Mint Issue 63 - Royal Australian Mint

September 2005 Number 63
Dear Collector
Welcome to September Mint Issue. This month we feature the
Sydney Mint sesquicentenary coin and release some of the most
anticipated products in the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth
Games Coin program.
I am particularly fond of the Sydney Mint coin and Collectors will
note the technically challenging gold plating on both the obverse
and reverse of this piece. This design employs skilled artistry in
recreating the Sydney Mint building sketch from its early history,
during the years from 1910 to 1915. This $10 coin is a fitting tribute to an
institution famous for striking Australia’s first Sovereign.
Excitement will be high among Collectors this month with the release of
four premier products in the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games
coin program; the unique Kilo coin as well as the bold three coin set
featuring a tri coloured coin, plus two other highly collectible coins
entitled the The City of Sport and the Commonwealth Nations Coin.
The Three Coin Set is looking great and is the perfect addition to
what is already an important and attractive collection. This set
embodies all the important aspects of the Games from the
representation of the winners’ medals to the recognition of
all the nations competing at the event.
I know Melbourne will embrace the City of Sport coin and
hope all Collectors will be taken with its design. Many
staff here, with a discerning and critical eye, have
already ear marked it as a favourite from the range.
Please enjoy this edition of Mint Issue and come
and see us at the Melbourne Agricultural show from
the 15th to the 25th September at the Melbourne
Showgrounds.
Vivienne Thom
Controller
Royal Australian Mint
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coins shown actual size
SPECIAL SEPTEMBER OFFER
2005 $1 Gallipoli Collection
A must have for silver proof coin Collectors and an
opportunity not to be missed
The $5 Silver proof Queen’s Baton Relay Coin has been exceedingly
popular and limited numbers are available as part of this silver
proof special along with the new and impressive $5 Silver Proof
City of Sport Coin.
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Experience the artistry of these two special coins now and be on
the fast track to a great collection with only one purchase.
Nominal Specifications
Denomination
Metal
Mass
Diameter
Finish
Mintage Designer
Queen’s Baton Relay $5
Ag (99.9%)
36.31 g
38.74 mm
Proof
10 000
Peter Soobik
City of Sport $5
Ag (99.9%)
36.31 g
38.74 mm
Proof
10 000
Wojciech Pietranik
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By purchasing this product you are helping to deliver the
greatest Commonwealth Games ever. Enjoy your purchase!
SPECIAL SEPTEMBER OFFER
$5 Silver Proof Collector’s Offer
Melbourne 2006
$5 Silver Proof Coin Special Offer
Price (inc. GST): $130.00 BU 0501
Coins not shown actual size. Offer only available in Australia
$1 Silver Proof Coin and Mintmark coins - C, B, S & M
Start your own or a youngster’s collection for under $50.
The 2005 Mintmark series has certainly been the most popular in
the Mint’s history. You can collect the shining proof version and all
available $1 Mintmark Coins, including the new “M” for Melbourne,
today as part of the 2005 Gallipoli Collection.
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Nominal Specifications
Denomination Metal
Diameter
Finish
Mintage
$1 Silver Proof Fine Silver (99.9%) 11.66 g
25.00 mm
Proof
20 000
Vladimir Gottwald
$1 Mintmarks
25.00 mm
Uncirculated
Unlimited
Vladimir Gottwald
Aluminium Bronze
Mass
9.00 g
Coin not shown actual size. The ‘G’ Mintmark is sold out.
Designer
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2005 Gallipoli Collection
Price (inc GST): $45.00 BU 0502
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$10 Selectively Gold Plated Silver Proof Coin
Sydney Mint Sesquicentenary - 1855 to 2005
While the Royal Australian Mint celebrates its 40th birthday this
year, the Sydney Mint will be blowing out a few more candles on
the cake – 150 to be exact.
Regarded as one of the oldest, classically detailed historic buildings
in Australia, it remains one of Sydney’s most popular attractions,
even though it has not operated as a mint since the 1920s.
Opened in 1855, the Sydney Mint created some of Australia’s
first circulating coins that are today among the most sought
after by collectors.
As Sydney has matured and modernised, the Mint has undergone
several renovations and housed a range of professions and
organisations, including government departments and law courts.
To celebrate the Mint’s 150th birthday, the Royal Australian Mint
is proud to offer a stunning limited edition anniversary coin.
The Sydney Mint Sesquicentenary 1855–2005 $10
Commemorative Coin does the milestone great justice – it is
produced from fine silver and is selectively gold plated on both
the reverse and obverse. The image depicted on the coin is an
artistic impression of the building in the period 1900 to 1910.
The effect is striking and unique, and its limited mintage of only
10 000 means this commemorative coin will be highly sought
after and valued.
Price
(inc GST):
$95.00 801497
Nominal Specifications
Denomination
Metal
Selective Plating
Mass
Diameter
Mintage
$10
Fine Silver (99.9%)
Gold (99.99%)
60.50 g
50.00 mm
10 000
Designer:
Wojciech Pietranik
Coin not shown actual size
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2005 $1 Mintmark Coin
1915 Gallipoli
The Royal Australian Mint has received an almost unprecedented
response to the 2005 $1 Gallipoli Mintmark Coin.
Australian and overseas collectors have been drawn to the coin’s iconic
image of the lone bugler playing the Last Post – an evocative tribute to
the thousands of men and women who have lost their lives defending
Australia’s freedom.
2005 marks the 90th anniversary of the Gallipoli landing, and the
Royal Australian Mint has commemorated it with a coin of strength
and simplicity.
It truly honours the legend of the ANZAC spirit, forged by soldiers from
Australia and New Zealand who fought the battle of their lives with
mateship, pride and courage.
The Royal Australian Mint’s Mintmark Series has been hugely popular,
and its design includes a letter stamped into the face of the coin.
Mintmarks released to date include ‘B’ for Brisbane, ‘C’ for Canberra,
‘S’ for Sydney – and a special ‘G’ for Gallipoli which sold out in 2 weeks.
This month the Royal Australian Mint releases the much anticipated
‘M’ Mintmark Coin – the ‘M’ standing for Melbourne. Don’t miss an
opportunity to complete your collection with this coin or start your
collection with our special offer on page 3.
These coins are finished to an uncirculated standard and come in a
specially designed Gallipoli display card.
Price
(inc GST):
$2.75
800902, 800916, 800849, 800839, 800889
Nominal Specifications
Denomination
Metal
Mass
Diameter
Finish
$1
Aluminium Bronze
9.00 g
25.00 mm
Uncirculated Unlimited
Mintage
Designer
Vladimir Gottwald
Coin not shown actual size.
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M2006 Commonwealth Games Coin
Melbourne 2006 One Kilo
Silver Coin
Secure a truly amazing piece of
Royal Australian Mint history with the
Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games
One Kilo Silver Coin.
This is only the second time the Mint has
released such a coin, and its very limited
mintage means it will be a highly sought
after memento of the Games.
Renowned artist Peter Soobik has designed
the coin crafted from 1kg of 99.9% fine
silver. His design features popular images
from the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth
Games as well as all 16 competing sports
as subgraphics. The obverse features Ian
Rank-Broadley’s effigy of Queen Elizabeth II.
This $30 denomination coin has been
crafted to the exceptionally high standards
of the Royal Australian Mint, and is
encased in a magnificent Jarrah display
box. Each coin comes with a numbered
Certificate of Authenticity.
Melbourne 2006 One Kilo Silver Coin
Price (inc. GST):
By purchasing
this product
you are helping
to deliver
the greatest
Commonwealth
Games ever.
Enjoy your
purchase!
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$880.00 800921
Nominal Specifications
Denomination Metal
Mass
Diameter
Mintage
Designer
$30
1000 g
100.00 mm
500
P. Soobik
Silver 99.9%
Coins not shown actual size. Offer only available in Australia
Program – September 2005
Melbourne 2006 Three Coin Set
This spectacular Three Coin Set is sure to be a jewel
in the crown of the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth
Games Coin Program.
With a mintage of just 2500, it includes the
$5 Uncirculated Coin, the $5 Fine Silver Proof Coin
and the $50 Tri-colour Coin. They combine to perfectly
capture the Games’ theme “United by the Moment”.
The $5 Uncirculated Coin features parts of the Games’
logo, with the image of the Queen’s crown.
The Melbourne landscape flowing along the renowned
Yarra River is the theme for the $5 Silver Proof Coin.
The $50 Tri-colour Proof Coin comprises a gold plated
centre with the Games’ logo, a decorative silver middle
ring and bronze coloured outer ring with images of all
16 sports being contested.
Melbourne 2006 Three Coin Set
Price (inc. GST): $385.00 801490
Nominal Specifications
Denomination Metal
$50
Outer ring - Cu (99.9%)
Intermediate ring - Ag (99.9%)
Centre - Selectively Plated Au (24ct)
Mass
Diameter
Finish
$5
Ag (99.9%)
31.51 g
36.31 g
38.74 mm
38.74 mm
Proof
Proof
$5
Al/Zn/Bronze
20.00 g
38.74 mm
Uncirculated
Designer: Wojciech Pietranik
Mintage: 2500 sets
Coins not shown actual size. Offer only available in Australia
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M2006 Commonwealth Games Coin
Melbourne 2006
City of Sport $5 Silver Proof Coin
Melbourne is famous for many things – especially its
magnificent Yarra River.
It is a fitting tribute to design a coin showcasing this
landscape to commemorate the city’s hosting of the 2006
Commonwealth Games.
The Royal Australian Mint is offering the commemorative City
of Sport $5 Silver Proof Coin, which is also part of the limited
edition Three Coin Set on page 7.
Melbourne 2006 City of Sport $5 Silver Proof Coin
Price (inc. GST):
$68.50 801494
Nominal Specifications
Denomination Metal
$5
Ag (99.9%)
Mass
36.31 g
Diameter
38.74 mm
Finish
Proof
Mintage
10 000
Designer
W. Pietranik
Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Nations
$5 Uncirculated Coin
Another piece in the highly anticipated limited edition
Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games Three Coin set will
also be offered individually.
The $5 uncirculated coin skilfully captures the spirit of
competition with its depiction of key elements of the
Melbourne 2006 Games logo. The image of the Queen’s crown
at the centre of the coin completes the display.
Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Nations $5 Uncirculated Coin
Price (inc. GST):
$12.95 801495
Nominal Specifications
Denomination Metal
$5
Al/Zn/Bronze
Mass
20.00 g
Diameter
38.74 mm
Finish
Uncirculated
Designer
W. Pietranik
Coins not shown actual size. Offer only available in Australia
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Program – September 2005
Melbourne 2006 Uncirculated Coin Collection
By purchasing
this product
you are helping
to deliver
the greatest
Commonwealth
Games ever.
Enjoy your
purchase!
Get into the Games spirit with the 50c Uncirculated Coin Collection
featuring all 16 sports. Sign up for available coins and you will be sent
others as they are released.
Melbourne 2006 Uncirculated Coin Collection
Price (inc. GST): $99.00 800158
(+p&h) that covers deliveries until Jan 2006
All coins in the Melbourne 2006 Uncirculated Collection are
available separately. See order form for listing.
Melbourne 2006 Queen’s Baton Relay
The Queen’s Baton Relay captures the pomp and ceremony of the Games
and the $5 silver proof and uncirculated coins do it justice with a striking
design from Peter Soobik.
$5 Silver Proof Coin
$5 Uncirculated Coin
Price (inc. GST): $68.50 800937
Price (inc. GST): $12.95 800939
2005 Secondary School Student
Coin Design Competition
Victorian high school student Kelly Just has taken her place in Games
history with her 50c coin design combining sports themes with Australian
animals. Available as silver proof and cupro-nickel uncirculated coins.
50c Silver Proof Coin
50c Uncirculated Coin
Price (inc. GST): $66.00 800046
Price (inc. GST) : $4.95 801089
Visit www.ramint.gov.au or call the team on 1300 652 020 for
the nominal specifications of these products.
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2005 Six Coin Gold Set
2005 marks anniversaries in the histories of two of Australia’s
most significant conflicts – Gallipoli and World War II. The
Royal Australian Mint has produced coins to mark these
anniversaries, and has dedicated its 2005 Six Coin Gold Proof
Set to the 60th anniversary of the end of World War II. This
exquisite set is strictly limited to 650 sets and represents the
themes of Peace, Coming Home and Remembrance.
Price
(inc GST):
$3740.00 800970
Nominal Specifications
Denomination
Mass (g)
Diameter (mm)
5c
6.03
19.41
10c
12.14
23.60
Metal: Gold (99.99%)
20c
24.36
28.52
50c
33.63
31.51
$1
21.52
25.00
Finish: Proof
$2
15.88
20.50
Mintage: 650
Coins not shown actual size
2005 Fine Silver Proof Year Set
This solid silver collection carries on the World War II themes of
Peace, Coming Home and Remembrance.
Designers, Wojciech Pietranik and Vladimir Gottwald, have
teamed up to create three unique designs that capture the
emotion and spirit of Australians in the 1940s – from the man
dancing in the streets to celebrate the end of World War II, to
the sombre mood of remembrance. Mintage is set at 6500 and
Price
GST)
stock is(inc
selling
fast.
:
$3740.00
Price (inc800970
GST): $220.00 801610
Nominal Specifications
Denomination
Mass (g)
Diameter (mm)
5c
3.24
19.41
Metal: Fine Silver (99.9%)
Coins not shown actual size
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10c
6.57
23.60
20c
13.36
28.52
Finish: Proof
50c
18.24
31.51
$1
11.66
25.00
$2
8.55
20.50
Mintage: 6500
LIMITED
QUANTITIES
AVAILABLE
Many collectors and coin enthusiasts have fallen in love with the limited mintage
2005 Gold and Silver year sets – and the feelings of Australian pride they evoke.
The Royal Australian Mint has released proof and uncirculated six coin sets that
capture the spirit and essence of Peace, Coming Home and Remembrance – and
mark 60 years since the end of World War II.
This September, discerning collectors like you have just one more opportunity
to share in what has proved to be one of the Royal Australian Mint’s most
popular collections ever.
More and more Australians are now making the effort to ensure the men and
women who gave their lives in service to their country are not forgotten.
This has been seen in swelling attendances at Anzac and VP Day ceremonies
– and in the number of children who now participate in marches proudly wearing
the medals of their grandfathers, great grandfathers and great-great grandfathers.
The Royal Australian Mint wants to carry on this tradition and its 2005 Year Sets,
Proof and Uncirculated, will serve as a continuing reminder of this important
period in Australia’s history.
The Mint’s themes will soon be changing, so don’t delay in securing one of
these treasured sets.
Price (inc GST):
Proof - $80.00 801410
Uncirculated - $23.50 801540
Nominal Specifications
Metal
Denomination
Mass (g)
Diameter (mm)
Cupro Nickel
5c
10c
2.83
5.65
19.41
23.60
20c
11.30
28.52
50c
15.55
31.51
Aluminium Bronze
$1
$2
9.00
6.60
25.00
20.50
Coins not shown actual size
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2005 Wedding Coin Collection
Gem Uncirculated
Tired of trotting out the same old linen or glasses as a wedding
present, or trudging for hours trying to find something original?
Take a look at the Royal Australian Mint’s Wedding Coin Collection
– you won’t even have to walk into a shop.
The set features luxury gem uncirculated finish coins and includes
a blank plaque for you to engrave your own personal message.
Nominal Specifications
Metal
Denomination
Mass (g)
Diameter (mm)
Finish
Cupro Nickel
5c
10c
2.83
5.65
19.41
23.60
Gem Uncirculated
20c
11.30
28.52
50c
15.55
31.51
Aluminium Bronze
$1
$2
9.00
6.60
25.00
20.50
2005 Baby Coin Sets
Proof and uncirculated sets
The Royal Australian Mint’s Baby Coin Set is popular for people
seeking a gift that is traditional yet unique. The sets are
available in proof or uncirculated versions and feature three
commemorative coins that mark the 60th anniversary of the end
of World War II.
Price (inc GST):
Proof - $95.00 801409
Uncirculated - $30.50 801541
Nominal Specifications: See 2005 Year Set
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Price (inc GST):
Gem Uncirculated $77.00 801130
Gold Coin Series – Rare Birds
2005 Malleefowl
The second release in the Royal Australian Mint’s Rare Birds Series
pays tribute to one of the world’s most hard working Australian birds,
the Malleefowl. The hen-like bird faces an uncertain future, but will
be immortalised on these beautifully crafted coins. The $150 Gold
Proof version is 1/3 troy oz, while the $200 Gold Proof version is
1/2 troy oz. Mintage is limited to 2500 for each.
Nominal Specifications
Denomination Metal
$150
24 ct Gold
$200
24 ct Gold
Mass
1/3 Troy oz
1/2 Troy oz
Diameter
25.00 mm
30.00 mm
Finish
Proof
Proof
Mintage
2 500
2 500
Price (inc GST):
$650.00 800068
Designer
Wojciech Pietranik
Wojciech Pietranik
Price (inc GST):
$450.00 800065
Note: within this mintage a limited quantity of coins were released in the three coin display case.
Coins not shown actual size
The Fiordland Crested Penguin
New Zealand proof and uncirculated coins
On offer for the last time to Royal Australian Mint Customers
are the New Zealand coins featuring the endangered Fiordland
Crested Penguin. These coins are available separately as a 99.9%
silver proof coin and in a cupro-nickel uncirculated finish. The
proof coin is also available as part of the 2005 seven coin Year Set.
Nominal Specifications
Metal
Cupro
Nickel
Denomination 5c
Mass (g)
2.83
Diameter (mm) 19.43
Aluminium
Bronze
10c
5.66
23.62
20c
11.31
28.58
50c
13.61
31.75
$1
8.00
23.00
Fine Silver Cupro Nickel
(proof) (unc)
$2
10.00
26.50
$5
28.28
38.74
$5
27.22
38.74
Coin not shown actual size. Uncirculated Year Set is sold out.
Price (inc GST): $5 Proof Coin - $80.00
Proof Set - $121.00
802010,
802014
$5 Uncirculated Coin - $25.00
802024
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2005 Selectively Gold Plated Silver Kangaroo
The Red Kangaroo has been captured here in exquisite detail by
Royal Australian Mint designer Wojciech Pietranik.
This remarkable piece features the grace, power and beauty of
the ‘Big Red’. Selectively plated in pure gold and incorporating a
detailed Southern Cross design, this coin is a precious reminder
of the beauty of Australia’s fauna and a stunning example of the
high production standards of the Royal Australian Mint.
Price
(inc GST):
$74.50 800708
Nominal Specifications
Denomination
Metal
Selective Plating
Mass
Diameter
$1
Fine Silver (99.9%)
Gold (99.99%)
1 Troy oz
40.00 mm 12 500
Mintage
Designer:
Wojciech Pietranik
Coin not shown actual size
2005 $1 Silver Kangaroo
$1 proof and frosted uncirculated coins
The Royal Australian Mint kangaroo coins continue to receive
favourable comments from Australia and the world over.
The proof coin is magnificently packaged and is accompanied
by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity verifying this limited
mintage coin. The frosted uncirculated coin is housed in an
attractive display card format well known and appreciated by
collectors of esteemed Royal Australian Mint products.
Nominal Specifications
Denomination Metal
Mass
Diameter
Finish
Mintage
$1
Fine Silver (99.9%)
1 Troy oz
40.00 mm
Proof
12 500
$1
Fine Silver (99.9%)
1 Troy oz
40.00 mm
Frosted Uncirculated Unlimited
Designer
Wojciech Pietranik
Coins shown actual size
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Price (inc GST):
Proof - $54.00 800719
Frunc - $24.60 800705
Australian Currency Notes
This Mint Issue we are pleased to offer the first prefix
and standard uncirculated $50 notes from the 2004
print run. These notes have a Macfarlane / Henry
signature combination, and they are the only
denomination printed in 2004.
The Reserve Bank makes available to collectors first and
last prefix notes from general circulation print runs for
all denominations printed in a year. These notes attract
a small premium above face value and GST is payable.
Standard uncirculated notes are also available (at face
value) and these are intended to satisfy demand for
new notes where the serial number prefix is not critical.
The Mint does not supply specific or consecutive serial
numbers, be they numismatic or standard uncirculated.
For details of the notes that are available to order, their
prices and how to order them, please see the separate
order form enclosed with this Mint Issue.
For general information about currency notes please visit
the RBA’s website on www.rba.gov.au/currencynotes.
If you have any questions about currency notes that
cannot be answered after visiting the RBA’s website, you
can speak directly to the RBA in Sydney on 1800 633 220
(Monday to Friday).
Off the Presses
• Ordering on line is an easy and convenient way to place orders
for your coins. Our website is available 24 hours,
7 days a week, 365 days a year. You can browse all products
available for sale on www.ramint.gov.au and can research
those products that have sold out and closed.
• The Mint recently attended the American Numismatic
Association event in San Francisco showing the world the
quality of our products and the Selectively Gold Plated Silver
Kangaroo was our most popular coin.
• The popularity of the 2005 Silver Kangaroo series has been
exceptional and anticipation is already building to see the
2006 designs. Limited numbers of the 2005 series are still
available so order now.
• Also available on-line are Mint promotional items, numismatic
accessories and selected Australian souvenirs. Visit EBOUTIQUE
via the Royal Australian website or direct at
www.eboutique.ramint.gov.au.
• The Royal Australian Mint will be attending the Melbourne
Royal Agricultural Show from the 15th to the 25th of
September and will be pressing the ‘M’ mintmark on site.
Come down and say hello and see all of our wonderful
products at the show. For more on the Mint stand at the
show please call our call centre.
• To ensure you keep receiving Mint Issue please advise the
Call Centre of any changes to your mailing address. This is
especially important if you have not made a purchase from the
Mint in the last 15 months.
• It’s Floriade time in Canberra again and the Royal Australian
Mint will be open seven days a week. Come and see us during
your trip. Don’t forget you can collect your orders from the
shop if you will be in town - talk to the call centre today.
• Don’t forget....www.ramint.gov.au is a great resource to find
answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about
the Mint and our products. If you cannot find what you need
on the site contact the Call Centre or send us an e-mail on
[email protected] and we will do our best to help you out.
• We always love to hear about your history and experience
of coin collecting so please keep your letters coming! Your
feedback helps us to continue producing designs and
products you love.
To assist you with the payment of your order ask our Call Centre staff about the
Mint's periodic payment option.
Contact details:
Tel:
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(cost of local call Australia-wide)
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© Commonwealth of Australia 2005
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