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Queen Victoria 175 Anniversary of Coronation
NEW RELEASE
2013 2oz Gold and 1oz Silver Proof Coins Monarchists and collectors with an appreciation of Royal history will cherish these two Australian legal tender coins, struck from 99.99% pure gold and 99.9% pure silver. Presently the longest serving British monarch, Queen Victoria ascended the throne in 1837, at the age of eighteen, and reigned until her death in 1901. The Queen's Young Head effigy, created by the Royal Mint's Chief Engraver, William Wyon, has been superbly crafted on The Perth Mint's prestigious 2oz gold proof tribute, adorned in rose gold plating. To ensure the rarity of this collectable, The Perth Mint will release no more than 150 coins, each within a prestigious wooden case displaying the Queen's cypher on the lid and accompanied by a numbered Certificate.
ROSE GOLD PLATING
The reverse of the 1oz silver proof coin depicts a coloured representation of Queen Victoria's State Portrait by Sir George Hayter, which shows the young Queen wearing Coronation attire. Alongside this image is a struck sculpture of Queen Victoria's renowned miniature crown. Housed in classic presentation packaging with a numbered Certificate, only 5,000 of these 1oz silver coins will be made available in this packaging, from a maximum mintage of 7,500.
Obverses shown smaller than actual sizes of 41.10mm and 40.60mm Item code
Description
13T78BAA 13T78AAA
2oz Gold Proof Queen Victoria Coin 1oz Silver Proof Queen Victoria Coin
Price $5,495.00 $104.00
The Land Down Under – Didgeridoo
NEW RELEASE
2013 1/4oz Gold and 1oz Silver Proof Coins
The prestigious Land Down Under coin series continues with the release of two precious coins which pay homage to Australia's ancient culture. For more than 40,000 years, Australian Aboriginals have used the didgeridoo to share their spiritual and cultural beliefs. Produced from 99.99% pure gold in proof quality, the reverse of the 1/4oz gold coin depicts a struck design of an Australian playing the didgeridoo in an outback bush setting. The reverse of the 1oz 99.9% pure silver coin displays a colourful outback scene with an Australian playing the didgeridoo framed within a map shape of Australia. The Perth Mint will release no more than 1,000 gold coins and 7,500 silver coins featuring this theme. Each Australian legal tender coin is housed in a unique latex case, molded in the shape of Australia. A colourful shipper and numbered Certificate of Authenticity accompanies each release. Previous Release: Sydney Opera House Forthcoming Releases: Captain Cook, Surfing Obverses shown smaller than actual sizes of 20.60mm and 40.60mm Item code
Description
131127FAAA 131227DAAA
1/4oz Gold Proof Didgeridoo Coin 1oz Silver Proof Didgeridoo Coin
Price $759.00 $104.00
NEW RELEASE
Australian Koala 2013 1 Kilo Silver Proof Coin
The impressive 1 kilogram coin from the Australian Koala Silver Coin Series is an outstanding achievement by The Perth Mint. Superbly struck from 99.9% pure silver in proof quality, the coin is issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965. Koalas live in eucalypt trees to shelter themselves from the harsh Australian sun and partake in their favourite pastime – grazing on gum leaves. The coin's reverse depicts an adult koala sitting on a branch of a eucalyptus tree surrounded by gum leaves. Ian Rank-Broadley's effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the monetary denomination are featured on the coin's obverse. Each coin is housed in a classic display case and illustrated shipper, accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. The Perth Mint will release no more than 500 of these Australian Koala 2013 1 Kilo Silver Proof Coins.
Obverse shown smaller than actual size of 100.60mm Item code
Description
13127AAAA
1 Kilo Silver Proof Koala Coin
Price $1,950.00
Australian Map Shaped Coin Series – Kangaroo
NEW RELEASE
2013 1oz Silver Coin
The third coin in the unique Australian Map Shaped series, which showcases native Australian animals in their natural environment, features the kangaroo. One of the most iconic symbols of Australia, the world-renowned kangaroo is well adapted to hop great distances to find food and shelter, with the female of the species able to keep up with its mob by carrying its young in her pouch. A classically struck design of a kangaroo in a sitting pose is set against a colourful sunset scene at Picnic Rocks, Tasmania. The inscription KANGAROO also appears in the design with The Perth Mint's traditional 'P' mintmark and the 2013 year-date. Issued as legal tender of Australia, the obverse of the coin portrays the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the monetary denomination. Presented in a grey display case and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity, no more than 6,000 of these stunning 1oz 99.9% pure silver coins will be released by The Perth Mint. Previous Releases: Kookaburra, Emu Forthcoming Release: Platypus
LIMIT OF ONE COIN PER EXISTING MEMBER until midday 4 April 2013 WST.
Obverse shown actual size Item code
Description
13T70AAA
1oz Map Shaped Silver Kangaroo Coin $109.50
Price
Deadly and Dangerous Yellow-Bellied Sea Snake
NEW RELEASE
2013 1oz Silver Proof Coin
Highly venomous, the Yellow-Bellied Sea Snake is commonly recognised by its paddle shaped tail and its distinctive colouring comprising a dark back in contrast to a patterned belly. Struck by The Perth Mint from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality, the reverse of this Tuvalu coin features an Australian Yellow-Bellied Sea Snake in colour with a coral reef, star fish and other marine life in the background. The inscription AUSTRALIA'S YELLOW-BELLIED SEA SNAKE also appears in the design. The Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, the year-date and monetary denomination can be found on the coin's obverse. Limited to a mintage of only 5,000, this coin is presented in a high-gloss timber display case and shipper emblazoned with the warning DANGER. A numbered Certificate of Authenticity accompanies each coin. Commissioned product struck by The Perth Mint.
LIMIT OF ONE COIN PER EXISTING MEMBER until midday 4 April 2013 WST.
Item code
Description
Price
13U82AAA 1oz Silver Proof Sea Snake Coin $107.00
Australian Bush Babies II – Platypus
NEW RELEASE
2013 1/2oz Silver Proof Coin
Elise Martinson's talent for capturing the wide-eyed innocence and curiosity of Australia's bush babies is again highlighted on the fourth release in this popular series. Portraying a cute and colourful image of a baby platypus on the coin's reverse, along with a friendly Australian insect and delicately frosted representations of native flowers, this coin is a perfect companion in the series. Unique to Australia, the platypus lives beside freshwater rivers and lakes, where it creates burrows for shelter and protection. It has webbed feet for swimming, which it does with its eyes closed and returns regularly to the water's surface for oxygen. Struck by The Perth Mint from 1/2oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality, the coin is proudly issued as Australian legal tender. Authenticated by a numbered Certificate, no more than 10,000 of these coins will be released by The Perth Mint in a contemporary display case and shipper. Previous Releases: Kookaburra, Possum, Echidna Future Release: Wombat Item code
Description
13S89AAA 13S88AAA 13S87AAA 12S86AAA
1/2oz Silver Proof Platypus Coin 1/2oz Silver Proof Echidna Coin 1/2oz Silver Proof Possum Coin 1/2oz Silver Proof Kookaburra Coin
Price $65.00 $65.00 $65.00 $65.00
Mythical Creatures – Unicorn
NEW RELEASE
2013 1oz Silver Proof Coin
The Mythical Creatures series continues its plight of fantasy with a second release that brings to life the enchanted unicorn. A fictional creature of European folklore, the unicorn resembles a white horse with small beard, feathered hooves, and a long, spiralling horn which was often believed to possess both magical and medicinal properties. As a symbol of purity, grace, wisdom and power, the charmed beast was well represented in art and heraldry throughout the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. The coin's reverse portrays a coloured unicorn, against the backdrop of a forest scene and castle. Struck by The Perth Mint on behalf of Coin Club Australia from 1oz 99.9% pure silver in proof quality, this Tuvalu legal tender coin is limited to a mintage of 5,000. Each coin is presented in classic display packaging with a numbered Certificate. By purchasing this coin, Coin Club Australia will make a donation of $1 to UNICEF-Australia on your behalf. Commissioned product struck by The Perth Mint. Previous Release: Griffin Future Releases: Phoenix, Werewolf, Dragon
Item code
Description
13U80AAA
1oz Silver Proof Unicorn Coin
Price $114.50
NEW RELEASE
Australian Koala 2013 1oz Silver Coloured Coin
The new 2013 Australian Koala design is now superbly recreated in vibrant colour on this 1oz 99.9% pure silver collector coin. As a native marsupial, the koala displays features and behaviours that ensure its survival in the extreme conditions of the great Australian outback. Well suited to a life in the trees, they possess a pear-shaped body and a good sense of balance, thick fur for protection, and clawed paws for gripping and climbing. The reverse of the coin depicts a coloured image of an adult koala sitting on a branch of a eucalyptus tree surrounded by gum leaves. The design also includes the inscription AUSTRALIAN KOALA, The Perth Mint's 'P' mintmark and the 2013 year-date.
Issued as official legal tender of Australia, the coin's obverse displays the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and monetary denomination. Housed in a lovely display card, this coin is issued on a mint-to-order basis, with its mintage officially declared in twelve months.
Item code
Obverse shown smaller than actual size of 40.60mm
Description
1307DDAD 1oz Silver Coloured Coin in Card
Price $79.00
Australian Koala th 25 Anniversary 2013 1/2oz Platinum Proof Issue In 1987, the Australian Government approved the minting of platinum and silver coins by The Perth Mint. The following year, the nation's first platinum Koala coin was released alongside a commemorative medallion. To celebrate this event, this special issue features a replicated reverse design of the original coin. Struck from 1/2oz of 99.95% pure platinum, this coin is issued as Australian legal tender. Accompanying each release is an individually numbered 99.9% pure silver medallion. Housed in a prestigious wooden case and shipper, The Perth Mint will release no more than 1,200 of these tribute sets.
Item code
Description
131ZXAA 1/2oz Platinum Proof Issue
Price $1,595.00
Coin releases from 7 May 2013 ? The Limited Edition Argyle Pink Diamond 1oz 22 Carat Pink Gold Ingot ? Treasures of the World – Europe 2013 Silver Proof Locket Coin with Garnet ? 2013 Perth Mint Gold Proof Australian Sovereign ? 2014 FIFA World Cup BrazilTM 1/4oz Gold Proof Coin ? Australian Kookaburra 2013 1oz Silver Proof High Relief Coin ? 100th Anniversary of Australia's First Banknote 2013 1oz Silver Proof Coin and Stamp Set ? Australia's Remarkable Reptiles 2013 1oz Silver Proof Coin ? Birds of Australia – Rainbow Lorikeet 2013 1/2oz Silver Proof Coin ? Forest Babies 2013 1/2oz Silver Proof Coins ? Kangaroo and Map Stamp and Coin Set ? Bush Babies II – Possum 2013 Stamp and Coin Cover Release dates subject to change without notice
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