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The Leading Journal of Coins and Collectables
Mid November
2012
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Just 150 coins
in Australia!
STRUCK FROM
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A KILO
OF .999 SILVER!
Ø 100.60mm
The showpiece of the Perth Mint’s annual
Lunar
Lun Silver Coin Program, the gargantuan
2013
201 $30 Year of the Snake Colour Kilo Silver
Proof
Pro is now available! With only 500 coins
struck,
however, and a mere 150 retained on
str
Australian
shores, this giant of Australian
Au
numismatics
won’t be around for long!
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Crafted
from a massive KILO of pure,
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prestigious
.999 silver, and measuring an
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expansive
100.60mm in diameter, the 2013
ex
$30
$3 Year of the Snake Colour Kilo Silver Proof
is among
the world’s largest legal tender
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issues.
Beyond its imposing dimensions,
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this breathtaking Australian legal tender coin
notable for the spellbinding application of
is no
full-colour. An exquisite work of precious metal
full-co
minting, the Perth Mint’s full-colour signature Year
mintin
Snake design is perfectly accommodated by
of the S
enormous 100.60mm diameter flan.
the enorm
An immens
immensely prestigious acquisition for any collector,
there is no doubt
that the 2013 $30 Year of the Snake
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Colour Kilo Silver
Silv Proof will catch the eye of those seeking
coins defined by the
t most exclusive limited availability. The
Perth Mint has set the
th mintage at an astonishingly low 500, with
350 of those coins immediately
dispatched to the European market!
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With only 150 coins a
available in Australia, and Downies allocation
strictly limited, you w
will have to strike with the speed of the cobra
to secure this collectable
colossus.
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Amazingly exclusive – just 500 coins issued worldwide!
Struck from a massive KILO of .999 fine silver! That’s
over 32 troy o
ounces!
Measures a whopping 100.60mm in
diameter – and a huge 14.60mm in
width!
Australian legal tender of $30 – superbly
enhanced with full-colour!
Set in an official Perth Mint case with a
numbered Certificate of Authenticity
Available at
the Perth
Mint’s Official
Issue Price
A$
2,050
2013 $30 YEAR OF
THE SNAKE COLOUR
KILO SILVER PROOF
Official Issue Price
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The 1788 FIRST FLEET
Rarely offered...
The
DEPARTURE
Travelling from Portsmouth in
England to Britain’s new colonial
possession in what was then
known as New South Wales, the
voyage of the First Fleet under
Captain Arthur Phillip is one of
the most important events in the
history of the Australian nation.
Between December 1786 and
March 1787, the eleven ships of the
First Fleet – comprising two naval
escorts, six convict transports
and three storeships – assembled
at the Motherbank, a sheltered
anchorage off the Isle of Wight
near Portsmouth. Here, those
ships that had not already loaded
on the Thames or at Plymouth
took on stores, marine guards
and convicts. On 2 March 1786,
over 200 convicts were brought
overland to Point Beach, a landing
near the entrance of Portsmouth
Harbour.
A gale prevented authorities from
taking the convicts out to the
ships, so they were accommodated
on board HMS Gorgon at anchor
across the harbour entrance. A
few days later, the weather had
improved enough for large barges
to take the convicts out to the
Motherbank. In all about 800 male
and female convicts and nearly
260 marines with their wives and
children boarded the ships bound
for Botany Bay.
The first RAM-NPA
-NPA joint project, the 1988
Bicentennial Coin & Note Album forms a magnificent
keepsake of Australia’s bicentenary.
Housed in an informative, official folder and slipcase, this limited
edition six-piece set (20,000 issued) features Australia’s last
$2 note (bearing LQG Last Prefix), the scarce Johnston/Fraser
Gothic $5 and the world’s first $10 polymer note – all in Unc.
1988 BICENTENNIAL
These vital types are united with Australia’s first $2 coin, first $5 COIN & NOTE ALBUM
coin and Bicentennial Tall Ships $10 – all struck to Proof quality.
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A$
165
Just two sets in stock!
Australia’s first and only ‘jigsaw
puzzle’ legal tender set,
comprising 5oz of .999 silver,
the 1,500-set mintage of
Fle tribute
this First Fleet
sold out a
at the Perth
Mint in record time.
Rarel offered and
Rarely
near tripling
nearly
in vvalue from
Off
Official
Issue
Price the set
Price,
features 12 interlocking
34 89mm 1/
34.89mm
1/3oz .999
silver Proof medallions. Surrounding
c
a 40.60mm .999 silver colour
Proof,
eleven of the medallions depict a
different ship from the Fi
First Fleet,
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a compass
with the 12th portraying
outhern Cross. Set
and the So
Southern
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Certificate, we
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have
sets in stock.
The Fleet set sail eastwards to
work around the Isle of Wight but
the breeze fell away, compelling
them to remain at anchor at
Spithead and the Motherbank.
On 13 May 1787, with a full
complement of about 1,500 souls,
the Fleet enjoyed a favourable
easterly breeze, and sailed
westward into the English Channel
and on to the open sea.
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Thus commenced one of the
largest fleet operations and
greatest single migration
movements of the time.
2008 $1 FIRST FLEET
2
1788 JIGSAW
SILVER PROOF SET
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– FOUNDERS OF AUSTRALIA
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Bound for Botany Bay
With this subject so close to the hearts of all Australians, it
will come as no surprise that demand has been very strong.
With the 4-coin program to be released at the convenient
and affordable rate of one coin per month, with the second
coin set to be unveiled in December, this is a crucial
opportunity to start building a collection of immense quality,
fantastic collector value and compelling Australian history.
The first coin of the 2013 $1 First Fleet Silver Series
Struck to Proof quality from 25g of sterling silver
Taken from a worldwide limited edition of just 5,000
Official legal tender
– measures 40mm in
diameter
Set in a timber case within
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a superbly illustrated outer
FIRST FLEET
box
– THE DEPARTURE
Complete with a numbered
SILVER PROOF
Certificate of Authenticity
Celebrating one of the most important moments in the
history of modern Australia, the first coin of the 2013 $1
First Fleet Silver Series has proved predictably popular
with collector and non-collector alike.
Outstanding value-for-money for a crown-sized Silver Proof
at less than A$100, the first coin of this inspiring 4-coin
program pays homage to the departure of the ‘Founders of
Australia’ from Portsmouth in the south of England in 1787.
Struck to the finest possible quality from 25g of precious,
lustrous sterling silver, this unique 40mm legal tender coin
is dominated by a striking full-colour portrayal of one of the
key figures of early Australian history – commander of the
First Fleet, Captain Arthur Phillip.
Beautifully presented within a plush timber case in a
superbly illustrated outer – as with each release in this
magnificent 4-coin program – the 2013 $1 First Fleet Silver
The Departure Silver Proof is accompanied by a Certificate
of Authenticity. That Certificate confirms that this stunning
precious metal Proof is as exclusive as it is eye-catching.
The limited edition has been set at just 5,000!
A$
99
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FULL-COLOUR FRENZY!
Featuring the first Australian
enhanced with
20c coin e
full-colour, the Royal
tra ian Mint’s 2013
Austral
Mint Set has naturally
sparked frenzied
de and.
dem
A triumph of the
m er’s art, Australia’s
mint
Pl ypus 20c looks
Plat
se sational enhanced
sen
wi
with a splash of
ful
full-colour. One of
Stuart Devlin’s finest
Stu
coin motifs, first seen
nearly 50 years ago at the
dawn of the decimal era, the
exq isite state-of-theRAM’s exqu
m ing techniques
art full-colour mint
life into this iconic
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have breathed new
ign.
des
age
coin
Australian
Created with a hyper-metallic
be
selective print process, it should
the
only
not
is
is
this
that
sed
emphasi
first full-colour 20c to appear in a
Mint Set – it is the first full-colour
20c ever issued by the RAM! With
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this in mind, it is no
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this groundbreaking
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subject of overwhelming
demand.
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Complete with a FRE
Platypus Booklet, this
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an
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revolutionary Australi
coin is united with the
nd $2
5c, 10c, 50c, $1 and
within an official pack –
ck
uck
with each coin stru
to the sharpest of
BU quality.
Buy
either the
2013 Mint
Set or 2013
Proof Set
and receive a
FREE historical
Platypus
Booklet worth
A$14.95. Buy
both and get TWO
Platypus Booklets
PLUS a FREE 193756 Zoological Stamp
Set valued at A$5.95!
A$
3250
2013 MINT SET
W/FREE PLATYPUS
BOOKLET
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THE PERFECT PARTNER!
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If you are interested in the
Royal Australian Mint’s 2013
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Mint Set, and the spectacular
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full-colour 20c, then the 2012
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Mint Set is simply a must-have.
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Comprising six flawlessly
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struck BU coins (5c-$2) within
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an official pack, the 2012 Mint
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Set sent shockwaves through
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the collector community due to
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the presence of the sensational
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full-colour Coat of Arms 50c.
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The first Mint Set featuring a
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full-colour coin, and naturally
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the subject of overwhelming
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demand when unveiled earlier
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this year, the 2012 Mint Set is
the compulsory complement
to the presentation offered
above.
With the mintage now closed
at the RAM, don’t miss
the chance to secure this
groundbreaking collection at
Official Issue Price!
A$
3250
2012 MINT SET
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A FEAST FOR THE EYES IN GO
LD!
A$
130
2013 PROOF SET
W/FREE PLATYPUS
BOOKLET
KC9 68
A$
16250
2013 PROOF & MINT
SET PAIR W/FREE
1937-56 ZOOLOGICAL
STAMPS FINE USED
KC969
Headlined by Australia’s very
first selectively gold-plated
20c coin, the Royal Australian
Mint’s spellbinding 2013
Proof Set has caught the eye
of collectors worldwide.
A typically impressive RAM
release, demand for this set is
no doubt due to the traditional
qualities of the series – the
Australian legal tender status,
the exquisite Proof strike and
the colourful, official packaging.
Importantly, interest in the 2013
Proof Set has been
heightened by one
particular characteristic
– the presence of the first
selectively gold-plated 20c
coin to appear in this
key annual
issue.
First seen in
1966, Stuart Devlin’s
iconic Platypus 20c is
one of Australia’s finest coin
designs. Struck to Proof
quality, and finished
in the world’s
favourite precious
metal, this iconic
Australian motif
has never looked
better. United
with the 5c, 10c,
50c, $1 and $2
in an acrylic case,
set within an official
leather wallet, this
highly original coin will
ensure that the 2013 Proof
Set will be hotly pursued
both in the short and
the long-term.
Order today, and
enjoy HALF PRICE
postage and
receive a FREE
platypus booklet!
STILL AT OFFICIAL ISSUE PRICE!
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The perfect partner to
the 2013 Proof Set, the
opportunity to secure the
2012 Proof Set at Official
Issue Price must be grasped
with both hands. With the
mintage now closed at the
Royal Australian Mint, it’s an
opportunity that won’t last
for long!
Headlined by the first goldplated 50c included in an
Australian Proof Set, this
prestigious presentation
has been among the most
popular of this long-running
series. United with the five
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other standard circulating
denominations – all crafted
to the most flawless of
Proof quality – each official
Australian legal tender
collection is beautifully
presented within a lavish
RAM case.
A$
130
2012 PROOF SET
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Original, historic and genuine…
WWI & WWII Military Medals!
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Outstanding
value-for-money for such an authentic
slice of Australian history, Downies is delighted to
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present to our clients these official, historic, genuine
p
Service Medal Trios from both World War I and
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World War II.
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THE WWI SERVICE MEDAL TRIO
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1914-15 Star Medal
– ffor troops serving
in New Guinea, Egypt
and Gallipoli
1914-18 War Medal
– ffor service to the
Empire in the
Great War
Victory Medal
1914-19 V
– distinctive tribute to
the Allied triumph
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Offering
an unusual opportunity to establish a close
connection with the soldiers of the 1914-18 Great
c
War, the WWI Service Medal Trio comprises the British
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Empire 1914-18 War Medal, the 1914-19 Victory Medal
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and the 1914-15 Star. The last mentioned is inextricably
a
llinked with the Anzac Legend, as it was only awarded
tto those serving before 31 December 1915, including
Gallipoli veterans. Indeed, this medal became so
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identifiable with Australia’s
Baptism of Fire that it was
1914-1918 WWI
commonly referred to as
SERVICE MEDAL TRIO
the ‘Gallipoli Star’!
A$
275
KT376
THE WWII SERVICE MEDAL TRIO
An authentic remembrance of the sacrifice of those
serving in World War II, this trio of official Service Medals
comprises the British Empire 1939-45 War Medal,
1939-45 Star and 1939-45 Defence Medal. An essential
acquisition for the collector, the historian or the military
buff – especially at Downies astonishingly affordable
price of just A$149 for the set of three – these original
World War II Service Medals are peerless reminders
of the British Empire’s war against fascism during the
second global conflict of the 20th century.
No matter whether you choose the World War I Service
Medal Trio or World War II Service Medal Trio – or both
at a saving of A$26! – each medal is complete with
the correct ribbon and is guaranteed as genuine by
Downies.
1939-45 War Medal
1939-45
dal
1939-45 Star Medal
193
al
1939
9-45 Defence Medal
– awarded to all
– for 6-month operational – for non-operational
Australians serving
service in a variety of
service in defence of
in WWII
theatres
Australia
1939-1945 WWII
SERVICE MEDAL TRIO
A$
149
KT590
1914-1918 WWI &
1939-1945 WWII SERVICE
MEDAL COLLECTION
A$
398
KC980
First time offer!
Never before offered by
Downies, we have just secured
a small batch of the 1939-45
Atlantic Star Campaign Medal!
Largely bestowed upon
personnel of the Royal Australian
Navy, the Merchant Navy and
the RAAF, the 1939-45 Atlantic
Star was awarded to all British
Empire Forces for six months
service in the Atlantic, and
for personnel employed with
the convoys to North Russia.
Guaranteed as genuine, and
surprisingly affordable, each
official British Empire Campaign
Medal is complete with the
correct ribbon.
The 1939-45 Atlantic Star
is available individually, as
is a wide array of authentic
Campaign Medals, including the
1939-45 Africa Star, 1939-45
France & Germany Star, 1939-45
Burma Star, 1939-45 Italy Star
and the 1939-45 Pacific Star.
A fantastic opportunity, buy all
six official, genuine Campaign
Medals and SAVE a massive
A$80!
1939-45 WWII
ATLANTIC STAR MEDAL
A$
135
AU122
1939-45 WWII
STAR MEDAL
COLLECTION
A$
535
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Remembrance Day 2012
‘The
SACRIFICE
of
shed blood…’
First of its kind…
The blood-red
poppy…
Inspiring overwhelming
demand following
significant nationwide
A unique tribute to Australia’s falle
publicity,
n
heroes, and the perfect partner
Australia’s first
to
Australia’s first $2 commemorat
A
commemorative
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ive,
tthe 2011 $5 Remembrance Day
$2 – and first
BU
iis defined by spellbinding full-colo
full-colour $2! –
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an unusual scalloped appearance
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is undoubtedly
and outstanding value-for-money.
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one of the
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Measuring 38.74mm in diameter
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most important
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dominated by a stunning full-colo
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Australian legal
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plants
poppy design, this official Australi
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tender issues off
an
legal tender coin is set within an
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to spring
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official RAM
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from the
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shattered
honour all who
reach of all
re
battlefields of
have fought for
Australians
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nor thern France and
Australia’s freedom, this
at less than
Belgium, the blood red
key 20.62mm $2
2 type is
A$3
A
0!
high
lighted by a bloodpoppy has long been
red poppy design – the
considered the key
first time a $2 coin has
symbol for Remembrance
bee
n enhanced with fullDay – the annual
colour! Also featuring the
commemoration of the
RAM’s C Mintmark, the
Armistice declared on
words ‘Lest We Forget’
November the 11th 1918
and ‘Remembrance Day’ are
that brought an end to
inscribed in the field behind the
hostilities in WWI.
full-colour poppy.
A
poignant military tribute,
Symbolising ‘the
representing a major
sacrifice of shed blood’,
landmark in Australian
with military folklore
2012 $2 REM EMB RAN CE DAY
DA
numismatic history, the
proclaiming that the vivid
‘C’ MINTMA RK UNC
2012 $2 Remembrance Day
2011 $5 REM EMB RAN CE DAY
Offi cial Issu e Pric e
red hues of the poppy
SCA LLOPED AL-Z N-B R UNC
C Mintmark Unc is set in an
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were produced by the
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official pack.
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95
blood of their comrades
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soaking into the ground,
the poppy has become
the most powerful symboll
of Remembrance Day.
This is in par t due to the
Struck by Britain’s Royal Mint, the
2012
An everlasting
£5 Remembrance Day BU and 201
poem ‘In Flanders fields’,
2 £5
Remembrance
Remembrance Day Silver Proof
written at the Battle of
are distinctive,
Day tribute,
memorable tributes to those lost
Ypres in France in 1915
in war.
the 38.61mm
Very popular, as with all military com
by Canada’s Lieutenant
memoratives, 28.28g sterling
there is no doubt that demand has
Colonel John McCrae.
silver Proof
been driven
by the qualility of the design.
is set in
Beyond its importance
an official
Capturin
turi g the poppy’s
in commemorating the
case with a
dramatic hues
fallen, and symbolising
Cer tificate
perfectly, the fullthe sacrifice of all those
confirming
colo
col ur motif found
who have fought in
the mintage
on each official
war, the poppy quickly
of 3,000, with
lega
leg l tender issue
the 38.61mm
has
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became synonymous
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with helping the living
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as well. The forerunner
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diffe
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to the RSL first sold
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shadess and colours
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onto the coin
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families as far back as
REMEMB
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RAN CE DAY POPPY
1921, and this tradition
ALD ERN EY 2012 £5
SILV ER PROOF
has grown stronger with
REM EMB RANCE DAY POPPY
A$
BU
every passing year.
A$
95
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Official British Royal Mint tributes…
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Honouring Australia’s ‘Flying Fighters’…
One of Downies most popular Australian
ian
ent
military commemorative offers in recent
years, we are delighted to announce
that we now have fresh stock of the
historic Airman’s Code Set.
A stylish, impressive tribute to the Royal
1
Australian Air Force – established in 1921
and thus the second oldest Air Force in
the world – this stunning presentation
pays homage to the RAAF’s ‘Airman’s
ed
Code’. The Airman’s Code was introduced
h
by the RAAF to provide its personnel with
a tangible expression of the principles
of the organisation. Underpinned by the
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RAAF’s rich history, the Code encapsulates
the pride of all RAAF personnel in their
commitment to the Australian nation.
Capturing the essence of this important
statement of beliefs, and representing the
proud history and vital future role of the
RAAF, the Airman’s Code Set is headlined
by a 50mm silver-plated brass Proof
medallion depicting an Airco DH.9A and
a F/A-18F Super Hornet, with a line from
the Airman’s Code upon the obverse. A
fine complement, the set also comprises
two superb recreations of RAAF insignia –
one featuring the Tudor Crown (employed
when the monarch is a King), one featuring
St Edward’s Crown (used when a Queen is
on the throne).
Outstanding value-for-money at less
than A$90, the complete collection is
set within a timber case adorned with
AIRMAN’S CODE
an RAAF badge with the full text of
SET
the Airman’s Code inscribed on the
inside of the lid.
AT567
A$
8990
More than a century of Australian history…
Historic, beautifully presented and excellent
value-for-money, the History of the Rising Sun
Badge Collection forms an inspiring tribute
to one of Australia’s first and most important
national emblems.
An integral part of Australia’s ‘digger
tradition’, the Rising Sun Badge originated
in the aftermath of Federation, when a
unifying national symbol was required for
the Australian troops setting off for the Boer
war in South Africa in 1902. Proudly worn by
Australian soldiers for more than a century
since, there have been seven different
versions of this famous insignia – all of which
are represented in this collection!
Comprising accurate, full-size die-cast
recreations of the seven Rising Sun Badge
types worn since 1902, this set symbolises
an imperative element of
Australia’s history as a nation.
Housed in a handsome timber
case, this stirring piece of
THE HIST
HISTORY OF THE Australian military history is
RISING SUN BADGE
within your reach at an average
COLLECTION (7)
price of A$14 per badge.
A$
98
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PERTH MINT SETS FEATHERS FLYING!
High Relief Heaven!
The beloved Budgie…
A coin
oin of inspiring originality, strictly limited
mited availability
and impeccable presentation, the Perth Mint’s
2012 $1 Kookaburra High Relief 1oz Silver Proof
has commanded worldwide attention due to the
extraordinary depth and detail of the designs.
Whilst part of a High Relief minting tradition that stretches
back centuries, this coin is the very first Silver Kookaburra
struck to this exceptional standard. Twice as thick as a
normal 1oz Silver Proof, with the planchet a chunky 6mm
in width, the difference between a standard strike and a
High Relief strike is crystal clear when you see this unique
.999 fine Australian legal tender type firsthand. The detail
and depth in the designs is simply
breathtaking.
Deserving a place in every
Australian collection, each
32.60mm 2012 $1 Kookaburra
2012 $1
High Relief 1oz Silver Proof is
KOOKABURRA
set in a Perth Mint case with
HIGH RELIEF
a Certificate of Authenticity
1oz SILVER PROOF
confirming the worldwide mintage
of just 10,000.
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parrot the
ttle pet parrot,
g Australia’s favourite little
ating
lebratin
Celebr
beloved budgerigar, the second issue of the Perth
Mint’s Birds of Australia Series is proving just as
popular as the first!
A delightful, small parrot, found in the wide open spaces
of inland Australia and highly popular as a pet, the humble
budgie forms the perfect subject for the Mint’s worldrenowned full-colour minting techniques. Contrasting
beautifully with the sparkling .999 fine silver surface of
the near crown-sized 36.60mm flan, the budgie’s familiar
green and yellow hues have been captured perfectly by the
craftsmen at the Mint.
A must-have for those seeking to
assemble this affordable 5-coin
series, each .999 fine silver
Australian legal tender coin is
housed in an official case with
2013 50c
a Certificate of Authenticity.
LIA
BIRDS OF AUSTRA
Individually numbered, that
BUDGERIGAR
1/2oz SILVER PROOF Certificate attests to the exclusive
nature of the 2013 50c Budgie 1/2oz
Silver Proof. Just 10,000 coins have
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been struck!
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A$
6750
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ALSO AVAILABLE
A$
6750
A$
1995
2013 50c
BIRDS OF AUSTRALIA
RED-TAILED
BLACK COCKATOO
SILVER PROOF
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Issue Price
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A powerful
Icon of the ice…
New from the Zoo!
Th very first PNC release to
The
feature a coin from the RAM’s
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Inspirational Australians $1 Series,
s,
this handsome presentation
celebrates
on celebrate
tess
the life and work of one of th
the greatt
icons of Australian exploration – Sir
Douglas Mawson.
Headlined by the RAM’s ‘not-issued-forcirculation’ 25mm Al-Br Australian legal
tender coin, the 2012 $1 Mawson
PNC also features three official
Australian Antarctic Territory
2012 $1 INSPIRATIONAL
stamps. Set upon a superbly
AUSTRALIANS
illustrated official envelope, the
SIR DOUGLAS MAWSON
two $1.20 stamps and single
PNC
60c stamp celebrate the 1911-14
Australasian Antarctic Expedition –
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one of the key events in the Heroic
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Age of Antarctic Exploration.
One of the most visually striking PNCs we
have offered in recent times, this brilliantly
illustrated Melbourne Zoo 150th anniversary
tribute is simply a must-have for the thousands of serious
Australian PNC collectors.
The first coin from the RAM’s 2012 $1 Animals of the Zoo
Series to be included in an Australia Post PNC, this unique
release is highlighted by the 25mm
Australian legal tender 2012 $1
2012 $1
Sumatran Tiger Al-Br Unc. Not to
AUSTRALIAN ZOOS
be issued for circulation, this oneSUMATRAN TIGER
year-only type is united with an
PNC
official Australian 60c stamp bearing
a beautiful photo of the majestic
A$
95
Sumatran Tiger – plus a special First
AU083
Day of Issue tiger postmark!
15
15
Volunteer Value!
From the
Gold Rush on…
With co-operative business models forming a fundamental
element of Australia’s socio-economic landscape from
the time of the 1850s Gold
d Rush, the
2012 $1 International Yearr of
Co-Operatives PNC has
relevance to every Australian.
lian.
Moreover, as this unique
official Australia Post PNC
C
release is headlined by
a one-year-only $1 type
from the Royal Australian
Mint, it is of particular
relevance to the serious
decimal collector. Not to
be issued for circulation, and
never found in change, this
s
official PNC is a crucial acquisition
cquisition
for those attempting to keep
ep their
collections
ons
2012 $1
complete!
e!
Australian
heavily
With A
t li society
i t so h
il underpinned
d rpinned by the
volunteer ethic, it will come as no great shock that the 2011
20c Volunteers PNC has proved to be among the most
popular PNCs offered by Downies in recent times.
Featuring the Royal Australian Mint’s beautifully designed,
highly symbolic 2011 International Year of Volunteers 20c Unc,
each PNC also comprises a 60c stamp united with a Year
of Volunteers Cinderella. Whether to
2011 20c
honour Australia’s many volunteers,
VOLUNTEERS PNC
or to secure a pristine Uncirculated
example of the RAM’s unique, oneA$
95
year-only 20c, this poignant PNC is a
must-have at just A$15.95.
AT314
INTERNATIONAL
YEAR OF
CO-OPERATIVES
PNC
A$
95
15
19
AT465
10
plethora of PNCs!
The race is on!
2013 50c BATHURST
PNC
A$
95
19
Grace and poise…
A must-ha
must-have for car fanatics
and
PNC collectors alike, this
an PN
superbly
presented PNC
supe
su
forms
ffo
orm a cracking tribute
to
to the
t 50th anniversary
of
o Australia’s greatest
endurance
race – the
en
Bathurst
1000.
Ba
Whilst
the RAM’s unique,
Wh
‘not-issued-for-circulation’
‘no
not
Australian
legal tender
Aust
Au
50c
type will attract great
50c ty
50
attention,
demand for this
attent
atte
at
new
ne
n
ew PNC will be driven by the
quality
qua
ali of the presentation
–a
and the set of four eyecatching
stamps. Graced
cat
with
wit a striking depiction
of
of Mount Panorama, the
official
envelope
off
p carries a
60c
60 stamp
stam depicting
the
Bathurst track,
the B
united
un
u
nit with three
60c
60
6
0c stamps
portraying
po
winners
of
win
Australia’s
most
Aus
famous
car race.
fa
am
As balanced and graceful as
any of the dancers who have
performed in the Australian Ballet
allet
over its first 50 years, this captivating PNC
C from Australia Post
forms the perfect way to secure a lasting keepsake of this
important anniversary milestone.
Distinguished by the presence of the Royal Australian Mint’s
superb one-year-only Australian legal tender 50c – a coin that
will not be issued for circulation and
2012 50c BALLET
never found in change – each PNC
PNC
also features an official Australia Post
60c stamp, set upon a beautifully
A$
95
illustrated official envelope. Irresistible
value-for-money at less than A$20!
AU182
19
AU183
Ace release a
smash hit!
Two-in-one!
Sure to be highly sought after by
tennis fans and PNC collectors
s
alike, this official tribute to
the 100th Australian Open
is simply a compulsory
acquisition for decimal coin
collectors.
Previously only
c
available
individually, the
a
two
25mm Al-Br Australian
t
legal
tender coins found in thiss
l
pack
have not been issued for
p
circulation
and are a must-have
c
e for
anyone
keen to maintain a complete
a
mplete
collection!
c
Proving to be one of the most popula
popularr
recent PNC issues, this exclusive tribute to
the Australian Open 100th
th Men’s Champion has been a
smash hit with sports fans and collectors alike! Featuring an
official Australia Post 60c stamp united with an Australian
Open Cinderella, this unique PNC is headlined by the RAM’s
crown-sized 38.74mm Australian legal tender Al-Zn-Br $5
Australian Open BU. An extremely
2012 $5 AUSTRALIAN
exclusive collectable release, with
OPEN 100th MEN’S
the limited edition restricted to a
CHAMPION PNC
mere 10,000, we have very few of this
A$
95
memorable sporting commemorative
AT466
remaining in stock.
2012 $1 AUSTRALIAN
OPEN READY PLAY
PNC
A$
95
39
29
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ARMAGEDDON! It’s the end
The site of Armageddon!
Tiny worldwide mintage
just 2,800!
A$
159
Official, historic and, like all Israel issues, unbelievably
exclusive, we are delighted to have received an
allocation of these twin tributes to Tel Megiddo –
the site of Armageddon!
Available as a 30mm 16.96g 22-carat Gold
Proof and a 38.70mm 28.8g sterling silver
Proof, these official legal tender issues
from the Holy Land Mint celebrate one of
Israel’s most impressive, most important
archaeological sites. Containing the remains
of over 30 different cities, spanning more
than 4,000 years, excavations of Tel Megiddo
have revealed the most astonishing
wealth of archaeological information
– including the discovery of the
elaborate aqueduct depicted upon
the reverse of each coin.
Listed by UNESCO as a
World Heritage Site in
2005, Tel Megiddo
was referred to in the
Book of Revelation
as Armageddon – the
site of the final battle
between the forces of good
and evil!
ISRAEL 2012 2NIS
ARMAGEDDON 28.8g
SILVER PROOF
AU211
Rarely offered gold
Astonishingly exclusive!
Just 555 struck!
A$
1,995
ISRAEL 2012 10NIS
ARMAGEDDON
1/2oz GOLD PROOF
AU212
Measures a massive 65mm!
you to add some
A golden opportunity for
your collection, this
to
as
eric
Am
the
gold from
prises a 3.994g
com
on
prestigious presentati
u, united with
Per
from
ra
Lib
½
ld
Go
22-carat
Mexico
from
os
Pes
a 16.66g 90% Gold 20
a
by
d
– highlighte
depiction of the Aztec
calendar. Rarely
offered in Australia,
PERU 1/2 LIBRA &
each 2-coin set is
XICO 20 PESOS
ME
housed within a plush
GOLD PAIR
te
ple
com
e,
timber cas
AU225
with a Certificate of
ty.
Authentici
A$
2,495
civilisations, this imposing
rican Maya and Aztec c
Celebrating the Mesoame
gest 1oz Silver Prooff
Bi
Big
s
ld’
W rld’
in the 2012 Wo
release is the second coin
er coin, this sizeable
er than a standard 1oz silv
Series! More than 50% larg
ter!
me
e 65mm in dia
silver stunner spans a massiv
flan of this
pure .999 silver, the 65mm
1oz
Struck to Proof quality from
yan
Ma
the
of
depiction
legal tender coin carries a
ends on the Gregorian
t
tha
ar
end
cal
a
–
ar
end
cal
the 21st 2012,
ber
em
Dec
of
calendar date
as we know it.
tion
COOK ISL ANDS 2012
signifying the end of civilisa
for those who
ave
st-h
mu
a
and
e,
BIGGEST OUNCE
$10
Set within a cas
er
ient Egyptian 1oz Silv
Anc
YA & AZTECS
m
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65m
the
up
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ppe
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1oz
VER PROOF
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lus
1oz
exc
this
er,
Proof in Octob
00!
3,0
just
of
mintage
am
AU199
A$
115
12
of the world as we know it!
Just A$7.90 per coin!
A diverse, fascinating and eminently
affordable presentation, this unique
legal tender collection pays homage
to some of the wild and wonderful
theories relating to the end of the
world. Classic doomsday scenarios
s
of Nostradamus and the Mayas, the
he
Norse mythological tale of Ragnarok,
rok,
the Apocalypse, the Mayan city off
Chichen Itza...this
..this set
has got the lot!
t!
Restricted to a
limited edition
of just 5,000, the
collection
comprises
co
ten 25m
25mm Mexican 50
Centavos
coins – each
Centa
graced
grac with a fullcolour
design relating
col
to the end of the
world.
Housed in a
wo
case
ca with a Certificate
e
of Authenticity, this set
et is a
must-have
at a mere A$7.9
A$7.90
mu
90
per coin!
A$
79
MEXICO
50 CENTAVOS
ARMAGEDDON
ENAMELLED COIN
COLLECTION (10)
AU200
Magnificent Mayans...
Tapping into the heart of Mesoamerican culture,
this terrific trio of .999 Silver Proofs takes you
on a journey through Chichen Itza – one of the
largest Maya cities, and today one of Mexico’s
most visited archaeological sites.
Underpinned by flawless Proof quality, detailed
designs and tiny mintages, each 40mm 1oz silver
5 Pesos honours one of the iconic structures of
this famous ancient metropolis. Depicting
the Nunnery, the Observatory and
the Church, the superbly sculpted
designs have been acclaimed worldwide, with
the 2012 5P Nunnery 1oz Silver Proof winning the
Peoples Choice Award at the COINS2012 show
in Moscow.
Available individually, or as a set of three, each
coin is set in an official
case that, when you
open the lid, forms
each
pyramid steps like those
found at Chichen Itza!
A$
129
MEXICO 2012 5 PESOS
CHICHEN ITZA
– OBSERVATORY,
CHURCH & NUNNERY
1oz SILVER PROOF
AT903, AT904, AT905
A$
367
MEXICO 2012 5 PESOS
CHICHEN ITZA
1oz SILVER PROOF
TRIO
Each .999 fine silver
lver
5 Pesos has a tinyy
mintage of just 5,500!
500!
KC956
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The Coins of the Ancient World
…
e
m
o
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t
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n
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f
o
e
m
ti
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th
m
Fro
The Empire Builder…
Hadrian
– an enigma…
rorss,, the reign of Trajan
eror
mpe
Emp
n Em
an
oma
One of the most famous of all Rom
almost unbroken success. Born
(98-117AD) was underpinned by
eror of non-Italian origin, Trajan
in Spain, and the first Roman Emp
s to
policy, adding many new province
maintained an aggressive foreign
lived
e
fam
the Empire. A ‘model ruler’, whose
s of the
on as the centuries passed, the coin
after in any
ght
sou
ly
high
are
n
Traja
eror
Emp
e we have
TRAJAN 98-117AD
condition, and it is some time sinc
denarii
r
silve
ts
clien
our
r
offe
to
SILVER DENARIUS
able
been
ranteed as
FINE
from his reign. Graded Fine, gua
less
at
le
rdab
affo
sly
ulou
ridic
and
AC037
genuine
than A$90!
A$
89
95
Admired & revered…
The successor to Hadrian,
the reign of the Emperor
Antoninus Pius (138-161AD))
is most notable for the
ty the
period of tranquillity and prosperi
ent,
pati
his
er
und
d
nce
erie
Empire exp
bly
thoughtful, impartial rule. A remarka
own
to
nity
ortu
affordable opp
an 1,800+ year old coin from
the reign of this greatly admired,
much-revered ruler, we have a
ANTONINUS
few well preserved Antoninus
138-161AD
PIUS
–
Pius Silver Denarii in stock
SILVER DENARIUS
FINE
each guaranteed as genuine by
Downies.
AC038
A$
8995
The first Roman
Emperor portrayed
with a beard, and
best known for
he
Hadrian’s Wall – the
sss
cros
fortification built acro
he threat
Britain to nullify the
38AD)
rian (117-38A
of the inhabitants of the north – Had
ers
writ
ern
mod
h
oug
Alth
is somewhat of enigma.
n-minded,
ope
and
ed
hten
enlig
as
him
tend to view
of evil emperors
his character echoed the excesses
beyond question
is
t
Wha
.
itian
Dom
and
o
such as Ner
he
is his success as ruler, as
strengthened the Empire and
provided stable government for
over 20 years. We have a small
HADRIAN 117-38AD
SILVER DENARIUS
number of Silver Denarii struck
FINE
during the reign of this most
famous Roman Emperor –
AC630
d n.
each in pleasing Fine conditio
A$
95
Widow’s Mite of the Bible!
‘And there came a certain widow,
and she threw in two mites...’ Mark 12:41-44
Taking you on a journey to the time of Christ, the small bronze
coins issued during the latter part of the Hasmonaean Dynasty
(103-37BC) represent the most likely candidate
as the Widow’s Mite – a coin that, as noted in
the Bible in Mark 12:41-44, was used by Jesus
in his teachings. Biblical history you can hold
in your hands, and amazingly affordable at just
JUDEAN
A$14.95 apiece, this genuine 2,000 year old
WIDOW’S MITE FAIR
‘Coin
Co of the Bible’ is graded Fair.
AH284
A$
1495
14
– guaranteed as genuine!
The glory of Ancient gold…
2,300-year-old-gold!
Pure brutality…
In absolutely magnificent
condition, this
spectacular 2,300-yearold-gold coin from
Ancient Greece was issued
d as a commemorative
in the first decade after the untimel
y death of
Alexander the Great – King of
Macedon, and one of the most
influential figures of Ancient
history. The ultimate acquisition
for any Ancient coin collector,
ANCIENT GREECE
we have just three examples
320-310BC
available – each in rarely seen
GOLD STATER gVF
good Very Fine quality.
AT071
A$
Despite a successful and
prosperous reign, highlighted
by the victorious conclusion
n
of the war against Persia,
the rule of Maurice Tiberiuss (582
602AD) illustrates the precarious
nature
of Byzantine politics. Depicted
on the obverse of this beautiful,
high-grade Gold Solidus, Maurice
was gruesomely slain along
with his six sons by the usurper
MAURICE TIBERIUS
Phocas, with the bodies of the
582- 602AD
family hurled into the sea.
GOLD SOLIDUS EF
3,950
A$
745
AJ763
Virtually As Struck!
Superior quality…
Virtually as good as the
day they were handstruck,
some 1,500 years ago,
these superbly preserved
Solidii from the Emperor
Justin II (565-578AD)
represents a sensational
opportunity to own a genuine,
high-grade gold coin from the
early days of the Byzantine Emp
ire.
Well-centred, and carr ying a stro
ng
facing portrait of the Emperor on
JUSTIN II 565- 578AD
GOLD SOLIDUS EF
the obverse, we have just a few
coins in stock.
AT073
A$
Struck during the reign
of one of the earliest
Byzantine Emperors,
Anastasius I (491-518AD),
these superb Gold Solidii
are a must-have for
the quality alone. In virtually
lly As
Struck condition, and highlighted
by a detailed depiction of the
Emperor, each of the few 1,500
year old coins we have available
is in about Extremely Fine
condition.
845
www.downies.com
A$
995
ANASTASIUS
491- 518AD GOLD
SOLIDUS aEF
AU226
15
CANADA –
PURE QUALITY,
PURE VALUE and…
PURE .9999 SILVER!
CANADA 2012 $20
END OF THE PENNY
SILVER BU
A$
95
34
AU017
CANADA 2012 $20
MAGICAL REINDEER
SILVER BU
A$
95
34
AU098
Brand
NEW
release!
A sensational opportunity to acquire a .9999
fine silver coin from the Royal Canadian Mint,
Downies takes great pleasure in presenting
the COMPLETE 2011-12 $20 Silver BU
Collection! Whilst sure to command the
attention of those with an appreciation for
quality, beauty and purity, the tremendous
affordability of this sensational silver
selection makes the set a must-have for
those with an eye for a bargain.
A fantastic initiative, specifically aimed
at bringing pure silver coinage within the
reach of as many people as possible, the
Royal Canadian Mint originally issued these
impressive $20 coins at face value. The first in
the series, celebrating Canada’s most powerful
symbol of national identity, the Maple Leaf,
proved to be one of the biggest hits of 2011,
with the limited edition of 200,000 devastated
by demand. The entire mintage sold out at the
Mint in just 29 days!
Despite increasing the mintage of the brilliantly
designed 2011 $20 Canoe Silver BU in
response to demand for the Maple $20, the
limited edition of 250,000 was blown away
almost as quickly. Indeed, that seemingly
generous mintage sold out at the Mint in
an astonishing 34 days and, like the Maple
$20, this coin has vanished from the market.
Mirroring the barnstorming success of their
predecessors, the 2012 Polar Bear $20 and
2012 Diamond Jubilee $20 have all sold out at
the Mint – with a majority of the mintages of
the new 2012 Farewell to the Penny $20 and
2012 Magical Reindeer $20 already wiped out!
Following a rigorous search of the international
secondary market, Downies is proud to
announce that we have ALL SIX of these
spectacular .9999 fine silver coins in stock!
Very affordable individually, buy the complete
set of six and SAVE A$34.95!
Each coin crafted from 7.96g
of .9999 silver – highest level of
silver purity in numismatics
Struck the Mint’s most rigorous
Brilliant Uncirculated standard
Official Canadian legal tender,
each coin spans 27mm in
diameter
Complete with an official Royal
Canadian Mint Certificate of
Authenticity
CANADA 2012 $20
DIAMOND JUBILEE
SILVER BU
A$
95
A$
19975
34
AT707
Limited
stocks
available!
Nominated
for ‘Coin of
the Year’!
KC981
CANADA 2011-2012 $20
SILVER BU COLLECTION
SAVE
S
wnies
A$
CANADA 2011 $20
MAPLE LEAF
SILVER BU
A$
95
59
AS317
CANADA 2011 $20
CANOE
SILVER BU
A$
95
34
AT069
CANADA 2012 $20
POLAR BEAR
SILVER BU
A$
95
34
AT336
3495
16
sensational selection!
Santa on the move!
A distinctive addition to any collection, the Royal Canadian Mint’s
sparkling new Moving Image Lenticular Christmas coin would
d
make the perfect gift for the young – and the young at heart!
A fine example of the power of modern minting, featuring
a vibrant full-colour 3D motif, this vivid legal tender issue
highlights the one thing that all children look forward to
at Christmas time – the arrival of Santa! Tilt the coin, and
the Lenticular design reveals Santa unloading Christmas
presents and setting them beneath the Christmas Tree!
CANADA 2012
Measuring a near crown-sized 35mm
50c LENTICULAR
in diameter, this unique, one-year-only
y
SANTA’S MAGICAL
Lenticular cupro-nickel coin is beautifully
ully
VISIT BU
presented in a ‘ready-to-wrap’ case,
A$
95
accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity
enticity
confirming the limited worldwide mintage
age of 25,000.
AU125
36
Eight in stock!
A spectacular synthesis off the
art of numismatics and the
e art
of photography, this official
al
34mm 15.87g .9999 silver
Proof coin is distinguished
by a faultless, detailed
recreation of Canada
Geographic’s ‘2011
Wildlife Photograph of
the Year’. Depicting a
Praying Mantis bending a
grass flower earthward,
d,
we have only eight
examples of
this inspirati
tion
ona
all
Canadian lega
egal tenderr
coin left in stock.
k
ACT NOW!
Sold out at speed!
The
T latest in one of the worrld’s
ld’s hottest
seri
s es – and already sold out
ut
at
a the Royal Canadian Mint!!
– we are delighted to have
secu
s
red an allocation of the
e
2012
2
$20 Rhododendron
Crys
C tal Dew Drop Silver
Proo
P f! Highlighted by
thre
th e genuine Swarovski
crys
c tals, and a spectacular
fullfu colour depiction of a
rhod
rh odendron, each 38mm
1oz
1o .9999 Silver Proof is set
with
w in an official Mint case
e with
w
a Cer tificate of Authenticity
ty
atte
a sting to the limited
at
min
m tage of 10,000 – sold
out at super speed.
CANADA 2012 $20
RHODODENDRON
CRYSTAL DEW DROP
SILVER PROOF
A$
95
CANADA 2012 $10
0
PRAYING MANTIS
S
SILVER PROOF
SI
A$
95
86
149
AT797
AT940
SOLD OUT at the Mint!
Canada’s
lowest mintage Proof
Canada
a’s lo
Set ssinc
since 1971, the nation’s
FIRST
FIR
RST EVER Silver Proof Set
comprises
EIGHT .9999
com
c
fine
Silver Proofs – with
f
FOUR
finished in pure
FO
gold!
go
Struck
to flawless Proof
Str
quality,
qu
uality, this prestigious
set is h
headlined by
a gold-plated
gol
36.07mm
$1
36.0
Crown,
goldCr
plated
$2,
pla
gold-plated
go
$1 and rose-
pink gold-plated 1c, united with the silver
5c, 10c, 25c and 50c. Crafted from .9999
fine silver – the highest level of silver
er
purity in numismatics! – the eight
legal tender coins are beautifully
presented within an official Mint
case with a numbered Certificate
of Authenticity.
With the mintage of just 20,000 now
w
sold out and with onlyy SIX sets leftt
in stock at Downies,
s, you
must not miss the
chance to secure
this pioneering
precious metal
presentation!
CANADA
CA
ANADA 2012
SILVER
VER PROOF SET
A$
305
AT355
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Meteorite Magic!
C
Comprising
a genuine piece of Russia’s famous
Seymchan Meteorite, Downies is delighted to present the
S
2012 $5 Seymchan Meteorite Silver Proof!
2
Among the finest issues of one of the world’s hottest series,
A
tthis unique 20g sterling silver legal tender coin is headlined
by an authentic piece of the Seymchan Meteorite embedded
b
iin the reverse. The perfect backdrop, the 38.61mm flan also
ffeatures a striking full-colour depiction of the meteorite
hitting the Hekandue River.
h
With each of its predecessors in the meteorite coin series
W
blown away by demand, and the mintage restricted to an
b
absurdly small 2,500, our allocation will sell out at super
a
With just a few coins in stock – each set in an
sspeed. W
attractive
tin with a Certificate of
attract
Authenticity – YOU MUST ACT NOW!
Auth
A$
114
COOK ISLANDS
2012 $5 SEYMCHAN
METEORITE
SILVER PROOF
AU045
Smiles all round!
An intriguing addition to any collection, this
sensational legal tender issue forms a gift that
is sure to put a smile on any golfer’s face this
Christmas!
Struck from 20g of sterling silver, and measuring a
crown-sized 38.61mm in diameter, this pioneering
precious metal Proof is distinguished by a brilliant
full-colour design – as well as a 3D golf ball insert
embedded in the reverse! When you also consider the
groundbreaking presentation packaging – with each
$5 coin set within an innovative golf ball case – it’s
t s no
surprise that this fully authorised PGA Tour
tribute created such astonishing demand.
Indeed, the entire mintage of just 2,500 sold out
almost instantly!
With just a few of these
unique presentations
available – each
COOK ISLANDS 2012 $5
5
complete with an
PGA TOUR GOLF BALL
official Certificate of
SILVER PROOF
Authenticity – you must
AU046
not delay your order!
A$
114
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1914H & 1915H Florin Pair Ave Circ
AR189
A$
129
1942–44
Melbourne Mint
Florin
F
lo Trio EF-aUnc
A$
95 AO720
1942 Melbourne Mint 3d Fine
AH617
A$
39
74
Early George V dates, and last coins
struck at Heaton Mint, Birmingham
Among the lowest mintage florins of
the series – just 500,000 of 1914H and
750,000 of 1915H struck!
Australia’s lowest mintage 3d, with
Melbourne Mint striking just 528,000
Missing from most collections, this
extremely scarce WWII issue is
undoubtedly the key to the 1910-64
Threepence Series
1949-52
1949
49-52
5 1/2d & 1d Type
52
T e Coin
C i Pair
Paiir Unc
P
Unc
AU257
A$
1952
952 & 19533 Fl
Florin
lorin Pai
Pair
ir aaUnc
AU258
A$
SAVE A$31
49
Comprises a King George VI 1/2d and 1d
struck 1949-52 – dates of our choice
Part of a short-lived type series –
distinguished by omission of ‘Ind:Imp’
from legend after Indian independence
89
1954 & 1958
58 Sixpence Pair BU
A$
90 AR045
24
Comprises very LAST George VI florin
date with very FIRST florin of Elizabeth II!
1952 2/- is scarce in aUnc, with 1953 2/notorious as missing ‘F:D’ from legend.
SAVE A$31 off catalogue price!
1967 20c Choicee BU Ex Mint Roll
AU259
A$
1971 5c & 10c Pair BU
A$
95 AJ987
24
Key types, Austra
Australia’s first 1c, 2c, 5c &
10c d
dates – iin supreme Unc quality!
10
First seen at the dawn of the decimal era
in February 1966 – fundamental element
of every Australian collection
Struck at Melbourne M
Mint at height of
1942, 1943 & 1944 2/WWII – comprises
i
194
Crafted from sterling silver, and an
absolute bargain at A$74.95 given the
premium grade EF-aUnc quality
Includes Melbourne Mint’s 1954 6d
& 1958 6d – in stunning Uncirculated
quality!
Fantastic opportunity to secure these
coins in pristine condition – SAVE over
A$15 off current catalogue price in Unc!
11966
966
1c to 10c Set
Unc
AM918
A$
59
Scarce early decimal date – from an
original Mint Roll and in immaculate BU
Rarely seen in such a superb state of
preservation – cannot be secured from
Mint Sets as none issued in 1967
19
Key decimal dates, the 1971 5c & 10c
were rarely set aside at the time of issue
Secured from original Royal Australian
Mint rolls, and outstanding value for
Brilliant Uncirculated examples
1982 50c Commonwealth
Commonw
weaalth Gamess
$ Mob of Roos & $1
$ Florey Pair BU
Official RAM Mint Roll (20 Unc Coins) 1998 $1
AU260
HF951
A$
A$
95
29
38
An early, much-admired decimal
commemorative – offered as an official,
original RAM Mint Roll!
Comprises 20 Unc coins in each roll – amazing
value-for-money at under A$2 per coin!
1999 $2 Unc
AF971
A$
Unites 1998 Roos $1 with ‘not-issued-forcirculation’ 1998 Howard Florey $1
Notable as last Roos $1 and last
commemorative $1 to carry Raphael Maklouf
portrait of Elizabeth II. In strictly Unc!
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The first Australian $2 to carry the RankBroadley portrait of Elizabeth II
Scarce in strictly Uncirculated condition,
as presented here, with very few
examples set aside at the time of issue
19
SUMMER sizzles
in SILVER!
A sensational start to what is sure to prove one of the
most popular collector programs of 2013, the Perth
m
Mint’s 2013 $1 Summer 1oz Silver Proof has sparked a
M
firestorm of demand worldwide. From Queensland to
fir
Quebec, everybody wants this coin!
Q
The first in a 4-coin series celebrating the four seasons,
T
and the very first square 1oz silver Australian legal tender
an
coin issued by the Mint since 2006, it is no surprise that the
co
2013 $1 Summer 1oz Silver Proof has created such a heat
20
wave of demand. Distinguished by a bright, vibrant fullw
colour design uniting the iconic kangaroo with a traditional
co
Australian beach scene, this superbly struck precious metal
A
Proof forms a fantastic tribute to the great Aussie summer –
P
and an exclusive one.
an
Measuring 33.20mm x 33.20mm, and crafted to the finest
M
Proof quality from a troy ounce of .999 fine silver, this
P
unusual square coin is beautifully presented within an
un
official case with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.
of
That Certificate stands as official confirmation of the
T
astonishingly low mintage. Guaranteeing a sell-out, the
Perth Mint has restricted that
mintage to a remarkably low 5,000!
With demand so strong both
at home and abroad, we highly
2013 $1 AUSTRALIAN recommend that you grasp
SEASONS SUMMER
the opportunity to secure this
1oz SILVER PROOF
memorable Australian legal tender
issue at the Mint’s Official Issue
Price.
AU111
A$
107
True Blue Roo! Sun soon to set?
ith an utterly unique
d with
G ced
Gra
l
design, this flawless Australian lega
tender 40mm .999 fine 1oz Silver
s
Proof has naturally been the focu
k
of huge demand. Indeed, our stoc
a’s
trali
Aus
to
te
tribu
of this striking
but
primary native icon has been all
.
rest
inte
ent
ferv
the
by
obliterated
With a limited number of coins
available – each set in an official
RAM case with an official RAM
Cer tificate of Authenticity
2012 $1 OUTBACK
– you must
KANGAROO F15 PRIV Y
act now!
1oz SILVER PROOF
A$
107
Mules rule!
A great chance to own a genuine
Australian legal tender ‘Mule’,
the 2005 Roos $1 is a coin that
was ‘never meant to be struck’.
Although realising that 2005
obverse dies had mistakenly been
matched with a Roos reverse,
the RAM decided to continue
production to avoid publicity from
issuing
2005 $1 MOB OF ROOS
a lowUNC
mintage
A$
$1 Mule!
9
AL760
AT730
Highly sought after ffor th
H
the exquisite
Proof strike, the pure .999 silver
and,
of course, the chance to experie
nce
one of Australia’s finest ever coin
designs, the 2012 $1 Kangaroo at
Sunset 1/5oz Silver Proof has bee
n
one of Downies most popular offe
rs of
2012. With only 5,000 struck, and
our
allocation now substantially depleted
,
do not miss the chance to secure
this
21.69mm
Australian
2012 $1 KANGAROO
legal tender
AT SUNSET
1/5oz SILVER PROOF
coin at
the RAM’s
Official
A$
Issue Price.
65
AT751
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