Wednesday, June 26, 2013

Australia Silver: The Land Down Under – Captain James Cook 2013 One Ounce Silver Proof Coin




THE-LAND-DOWN-UNDER-CAPTAIN-JAMES-COOK-silver-2013-ONE-OUNCE-1oz-SILVER-PROOF-COIN-the-Perth-Mint-shipperTHE-LAND-DOWN-UNDER-CAPTAIN-JAMES-COOK-silver-2013-ONE-OUNCE-1oz-SILVER-PROOF-COIN-the-Perth-Mint-boxThe Land Down Under – Captain James Cook 2013 1oz Silver Proof Coin from The Perth Mint, featuring:

  • Proof Quality 99.9% Pure Silver
  • Stunning Reverse Design
  • Australian Legal Tender
  • Australian Map-Shaped Display Case
  • Numbered Certificate of Authenticity
  • Limited Mintage – 5,000

The third design from The Land Down Under program depicts famed explorer, Captain James Cook. Captain Cook is known as the 18th century navigator and pioneer whose achievements in mapping the Pacific, New Zealand and Australia radically changed western perceptions of world geography.


PROOF QUALITY 99.9% PURE SILVER


The Land Down Under – Captain James Cook 2013 1oz coin is struck from 99.9% pure silver in proof quality.


STUNNING REVERSE DESIGN


The coin’s reverse depicts a seated portrait of Captain Cook and HMS Bark Endeavour, within a map outline of Australia.  The inscription THE LAND DOWN UNDER and The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark are 
also incorporated in the design.


AUSTRALIAN LEGAL TENDER


Issued as Australian legal tender, the coin’s obverse depicts the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the year-date and the monetary denomination.


AUSTRALIAN MAP-SHAPED DISPLAY CASE


Housed in a unique Australian map-shaped latex case with a stylised shipper, this beautiful coin is accompanied by a numbered Certificatze of Authenticity.


LIMITED MINTAGE


The Perth Mint will release no more than 5,000 of these Captain James Cook 1oz Silver Proof Coins from The Land Down Under series.


TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS


Silver Content (Troy oz)
1
Monetary Denomination (AUD)1
Fineness (% purity)99.9
Minimum Gross Weight (g)31.135
Maximum Diameter (mm)40.60
Maximum Thickness (mm)4.00
Maximum Mintage5,000
DesignerTom Vaughan

Sunday, June 9, 2013

100th Anniversary of Australia’s First Banknote 1oz Silver Proof Coin & Stamp Set

100th-Anniversary-of-Australias-First-Banknote-1-oz-Silver-Proof-Coin-and-Stamp-Set-The-Perth-Mint-box100th-Anniversary-of-Australias-First-Banknote-1-oz-Silver-Proof-Coin-and-Stamp-Set-The-Perth-Mint-packaging100th Anniversary of Australia’s First Banknote One Ounce Silver Proof Coin & Stamp Set from the Perth Mint featuring:
  • Proof Quality 99.9% Pure Silver Coloured Coin
  • Striking Design
  • Australian Legal Tender
  • Official Australia Post Stamps
  • Beautiful Packaging and Numbered Certificate
  • Limited Mintage – 3,000
The Perth Mint and Australia Post are pleased to present a joint special release celebrating the 100th anniversary of the first banknote in Australia, for the 2013 FIP World Stamp Exhibition.
In 1910 the Australian Notes Act was passed, and in 1913 the first series of Australian notes which were based on the old British system were issued.
The first Australian currency note, the ten shilling denomination was produced in May 1913. Other denominations from £1 to £1,000 followed during the years 1913 – 1915.

PROOF QUALITY 99.9% PURE SILVER

The 100th Anniversary of Australia’s First Banknote coin is struck from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality.

STRIKING DESIGN

The coin’s reverse features a coloured representation of Australia’s first ten shilling banknote. The inscription AUSTRALIA’S FIRST BANKNOTE 100TH ANNIVERSARY and the dates 1913 – 2013 are also portrayed in the design with The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark.

AUSTRALIAN LEGAL TENDER

Issued as Australian legal tender, the coin’s obverse depicts the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the year-date and the monetary denomination.

OFFICIAL AUSTRALIA POST STAMPS

Two Australia Post stamps with denominations of 60c and $2.60 complete this set.  The 60c stamp depicts a portrayal of the official note numbering ceremony in 1913, and the $2.60 stamp depicts the Australian Coat of Arms as it appears on the first banknote.

BEAUTIFUL PACKAGING AND NUMBERED CERTIFICATE

Accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity, the coin and stamps are housed in a display case and wonderfully illustrated box-shipper featuring the 2013 FIP World Stamp Exhibition logo.

LIMITED MINTAGE

The Perth Mint and Australia Post will release no more than 3,000 of these 100th Anniversary of Australia’s First Banknote 1oz Silver Proof Coin and Stamp Sets.

Thursday, May 9, 2013

Deadly and Dangerous – Yellow-Bellied Sea Snake 2013 One Ounce Silver Proof Coin



Deadly and Dangerous – Yellow-Bellied Sea Snake 2013 1oz Silver Proof Coin at The Perth Mint, featuring:
  • Proof Quality 99.9% Pure Silver
  • Tuvalu Legal Tender
  • Striking Colour Reverse Design
  • Beautiful Packaging
  • Limited Mintage – 5,000
  • Commissioned product struck by The Perth Mint
Living up to its deadly and dangerous reputation, this boldly striped yellow and black snake has venom that is more toxic than that of a cobra.  The most widely distributed sea snake species, it can be found in warm waters of the Pacific and Indian oceans where it feeds mostly on fish.

 PROOF QUALITY 99.9% PURE SILVER

The coin is struck by The Perth Mint from 1oz of 99.9% silver in proof quality.

 TUVALU LEGAL TENDER

Issued as legal tender under the authority of the Government of Tuvalu, the obverse of the coin depicts the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the monetary denomination and the 2013 year-date.

 STRIKING COLOUR REVERSE DESIGN

The coin’s reverse features a 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.

 BEAUTIFUL PACKAGING AND NUMBERED CERTIFICATE

The coin is presented in a high-gloss timber display case and shipper emblazoned with the warning DANGER, and is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

 LIMITED MINTAGE

No more than 5,000 Deadly and Dangerous – Yellow-Bellied Sea Snake 2013 1oz Silver Proof Coins will be released for sale worldwide.
The Deadly and Dangerous Series
Continuing the incredibly popular Deadly and Dangerous series, this sensational release portrays Australia’s Yellow-Bellied Sea Snake. 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.
Specifications:
Silver Content (Troy oz)1
Monetary Denomination (AUD)1
Fineness (% purity)99.9
Minimum Gross Weight (g)31.135
Maximum Diameter (mm)40.60
Maximum Thickness (mm)4.00
Maximum Mintage5,000

Tuesday, April 9, 2013

PAMP 99.9% Pure Silver Half Kilo Bar (500 Grams) - Lady Fortuna


From Geneva, Switzerland, PAMP Produits Artistiques Metaux Precieux (artistic, precious metals products) is the world's leading independent refiner of precious metals. 

Known as the "Rolls Royce" of bullion, PAMP is the world leader in London Good Delivery bullion, the benchmark in international tradability. PAMP bars have an unparalleled finish and shine, and come with certificates of authenticity. These bars are perfect for first-time investors or people looking for the world's greatest gift. 



These bars are supplied in custom hard protective case with numbered certificate of authenticity.

Saturday, April 6, 2013

2013 Somalian One Ounce 999 Silver Elephant Coin


The 2013 One Ounce 999 Silver Elephant Coin from the African Wildlife Coin Series appeals to coin collectors all over the world for its depiction of one of the most fascinating animals found in Africa: the elephant.

The 2013 Somalian Elephant features a family of three Elephants - Two Adults and an adolescent.

Minted in Germany, the Silver Elephant Coin has a denomination of 100 shillings and is struck in .999-fine Silver.

Orders in quantities of 20 or more come in mint tubes.

Australian Antarctic Territory Series – Aurora Australis 2013 One Ounce Silver Proof Coin



Australian Antarctic Territory Series – Aurora Australis 2013 One Ounce Silver Proof Coin from the Perth Mint,
Features:
  • Proof Quality 99.9% Pure Silver
  • Coloured Glow-In-The-Dark Reverse Design
  • Australian Legal Tender
  • Limited Mintage – 7,500
  • Beautiful Packaging and Numbered Certificate
Enjoy a spectacular neon display with the latest release from the Australian Antarctic Territory series, Aurora Australis. Auroras are intensely beautiful natural light spectacles seen in the night sky above the polar regions.
Proof Quality 99.9% Pure SilverThe coin is struck by The Perth Mint from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality.
Coloured Glow In-The-Dark Reverse
The coin’s reverse depicts a snowfield with a tracked vehicle and a human observer beneath a coloured representation of the Aurora Australis, within the outline of Antarctica. As well as the inscription 2013 – AURORA AUSTRALIS, the reverse also includes the words ‘Australian Antarctic Territory’ and The Perth Mint’s traditional ‘P’ mintmark.
To capture the stunning colours of the Aurora Australis, the representation of this natural wonder has been coloured with glow-in-the-dark ink.
Australian Legal Tender
Issued as Australian legal tender, the coin’s obverse depicts the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the year-date and the monetary denomination.
Limited Mintage
The Perth Mint will release no more than 7,500 of these Australian Antarctic Territory Series – Aurora Australis 2013 1oz Silver Proof Coins.
Beautiful Packaging and Numbered Certificate
The coin is housed in a classic charcoal-coloured presentation case, which comes within a stylish outer shipper and is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

SPECIFICATIONS

Silver Content (Troy oz)1
Monetary Denomination (AUD)1
Fineness (% purity)99.9
Minimum Gross Weight (g)31.135
Maximum Diameter (mm)40.60
Maximum Thickness (mm)4.00
Maximum Mintage7,500
DesignerWade Robinson

Thursday, April 4, 2013

THE LAND DOWN UNDER - DIDGERIDOO 2013 1/4 Ounce Proof Gold Coin - Perth Mint





Land Down Under – Didgeridoo 2013 1/4oz Gold Proof Coin at The Perth Mint, featuring:
  • Proof Quality 99.99% Pure Gold
  • Australian Legal Tender
  • Stunning Struck Reverse Design 
  • Unique Display Case
  • Limited Mintage – 1,000
The iconic didgeridoo is the second coin to be released from The Land Down Under coin series issued by The Perth Mint. 

PROOF QUALITY 99.99% PURE GOLD

The coin is struck by The Perth Mint from 1/4oz of 99.99% gold in proof quality.

AUSTRALIAN LEGAL TENDER

Issued as Australian legal tender, the coin’s obverse depicts the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the year-date and the monetary denomination.

STUNNING STRUCK REVERSE DESIGN

The coin’s reverse depicts an Australian playing the didgeridoo in an outback bush setting.  The inscription THE LAND DOWN UNDER and The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark are also incorporated in the design.

UNIQUE DISPLAY CASE

The coin is housed in a unique Australian map shaped latex case with a stylised shipper, and is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

LIMITED MINTAGE

Extremely limited, The Perth Mint will release no more than 1,000 of these Didgeridoo 2013 1/4oz Gold Proof Coins from The Land Down Under series.
Coin Background:
Australia is a continent rich in history, cultural diversity and unique habitats. The Perth Mint is proud to present this new series showcasing Australia’s discovery, culture, lifestyle and landmarks.
A unique wind instrument, the didgeridoo is traditionally made from the trunk of termite-hollowed eucalyptus trees.  Often referred to as the sound of Australia, it is possibly one of the oldest musical instruments on Earth.


Technical Specifications:
Gold Content (Troy oz)0.25
Monetary Denomination (AUD)25
Fineness (% purity)99.99
Minimum Gross Weight (g)7.777
Maximum Diameter (mm)20.60
Maximum Thickness (mm)2.00
Maximum Mintage1,000
DesignerTom Vaughan