony. Individually numbered, each Stamp and Coin Cover features Australia Post’s seal of authenticity.
The 2010 Gilded Edition of the popular Australian Koala Silver Coin Series depicts an appealing new interpretation of Australia’s favourite tree-dwelling marsupial.
The first of four 55c stamps featured on the envelope depicts Macquarie and an early view of Sydney. The other three stamps, which are entitled VISIONARY, EMANCIPATOR and BUILDER, portray historical images of Port Jackson, the Parramatta Female Penitentiary and the Governor’s Sydney Stables, respectively.
The latest Gilded Koala portrays a young koala standing on a branch enjoying its favourite diet ~ the leaves of a eucalyptus tree. As well as the gilded animal image, the reverse incorporates The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark. The coin is housed in a black display case with a blue lid and comes in an illustrated box-shipper depicting a coloured image of a koala.
Like its highly sought-after 2008 and 2009 predecessors, the new coin is subject to a limited worldwide mintage of just 10,000. Struck from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver, the specimen quality coin’s reverse features meticulous 24-carat gilding, a trademark numismatic treatment from The Perth Mint.
A Historic Anniversary
A striking memento and fitting tribute to a remarkable man, who helped shape the social, economic and architectural development of a fledgling colony.
2010 Governor Macquarie 1oz $1 Silver Proof
Housed in an Illustrated Card and Envelope
Housed in Presentation Case and Illustrated Shipper
The Perth Mint
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Price:
$19.95
Official Mint Release Price
Maximum of Two per customer
{ Four Illustrated 55c Stamps }
Macquarie Proof
Quality Collectable Coins and Banknotes • Order Hotline: Albany 1800 641 633
Price:
$89.50
Official Mint Release Price
A Popular Lunar Series LIMI TED
2010 Year of the Tiger 1oz $1 Gilded Silver Proof
Previous Releases SOL D OU T
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The sublime specimen quality and iconic design of this exceptional coin makes it a perfect collectable or gift.
Housed in Presentation Case and Illustrated Shipper
2010 Gilded
Price:
$79.50
Official Mint Release Price
Housed in Presentation Case and Illustrated Shipper 2009 Gilded
Quality Collectable Coins and Banknotes •
2008 Gilded
The Perth Mint
Price:
$80.00
Official Mint Release Price
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Demand for World Banknotes Stronger Than Ever
Spectacular Specimens from around the Globe
Become an armchair traveller with the world literally at your fingertips with these finely preserved and visually alluring banknotes from exotic foreign lands including the republic of Malawi. Choose a theme or enhance your existing collection. Millions of devoted collectors enthralled by this intriguing and often challenging pursuit are doing just that.
Once only considered ‘The Hobby of Kings’, collecting banknotes has become a global phenomenon attracting collectors from all walks of life. Banknotes are in big demand as new collectors enter the market and experienced ones continue to vie for the best examples. The thrill of acquiring them and their potential to appreciate continues to motivate buyers.
Reserve Bank of India (Burma) 1947 10 Rupees ~ Overprint
Reserve Bank of Malawi 1983 20 Kwacha Specimen Note
Cat Ref: P32 • Grade: good Very Fine
Cat Ref: P17a • Grade: Uncirculated
Price: $75
Price: $275
Yemen 1973 One & Five Rials Specimen Notes
Yemen 1973 10 Rials Specimen Pair
Cat Ref: P11 / P12 • Grade: Uncirculated
Cat Ref: P13a / P13b • Grade: Uncirculated
Price: $200 pair
Price: $400 pair
Luxembourg 1961 500 Francs Specimen Note Cat Ref: P52a • Grade: Uncirculated
Price: $2,500
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Sri Lanka (Ceylon) 1979 50 & 1,000 Rupees Specimen Notes Cat Ref: P87 / P88 • Grade: Uncirculated
Price: $600 pair
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Trinidad & Tobago 1977 100 Dollar Specimen Note
Vanuatu 1982 500 Vatu Specimen Note
Zaire 1979/1980 5, 10 & 50 Zaires Specimen Notes
Zaire 1992/1993 500 Thousand, One & Five Million Zaires Specimen Notes
Cat Ref: P35a • Grade: Uncirculated
Cat Ref: P2 • Grade: Uncirculated
Cat Ref: P22s / P24s / P25s • Grade: Uncirculated
Cat Ref: P43s / P45s / P46s • Grade: Uncirculated
Price: $450
Price: $250
Price: $200 set of three
Price: $300 set of three
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Especially Hand-Selected and Affordably Priced NZ Pre-Decimals Offered in Highly Sought-After Grades
1946 George VI New Zealand Halfpenny Grade: Choice Uncirculated
Price: $65
1959 QEII New Zealand Penny Grade: nice Uncirculated
Price: $35
1934 Edward VII New Zealand Sixpence Grade: Gem
Price: $220
1937 George VI New Zealand Shilling Grade: Choice Uncirculated
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Price: $330
1958 QEII New Zealand Halfpenny Grade: Choice Uncirculated
Price: $40
1965 QEII New Zealand Penny Grade: Choice Uncirculated
Price: $10
1942 George VI New Zealand Sixpence Grade: Choice Uncirculated
Price: $1,300
1941 George VI New Zealand Shilling Grade: Choice Uncirculated
Price: $975
1960 QEII New Zealand Halfpenny Grade: nice Uncirculated
Price: $22
1939 George VI New Zealand Threepence Grade: Choice Uncirculated
Price: $95
1947 George VI New Zealand Sixpence Grade: Choice Uncirculated
Price: $330
1947 George VI New Zealand Shilling Grade: Choice Uncirculated
Quality Collectable Coins and Banknotes • Order Hotline: Albany 1800 641 633
Price: $495
1962 QEII New Zealand Proof Halfpenny Grade: near FDC
Price: $1,800
1941 George VI New Zealand Threepence Grade: Choice Uncirculated
Price: $980
1953 QEII New Zealand Sixpence Grade: Choice Uncirculated
Price: $55
1935 Edward VII New Zealand Proof Florin Grade: near FDC
Price: $1,250
1941 George VI New Zealand Penny Grade: Choice Uncirculated
Price: $500
1944 George VI New Zealand Threepence Grade: Choice Uncirculated
Price: $65
1958 QEII New Zealand Sixpence Grade: Choice Uncirculated
Price: $35
1946 George VI New Zealand Florin (flatback) Grade: about Unc / Unc
Quality Collectable Coins and Banknotes •
Price: $1,150
1952 George VI New Zealand Penny Grade: nice Uncirculated
Price: $40
1955 QEII New Zealand Threepence Grade: Choice Uncirculated
Price: $35
1960 QEII New Zealand Sixpence Grade: Choice Uncirculated
Price: $12
1949 George VI New Zealand Half-Crown Grade: Choice Uncirculated
Price: $650
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The Essential Guide for Inspired Collectors and Investors Hungry for Numismatic Knowledge 2010 E
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Greg McDonald’s 2010 Pocket Guide to Australian Coins & Banknotes (17th Edition) Now Presented in Full Colour for the First Time! The much-anticipated 2010 Pocket Guide to Australian Coins and Banknotes 17th Edition is now available! Compiled by professional numismatist and author Greg McDonald, this comprehensive guide is one of the foremost reference catalogues of Australian currency available on today’s market. The latest issue has a host of general numismatic information and history, and values for all Australian coins and banknotes from the colonial, pre-federation, pre-decimal and decimal eras, right up to current Australian releases from the Royal Australian Mint and The Perth Mint. Wonderful colour images of the various releases feature throughout the guide. Whether a novice or experienced collector, or simply love Australian history, this detailed and very affordable reference is sure to inspire collectors to delve even further into the fascinating, challenging and rewarding world or Australian numismatic rarities. No passionate collector should be without one.
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Opening Times: Our Albany office and showroom, located in Sanford Road is open each weekday from 9am to 5pm. Our Perth office and showroom, located in Hay Street close to The Perth Mint, is open each weekday from 9am to 5pm and also Saturdays from 9am to 1pm for your added convenience. The Rare Coin Company offers a Liquidation Guarantee on selected investment quality items sold through our company. Items featuring this Liquidation logo come with an official Certificate of Authenticity and Future Liquidation through The Rare Coin Company. This guarantee applies only on selected items as indicated in this publication. All other numismatic material does not carry a liquidation guarantee, however we are always happy to purchase quality items for future resale - subject to stock requirements.
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