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February 20062007 Number 6569 75th Anniversary of the Sydney Harbour Bridge February 2006 Number 65 Number 2006 February Dear Collector Happy New Year and welcome to February for the International Polar Year. Our first is Mint Issue and the beginning of an exciting the $1 uncirculated and I look forward to the calendar of releases with new designs and other coins rolling out in 2008. innovations in our numismatic range. Our subscription coin opens in March and Our beloved icon and well known Mint Issue readers get an early opportunity ‘coat-hanger’, the Sydney Harbour Bridge to view and order this terrific coin. Join celebrates the 75th Anniversary of its in on a program where you the customer opening this year. We honour this symbol of drive the mintage! I think you will find this Australia with two marvellous coins and our year’s design particularly appealing and the Mintmark series. history fascinating. The Ocean Series continues to delight all Happy collecting, ages and we are pleased to unveil the latest coins featuring the graceful bannerfish and the colourful starfish. In 2007 and 2008 we acknowledge Australia’s Janine Murphy contribution to polar exploration and science CEO with the release of a new four coin series Royal Australian Mint Off the Presses Payment Reserve Bank of Australia – Banknotes The call centre is now accepting AMEX As of 28 February 2007 the Royal Australian but will no longer accept Bankcard. Please Mint will no longer be selling notes on behalf note that payment is collected when order is of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA). placed and dispatched within four weeks. The RBA will continue to provide notes as numismatic products at an annual auction. Subscription Coin Small quantities of standard uncirculated Orders close for this year’s subscription notes may also be purchased from the RBA’s coin on 23 April 2007. Our customers will branches in Sydney and Canberra. drive the mintage! Details of the RBA annual auction Easter Show will be posted on the Currency Notes The Royal Australian Mint will be at the page of the RBA website Sydney Royal Easter Show 5-8 April. (www.rba.gov.au/currencynotes). See you there! 2 February 2006 Number 65 Number 2006 February 2007 $1 Uncirculated Coin International Polar Year 2007 - 2008 The Territories The International Polar Year 2007-2008 (IPY) is an international program of outreach and education into polar science. Australia as an original signatory to the Antarctic Treaty (1961) has a proud history of involvement and exploration of Antarctica. Given the significance of the International Polar Year and Australia’s involvement in the Antarctic region, the Royal Australian Mint will be releasing a Polar Series coin collection over the next three years. The first release in the collection is a beautifully designed uncirculated coin depicting the Antarctic and Australian Antarctic Territory. The Antarctic is an isolated, icy region, initially discovered by explorers in the 19th century. With a vast array of fascinating fauna and flora, the Australian Antarctic Territory is home to a number of famous research bases, such as Mawson, Davis and Casey. The Polar Series coins encapsulate Australia’s historical link to Antarctica. Own it today. Price (inc GST): $12.95 801478 Nominal Specifications: $1, Al/Br, 9.00 g, 25.00 mm, Uncirculated, Unlimited, W. Pietranik 3 February 2006 Number 65 Number 2006 February th 75 Anniversary of the Sydney Harbour Bridge 2007 $� Fine Silver Proof Coin Australia celebrates our most recognised landmark – Sydney Harbour Bridge this year and the Mint is honouring one of our national symbols with a superior silver proof coin and our annual mintmark series. 4 February 2006 Number 65 Number 2006 February 2007 $5 Fine Silver Proof Coin 75th Anniversary of the Sydney Harbour Bridge Admire the majestic structure and form that is the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Admire also the engineering of minting and the fine proof finish achieved on this coin. The coin design demonstrates just why this bridge is internationally recognised and appreciated. Definitely not a coin to be overlooked for your growing $5 silver proof collections. Price (inc GST): $65.00 801787 Nominal Specifications: $5, Ag 99.9%, 36.31 g, 38.74 mm, Proof, 12 500, W. Pietranik 2007 $1 Fine Silver Proof Coin 75th Anniversary of the Sydney Harbour Bridge Continue a collection of one dollar coins with this fine design. Our bridge has become so much more than a cross harbour transport link. It is a focus of tourism and local pride. The design on the dollar coin depicts the remarkable moment as the two halves of the arch were joined. This coin has a modest mintage of 12,500 and is likely to be a fast seller amongst our international collectors too. Price (inc GST): $40.00 801742 Nominal Specifications: $1, Ag 99.9%, 11.66 g, 25.00 mm, Proof, 12 500, W. Pietranik 2007 $1 Mintmark Coin 75th Anniversary of the Sydney Harbour Bridge Another fantastic collectible is the uncirculated $1 coin that features the ‘C’ to indicate that it was minted in Canberra. This coin is also available from our public gallery press in Canberra. Come and visit us and you can mint your own coin. Price (inc GST): $2.75 801604 Nominal Specifications: $1, Al/Bronze, 9.00 g, 25.00 mm, Uncirculated, Unlimited, W. Pietranik 5 February 2006 Number 65 Number 2006 February The fun and colour continues! Using the latest pad printing techniques, we bring brilliant colour to our latest release. The Ocean Series presents more of Australia’s incredible marine life and uncovers many fascinating facts about some amazing creatures. 6 February 2006 Number 65 Number 2006 February 2007 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Longfin Bannerfish Our image on the $1 uncirculated coin, shows the Longfin Bannerfish. The bannerfish is usually living along reef fronts and is now available for you to admire close up in your collections. These coins come presented with great facts about their interesting species. Apparently the juveniles of this species act as cleaners… lucky fish! Price (inc GST): $14.95 802450 2007 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Biscuit Star Another of our coins in the Ocean Series is the Biscuit Star that may well be the most unusual well-known creature around and they are certainly a hit with the younger crowd. The price of these coins is sure to be a hit too – still under $15. Learn more about the Biscuit Star and enjoy it today and for years to come. Price (inc GST): $14.95 802446 2006 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Clown Fish Our image on the $1 uncirculated coin, shows the Eastern Clown Anemonefish sending up delicate bubbles from it’s safe anemone home. These coins have been designed with the younger generation in mind and are excellent value when you are buying for many. Price (inc GST): $14.95 802440 2006 $1 Uncirculated Coin – Bottlenose Dolphin The Dolphin’s streamlined and powerful body comes to life on this pad printed coin. Our design shows two dolphins springing from sparkling water in front of a perfect sky. A fun coin and an excellent souvenir of Australia. Price (inc GST): $14.95 802442 Nominal Specifications: $1, Al/Br, 9.00 g, 25.00 mm, Uncirculated, Pad Printed, Unlimited, T. Dean *These images have been closely reproduced to match the finished product however there may be variances between printed advertising images and finished products 7 February 2006 Number 65 Number 2006 February Year of the Surf Lifesaver Our national surf lifesaving force has been serving and volunteering on Australian beaches for 100 years. We honour the commitment of the men and women who patrol our beaches and dedicate to them the theme on our official coins in 2007. 8 February 2006 Number 65 Number 2006 February 2007 $5 Silver Proof Coin Celebrate a great Australian icon with this masterfully created $5 proof coin. Bringing to life the action and drama of surf rescue, this fine silver coin captures the striking image of a life saving boat crashing through powerful surf. With a limited mintage of 12,500 this coin is sure to appeal to all collectors. Price (inc GST): $65.00 801268 Nominal Specifications: $5, Ag 99.9%, 36.31 g, 38.74 mm, Proof, 12 500, T. Dean 2007 Six Coin Proof Set Six great looking coins and one with the dynamic image of a dramatic team rescue. The proof year set is a ‘must have’ Royal Australian Mint coin set. This year is no exception especially as it honours the devotion of 113,000 surf lifesaving members who have saved 500,000 lives. Still great value at $80 and the same quality proof finish our collectors demand. Price (inc GST): $80.00 801438 2007 Six Coin Uncirculated Set For the first time we release a coin exclusive to the uncirculated sets, making them extremely good value. In this set the 20c piece bears the special design of a female lifesaver, holding the rope line above her head during a surf rescue manoeuvre. Price (inc GST): $23.50 801360 Nominal Specifications Metal Cupro Nickel Al/Bronze Denomination 5c 10c 20c 50c $1 $2 Mass (g) 2.83 5.65 11.30 15.55 9.00 6.60 Diameter (mm) 19.41 23.60 28.52 31.51 25.00 20.50 2007 20c Coin and Stamp Pack The 20c coin design from our uncirculated sets is now available with a stamp issued by Australia Post. Excellent value and an ideal souvenir. Price (inc GST): $14.95 801007 9 February 2006 Number 65 Number 2006 February In the UK The Sporting Times published this on 2 September 1882: In Affectionate Remembrance of ENGLISH CRICKET, which died at the Oval on 29th AUGUST, 1882, Deeply lamented by a large circle of sorrowing friends and acquaintances RIP NB - The body will be cremated and the ashes taken to Australia.