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1 AC/DC coin launch 2 2018 Rascals and Ratbags Roadshow 3 Invictus Games Sydney 2018
5 News Corp 2018 ‘ANZAC Spirit’Coin Collection launch 6 Armistice Centenary - Remembrance Day circulating coin launch 7 Coin Swap at the Royal Australian Mint
4 Chern’ee Sutton Commonwealth Games exhibit at the Mint

CONTENTS

Featured Products

DEARCOLLECTOR

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A M E S S A G E F R O M T H E C E O

The Earth and Beyond – Sun

  • 2019 Mintmark Collection
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On behalf of the Royal Australian Mint, we hope you had a safe and happy holiday season. We are delighted to welcome you back for 2019 and wish you an exciting year ahead.

2019 Six Coin Baby Year Sets 2019 Milestones and Celebrations 2019 Lunar Series – Year of the Pig
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The Mint celebrated the New Year in style with the Last and First Coin of the Year events, welcoming a few lucky people to be the first 100 to strike a coin on our newly themed gallery press. This year’s Mintmark theme brings to life colonial Australia and the impact of the Australian Bushranger on today’s culture, history and folklore. With thrilling stories, these coins will appeal to collectors, proud descendants and history buffs.

  • Products
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  • 1812 A New Map of the World

  • 2019 World Money Fair
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The first Mint Issue of the year is jam-packed with stunning designs and products full of nostalgia. If you are looking for innovative design, view the latest Earth and Beyond coin on page 4.

Catalogue

Meet the Minties From the Vault What’s On

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To celebrate the 35th anniversary of the $1 coin, the Royal Australian Mint has released three unique $1 circulating coin designs into general circulation, and it is your mission to collect them all. Once you have collected all three coins you can visit the Australia’s Dollar Discovery website and register your details for your chance to win. For more information visit dollardiscovery.com.au. The Roadshow will be touring around Australia throughout 2019. We are still finalising the schedule, so stay close to our social channels and website for updates on dates and locations. Best wishes and happy collecting.

Ross MacDiarmid

Chief Executive Officer Royal Australian Mint

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T H E E A R T H A N D B E Y O N D

THE SUN

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The Mint presents The Earth and Beyond 2019 $5 Coloured Domed Silver Proof Coin. This release pays tribute to the heart of our Solar System; the Sun. Worshipped as a deity by countless generations, the Sun marks out our days, our seasons and our years. The coin’s design includes a beautiful coloured depiction of this celestial body on its domed convex surface. Lovers of space and science will treasure this coin.

2019 $5 Coloured Domed Fine Silver Proof Coin

10037

$125.00

Like a shooting star, this coin will move fast. Order yours today!

Strictly Limited Mintage. 3 per customer/account.

Nominal Specifications

Available for Australian domestic sale only.

  • $5
  • 99.9% Ag
  • 1 oz
  • 39.62 mm
  • proof
  • 5000
  • A. Baggio

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10107

NEW

2 0 1 9 M I N T M A R K C O L L E C T I O N

AUSTRALIAN BUSHRANGERS

10101
10097

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10097
10107

10101

The Royal Australian Mint is proud to present the

2019 Mintmark and Privy Mark

2019 Mintmark Collection of uncirculated and proof coins, which bring to life colonial Australia and the impact of the Australian Bushranger on today’s culture, history and folklore. The coin’s packaging includes captivating illustrations and stories featuring the Kelly Gang, Mary Wade and Captain Thunderbolt. Their antiestablishment stance, courage under fire and sympathy for the underdog have become characteristic of the Australian‘larrikin’identity.

$25.00 $60.00

Four Coin Uncirculated Set

10107

2019 $1 'C' Mintmark Fine Silver Proof Coin

10101

2019 $10 'C' Mintmark Gold Proof Coin

10097

$300.00

These infamous renegades will surprise and delight. Start your collection today and be inspired by the bold, the bad and the ugly.

Nominal Specifications

  • $1
  • AIBr
  • 9.00 g
  • 25.00 mm

25.00 mm 17.53 mm

  • uncirculated 15 000
  • A. Stokic

A. Stokic A. Stokic

  • $1
  • 99.9% Ag

99.99% Au
11.66 g 1/10 oz proof proof
5000

  • 1000
  • $10

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10093

NEW

2 0 1 9 S I X C O I N B A B Y Y E A R S E T S

POSSUM MAGIC

10092

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  • 10092
  • 10093

Since the publication of Possum Magic in 1983, Mem Fox’s

2019 Six Coin Uncirculated Baby Year Set

10092

lyrical prose and Julie Vivas’whimsical illustrations have captured the imaginations of young Australian readers. This delightful tale is a fitting theme for the Royal Australian Mint’s 2019 Six Coin Baby Year Set and celebrates the importance of love and family.

$45.00

2019 Six Coin Proof Baby Year Set

10093

$125.00

Featuring a special coloured 50c coin in the proof set and a colour printed token in the uncirculated set, the precious possum in your life will cherish these magical sets.

For full nominal specifications, visit eshop.ramint.gov.au

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2 0 1 9 S I X C O I N P R O O F S E T

MILESTONES AND CELEBRATIONS

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The Royal Australian Mint presents the 2019 Six Coin Proof Set to mark personal milestones and celebrations. This set features an engravable plate and you can choose from nine different band wraps in three different colours to honour “Anniversary”, “Congratulations”or“Happy Birthday”. This will be an elegant and sentimental gift for anybody seeking that special something for a friend or a loved one.

2019 Six Coin Proof Set

$130.00

See order form for individual product codes.

Celebrate in style with this personalised gift.

Nominal Specifications

Choose from nine different band wraps available in gold, silver and copper.

  • 5c
  • CuNi
  • 2.83 g 19.41 mm

5.65 g 23.60 mm
11.30 g 28.52 mm 15.55 g 31.51 mm
9.00 g 25.00 mm 6.60 g 20.50 mm proof proof proof proof proof proof unlimited unlimited unlimited unlimited unlimited unlimited
S. Devlin/H. Hahne S. Devlin/H. Hahne S. Devlin/H. Hahne S. Devlin/H. Hahne S. Devlin/H. Hahne S. Devlin/H. Hahne
10c CuNi 20c CuNi 50c CuNi $1 $2
AlBr AlBr

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L U N A R S E R I E S

YEAR OF THE PIG

10038

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10038
10043

10039
10040

The Royal Australian Mint celebrates the 2019 Lunar Year of the Pig. The final sign of the twelve-year lunar cycle, the 2019 Year of the Pig falls under the element of Earth. The Pig is a lover of life, a seeker of all that is beautiful and expressive. People born in the Year of the Pig are said to be warm-hearted, good natured, loyal and honest. The designs in this collection celebrate the beautiful nature of this fortunate and affluent Lunar animal.

2019 50c Tetra-Decagon Uncirculated Coin

10043

$12.50

2019 $1 Uncirculated Three Coin Set

10038

$30.00 $88.00

2019 $5 1oz Fine Silver Proof Coin

10039

2019 $25 1/4 oz Gold Proof Coin

10040

These coins are a perfect gift for the 2019 Lunar celebrations on the 5th February. Visit our online shop today!

$750.00

For full nominal specifications, visit eshop.ramint.gov.au

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NEW

C A P T A I N C O O K ' S T R A C K S

1812 A NEW MAP OF THE WORLD

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In the 18th century, the mysterious Southern Hemisphere was revealed by the three voyages of Captain Cook. A magnificent historical map which charts these voyages was the inspiration for this 2019 $5 Fine Silver Domed Coin. The coin’s design, reflecting the science and artistry of the great age of discovery, will inspire both mapping enthusiasts and collectors.

2019 $5 Fine Silver Domed Proof Coin

10142

$125.00

Chart a course and secure yours today! Maximum purchase of 1 per customer account. Orders found to exceed set limit will be cancelled and refunded without notice.

Nominal Specifications

  • $5
  • 99.9% Ag
  • 1 oz
  • 39.62 mm
  • proof
  • 5000
  • Royal Australian mint

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W O R L D M O N E Y FA I R B E R L I N 2 0 1 9

Special Release

The Royal Australian Mint presents this exclusive release to mark our attendance at the World Money Fair (WMF) Berlin 2019. This privy mark features a never before seen folded ‘pretzel’in celebration of the 2019 World Money Fair. This coin is strictly limited to a worldwide mintage of 5000.

This is a great opportunity to secure your own 2019 WMF special release product. Visit our online shop today or call our contact centre.

Limit of 3 per customer/order.

2019 $1 Pretzel Privy Mark Uncirculated Coin

10224

$10.00

Nominal Specifications

  • $1
  • AlBr
  • 9.00 g
  • 25.00 mm
  • uncirculated
  • 5 000
  • S. Devlin

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LEGENDS LOYALTY PROGRAM

L E T U S T R E A T Y O U L I K E A L E G E N D

The Mint’s Legends program is free to join, easy to use and rewards you for simply shopping with us. You'll always be among the first to know about the latest news, product releases and exclusive events. Legends members also receive news about upcoming legends ballots and exclusive product giveaways. To join, email your full name, address, telephone number and preferred email address to [email protected]. Make sure to ask to be placed on our electronic newsletter mail list so we can update you as soon as products are released. We can’t wait to welcome you to the program!

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CATALOGUE

A D D T H E S E P R O D U C T S T O Y O U R C O L L E C T I O N

50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing

2019 Uncirculated Six Coin Year Set

$25.00

10091

For full nominal specifications, visit eshop.ramint.gov.au

50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing

2019 Proof Six Coin Year Set

$100.00

10076

For full nominal specifications, visit eshop.ramint.gov.au

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3801 – A Legend of Steam

2018 50c Coloured Uncirculated Coin

311612

$12.50

  • 50c
  • CuNi
  • 15.55 g 31.51 mm coloured uncirculated
  • 30 000
  • A. Ball

The Sixth Effigy - Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

2019 $1 Uncirculated Coin

10160

$15.00

  • $1
  • AlBr
  • 9.00 g 25.00 mm
  • uncirculated 30 000
  • J. Clark/I. Rank-Broadley

Seasons Change

2019 $1 Fine Silver Proof Coin

210590

$100.00

  • $1
  • 99.9% Ag
  • 1 oz
  • 40.00 mm
  • proof
  • 5000
  • S. Stojanovic

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Seasons Change

2019 $1 Fine Silver Frosted Uncirculated Coin

311547

$80.00

  • $1 99.9% Ag 1 oz 40.00 mm frosted uncirculated
  • 5000
  • S. Stojanovic

25th Anniversary of the Silver Kangaroo

2018 Fine Silver Frosted Coin & Bar Set

10095

$325.00

  • $1
  • 99.9% Ag
  • coin 1 oz bar 2 oz / coin 40.00 mm bar 50.00 mm x 80.00 mm

  • coin-frosted uncirculated
  • bar-reverse proof
  • 5 000
  • S. Stojanovic

Australian Domestic sales only.

25th Anniversary of the Kangaroo Series

2018 $10 Selectively Gold Plated Fine Silver Proof Coin

10130

$500.00

  • $10
  • 99.9% Ag
  • 5 oz
  • 65.10 mm
  • proof
  • 1993
  • S. Stojanovic

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  • Australian Numismatist 1996 Golden Jubilee Issue

    Australian Numismatist 1996 Golden Jubilee Issue

    AUSTRALIAN NUMISMATIST 1996 GOLDEN JUBILEE ISSUE Publication of the NUMISMATIC ASSOCIATION OF VICTORIA (incorporating the Numismatic Society of Victoria, founded 1914, and the Association of Australian Numismatists (Melb.), 1939) NUMISMATIC ASSOCIATION OF VICTORIA Founded 1946 ***** Office Bearers for 1996 President: Mr. Trevor DAVIES Vice Presidents: Mr. Len HENDERSON Mr. Terry PEPPERELL Secretary: Mr. Frank ROBINSON Treasurer: Mr. Peter HAMILTON Councillors Mr. Marc BÉOUTIS MBA Mr. Bob DONALDSON Mr. Peter GOLDSMITH Mrs. Joan HENDERSON Mr. Len HENDERSON Mr. Frank ROBINSON Archivist: Mr. Len HENDERSON Editor "Australian Numismatist": Mr. Marc BÉOUTIS MBA Editor Newsletter: Mr. Len HENDERSON Librarian: Mr. Bob DONALDSON Recipients of the N.A.V. "Award of Merit" 1969 Mr. H. J. JENKIN 1971 Mr. E. PHILPOTTS 1973 Mr. R. T. N. JEWELL, FRNS 1979 Mrs. J. SIMON, BEM 1986 Mrs. B. TURVEY 1989 Mr. L. T. PEPPERELL 1992 Mr. H. J. PRANGE 1994 Mr. D. WICKS 1995 Dr. J. CHAPMAN AUSTRALIAN NUMISMATIST 1996 GOLDEN JUBILEE ISSUE Publication of the NUMISMATIC ASSOCIATION OF VICTORIA (incorporating the Numismatic Society of Victoria, founded 1914, and the Association of Australian Numismatists (Melb.), 1939) Registered by Australia Post Publication Nº VBH 2254 Print Post Approved 342975/00002 NUMISMATIC ASSOCIATION OF VICTORIA P.O. Box 615D, G.P.O. Melbourne Australian Numismatist, 1996 Contents Davis, T President’s Foreword 1 Faringdon-Davis, G When Your Number Comes Up 4 Henderson, Len Our Own Medals 6 Ferdinand, Hans The Striking of the 15 Year Continuous 50 Membership Badge (from the Archives) Young, Ian Reminiscences of a Coin Collector 52 Robinson, Frank Australian Decimal Currency 58 Stoyles, Bart Australian Decimal Currency Medals 97 (from the Archives) Wall, Peter B Warrnambool and Eaglehawk, 105 a Numismatic Tale of Two Towns Goldsmith, Peter The Ming Dynasty’s First Emperor - 110 His Capital City and Coinage All articles printed herein remain the property of the authors.