ISSUE ISSUE 114 JUNE 2017

© ABC 2017 DEARCOLLECTOR CONTENTS Featured Products 4 A MESSAGE FROM THE CEO Bananas in Pyjamas 4 2 3 The Western Front: 6 Passchendaele and Bullecourt The past few months have been busy with the Trans-Australian Tour hitting the tracks and visiting Orange, Mildura, Mandurah and Perth recently. Our team have had a A War Close to Home 8 great time meeting so many of you and giving you the opportunity to trade for the Pride and Passion 10 latest products, get fresh change and stamp a special coin. Rolled Coin Pack 12

The June Mint Issue reflects on a number of military themes that have been Silver and Gold Sets 14 important in shaping the fabric of . From the latest instalments in the Western Front series featuring the battles of Passchendaele and Bullecourt on page 6 Products 16 to the A War Close to Home collection reflecting on wars that have been fought on Lest We Forget 16 Australian soil, page 8. In this issue we also celebrate the 25th anniversary of Bananas 1 4 in Pyjamas with a two coin set featuring Australia’s first ever coloured five cent coin. Front Line Angels 17 1 The Today Show presenting the weather from the Mint. 3 2017 Sydney Royal Easter Show. I’m sure this will be a hit with fans both young and old of the popular ABC program. Sir Jack Brabham 18 2 Enlighten 2017 at the Mint. 4 The Trans-Australian Tour in Orange. Check out this unique set on page 5. Commonwealth Games – Borobi 19 Congratulations to Leandra who was the winner of our quiz in the April Mint Issue. Holden Heritage Collection 20 This issue we have another quiz to test out your coin knowledge so put on your YOUR CHANCE thinking cap and give it a go for your chance to win! Centenary of the Trans-Australian Railway 21 Enjoy the issue. TO WIN! Catalogue 22 Answer the question below to go into the draw to win a Meet the Minties 24

2017 Coloured Frosted Uncirculated Two Coin Set – From the Vault 25 Bananas in Pyjamas 25th Anniversary! What’s On 26 What did England need to give Australia before the gold could be turned into money? Ross MacDiarmid A Permission to have a mint B Coin designs C A nice pat on the back D Gold purity certificates Chief Executive Officer Disappearing Soon 27 Royal Australian Mint Send your response to [email protected] with the subject heading ‘Mint Issue 114 – Quiz’. Responses must reach the Mint by 5 pm on Monday 26 June 2017. Want to be tested some more? Check out the ‘Quizling’ section on our website. The correct response to last month’s quiz was ‘A’ watching them in the wild. NEW

25TH ANNIVERSARY

BANANAS IN PYJAMAS

Australia’s first ever coloured five cent coin has paired up with the 20 cent coin in a bright and cheerful two coin set to 2017 Coloured Frosted Uncirculated Two Coin Set $30.00 celebrate 25 years of the Bananas in Pyjamas. 311292

The Bananas in Pyjamas are an iconic staple of children’s * Stories are featured on the inside of the coin folder and on the back of the outer sleeve. viewing. This set, which is a timely follow-on from the sold out Play School collection, features the Bananas on fun book- like packaging. The reverse design of the 20c showcases the Bananas in Pyjamas chasing teddy bears and the 5c depicts the Bananas and Rat in a Hat so that you can take the whole gang home with you!

This fun collection also includes two entertaining stories* Nominal Specifications to enjoy which makes a great gift for the little ones as well. 20c CuNi 11.30 g 28.52 mm frosted uncirculated 30 000 Royal Australian Mint 5c CuNi 2.83 g 19.41 mm frosted uncirculated 30 000 Royal Australian Mint © ABC 2017 4 5 NEW

THE WESTERN FRONT

PASSCHENDAELE AND BULLECOURT

The Western Front series continues with a tribute to the battles that took place at Passchendaele and Bullecourt. 2017 50c Uncirculated coin – The Battle of Bullecourt $10.00 Australian troops of the 4th and 12th Division launched 310983 attacks at Bullecourt (then occupied by Germany) in 1917, 2017 50c Uncirculated coin – as part of a wider British effort to break through German lines The Battle of Passchendaele $10.00 near Arras in the First World War. Battles on the Western Front 311254 continued into mid-1917 when their focus shifted north into Belgium, where the British were planning a major offensive. Known as the Third Battle of Ypres, its purpose was to capture Passchendaele village and advance towards the coastline.

These coins commemorate two battles on the ‘Western Front’ Nominal Specifications and honour those that fought and gave their lives. 50c CuNi 15.55 g 31.51 mm Uncirculated 15 000 E. Llewellen 50c CuNi 15.55 g 31.51 mm Uncirculated 15 000 E. Llewellen

6 7 NEW

OFFICIAL ANZAC CENTENARY COIN PROGRAM

A WAR CLOSE TO HOME

Through the eyes of a nation not accustomed to conflict at 2017 $1 Uncirculated Four Coin Set home, war in our otherwise peaceful region still seems hard $30.00 311282 to comprehend so many years later. Uniquely told on these Australian legal tender coins is the story of how war arrived in our region and how we managed a successful defence against experienced and motivated aggressors. Featuring four highly detailed commemorative coins, reflecting on events during the Second World War including Sydney Harbour, the Coral Sea, Milne Bay and on the Kokoda Track, this collection honours the memory of all who served.

Nominal Specifications $1 AIBr 9.00 g 25.00 mm Uncirculated 15 000 E. Llewellen

8 9 BONUS 50c CIRCULATING COIN

NEW

2017 50C FINE SILVER PROOF COIN

PRIDE AND PASSION

In National Reconciliation Week the nation commemorates 2017 50c Fine Silver Proof Coin two milestone events. $80.00 210609 On 27 May 1967, Australian voters were asked if they wanted to remove two negative statements about Commemorating the 50th anniversary Indigenous Australians in their Constitution. Australians of the 1967 referendum and voted overwhelmingly to remove the offending passages. 25th anniversary of the Mabo decision Twenty-five years later on 3 June 1992, the recognised the land rights of the Meriam people, the traditional owners of the Murray Islands in the Torres Strait. Designed in collaboration with Boneta-Marie Mabo, this fine silver proof coin also comes with a bonus 50 cent circulating version of the same design and is a fitting commemoration to Nominal Specifications both of these achievements. 50c 99.9% Ag 18.24 g 31.51 mm proof 5000 B. Mabo and Royal Australian Mint 10 11 NEW

2017 STANDARD CIRCULATING COINS

ROLLED COIN PACK

For the first time you have the chance to purchase 2017 Standard Design Circulating Coins in a roll. The rolled 2017 Standard Circulating Coin Rolled Coin Pack $220.00 coin pack contains one of each denomination. Rolls will 710128 not be sold separately. Stock is extremely limited at 5000 sets, so make sure you head to our eshop or call our Contact Centre now!

* Returns not accepted on this product. For full nominal specifications for the 2017 Standard Circulating Coin Set ** Heads and tails are not guaranteed. visit eshop.ramint.gov.au 12 13 NEW

2017 PROOF YEAR SETS

GOLD AND SILVER

For many years, the Mint has celebrated the unwavering 2017 Gold Proof Year Set fondness for its circulating coins by creating special editions $9995.00 struck in silver and gold. These stunning 2017 Proof Year Sets Limited mintage of 50 sets 210577 are no exception and the ultimate must-have for every collection. 2017 Silver Proof Year Set Limited mintage of 1000 sets $350.00 With an extremely limited mintage of only 50 sets for the 210570 2017 Gold Proof Year Set and 1000 for the 2017 Fine Silver Proof Year Set, these will fly off the shelf. Be sure to get in quick as these sets won’t be available for long.

For full nominal specifications for the 2017 Gold and Silver Six Coin Proof Year Sets, visit eshop.ramint.gov.au 14 15 OFFICIAL ANZAC CENTENARY COIN PROGRAM OFFICIAL ANZAC CENTENARY COIN PROGRAM

Lest We Forget Front Line Angels

As Australia pauses to remember those who have made the Nurses have played a critical role in Australian military history, ultimate sacrifice in times of war, the celebrated art of Napier tending to the needs of sick and wounded soldiers as well as Waller from the takes pride of place civilians whose lives have been affected by war. in colour on this collectible version of the newest circulating Showcasing the spectacular stained glass artwork created coin. Featuring the ‘C’ for mintmark, this coin will by Napier Waller at the Australian War Memorial, this unique strike a chord with history buffs, military enthusiasts and the triangular coin is the second to feature a stained glass window families of those who have served. and reflects on the tireless devotion of service nurses, a You can also purchase the 2017 $2 Lest We Forget Coloured universally touching theme many will want to own. Circulated Coin Pack containing 5 coins with a limit of 3 sachets per order. 2017 $5 Coloured Fine Silver Proof Triangular Coin $90.00 2017 $2 ‘C’ Mintmark Coloured 210555 Uncirculated Coin $15.00 311264 2017 $2 Lest We Forget Coloured Circulating Five Coin Pack $10.00 511045

Nominal Specifications Nominal Specifications $2 AIBr 6.60 g 20.50 mm uncirculated 40 000 T. Dean $5 Ag 22.23 g 33.90 mm proof 10 000 A. Stokic

16 17 2017 50C COLOURED UNCIRCULATED COIN XXI COMMONWEALTH GAMES

Sir Jack Brabham Borobi

The story of three-time Formula One World Champion Sir Across the globe, sporting greats are preparing their minds John ‘Jack’ Brabham AO OBE is one of the brightest chapters in and bodies for the XXI Commonwealth Games. Australia’s Gold Australian motorsport history. Coast is getting ready for a grand celebration of sport, unity, courage and achievement. Brabham won the 1948 Australian Speedcar Championship and also became the only racing car driver to win a Formula Excited that this magnificent sporting event is being held One World Championship in a car that he built himself. in his hometown Borobi the unstoppable Koala and official mascot of the Gold Coast , This dynamic coloured coin is sure to appeal to those inspired has teamed with the Mint to mark the XXI Games with this by Australian sporting greats. specially minted $1 coin. With a fun colourful design and the first coin to be released with a 2018 date, make sure you don’t 2017 50c Coloured Uncirculated Coin $13.50 310952 let this unique coin pass you by.

2018 $1 Coloured Frosted Uncirculated Coin $15.00 311558

Nominal Specifications Nominal Specifications 50c CuNi 15.55 g 31.51 mm uncirculated 30 000 A. Baggio $1 AIBr 9.00 g 25.00 mm Frosted Uncirculated unlimited Royal Australian Mint

18 19 HOLDEN HERITAGE COLLECTION 2017 MINTMARK SERIES

Centenary of the Drive Down Memory Lane Trans-Australian Railway

Commemorating 160 years of Holden in Australia, For 100 years the Trans-Australian Railway line has united east the Holden Heritage Collection evokes a sense of nostalgia. to west. These coins pay tribute to the iconic journey between Reflecting on eleven well known models, each coin in the east and west that was instrumental in connecting our nation series tells part of the iconic Holden story. after federation. The four-coin uncirculated set includes a full set of ‘C’ for Canberra, ‘S’ for Sydney, ‘B’ for Brisbane and ‘M’ for Individual Coins $15.00 Melbourne mintmark/privy marks while the silver proof coin See order form for product numbers. features a ‘C’ for Canberra mintmark. With the 2017 $10 Gold Proof Coin in the series selling out quickly, make sure to place your orders quickly before the train leaves the station!

2017 Four Coin Uncirculated Mintmark and Privy Mark Set $22.50 311269 2017 $1 Fine Silver Proof Coin $50.00 210561

Nominal Specifications Nominal Specifications $1 AIBr 9.00 g 25.00 mm uncirculated 15 000 T. Dean 50c CuNi 31.51 mm 15.55 g uncirculated 30 000 D. Neale $1 99.9% Ag 11.66 g 25.00 mm proof 4500 T. Dean

20 21 Alphabet Collection CATALOGUE 2017 Six Coin Proof Baby Set $125.00 ADD THESE ITEMS TO YOUR COLLECTION 210500

For full nominal specifications for the 2017 Six Coin Proof Baby Set, visit eshop.ramint.gov.au.

Six Coin Year Sets Effigy of an Era Alphabet Collection 2017 Uncirculated Baby Set 2017 Six Coin Proof Set $100.00 210499 $45.00 310926 For full nominal specifications, visit eshop.ramint.gov.au For full nominal specifications for the 2017 Six Coin Uncirculated Baby Set + Coloured Token, visit eshop.ramint.gov.au

Six Coin Year Sets Colouring in Book Effigy of an Era Animal Alphabet Coins 2017 Six Coin Uncirculated Set $25.00 Colouring Book $10.00 310929 711331 For full nominal specifications, visit eshop.ramint.gov.au

22 23 MEET THE MINTIES FROM THE VAULT TONY WALKER WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN THE 1920 SOVEREIGN (SYDNEY)

Tony has been working at the Mint since Monday 24 July 1995. Tony has become a causal coin collector since starting at the Our new Treasures of the National Coin Collection exhibition Approximately 360 000 sovereigns were minted in 1920 He began working in the Facilities Management section and Mint. One of his favourite coins in his collection is the Past, currently on show at the Mint has some of the rarest and however it is unknown how many of these were actually dated now is the Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP) Maintenance Present & Future Ten Dollar Silver Proof Coins with each coin extraordinary coins in Australia on display. One of the unique 1920. Some researchers believe that many 1920-dated coins Technician at the Mint. reflecting on a theme from a uniquely Australian perspective. and rare objects on show is the 1920 Sovereign. were melted down, others think that 1919-dated coins are included in this calendar mintage figure. Collectors only began In this role Tony is always busy with tasks including “ensuring For Tony the favourite part of his role is the variety that each day While it’s hard to say for sure why this coin is so rare, this is in to discover the true rarity of the coin in the second half of the the operation of the plant itself is in working order, mechanical brings, put simply, “it’s a great place to work!” part attributed to the volatility in production of sovereigns 20th century. maintenance of the plant, chemical analysis, regulatory * Want to read more about how the Mint is keeping during the 1920s - changes to Australia’s national economic compliance and support to the blank preparation team”. The environmentally friendly? Visit our website to read output, declining gold production, significant changes to To see this unique object and more be sure to check out WWTP is operated under the Icon Trade Waste agreement the latest copy of our annual report which highlights exchange rates and the repatriation of Australia’s national debt the Treasures of the National Coin Collection exhibition which sets out criteria for the water that we are allowed to all the great work we are doing in this area. following the First World War, all played a role. currently on show at the Mint. discharge into the sewer to make sure it is environmentally safe. The Mint is committed to environmental sustainability and this is just one of the ways in which we ensure we monitor our environmental impact*.

24 25 HAVE YOU GOT THESE IN YOUR WHAT’S ON COLLECTION? NEWS FROM ACROSS THE MINT With so many great pieces being released each month it’s easy to miss adding something to your collection. Have you got all of these? Be quick, they won’t be around for too much longer!

Tidbit Tuesday and From the Vault Friday Trans-Australian Tour $12.50 $19.95 $100.00 Have you seen our Tidbit Tuesday and From the Vault Friday The Mint is all aboard and making tracks to a town near on Facebook and Twitter? Make sure you follow us to see year with the Trans-Australian Tour to celebrate one hundred interesting stories, images and facts from our extensive years since the establishment of the Trans-Australian Railway. archive like the rare 19th century Taoist exorcist coin sword, June 2017 pictured below. NSW: Wollongong, Newcastle, Coffs Harbour. QLD: Gold Coast, Brisbane. Lock up your boss August 2017 Our CEO Ross MacDiarmid is entering the virtual prison in VIC: Geelong, Ballarat, Shepparton. Stuart Devlin Stuart Devlin – 2017 Kangaroo Series 2017 to raise funds for Lifeline Canberra. The only way to get October 2017 Revisiting a Vision The Designer with the Midas Touch 2017 $1 Fine Silver Proof Coin him out of the virtual slammer is by raising enough money by NSW: Wagga Wagga. 2017 2c Bronze Uncirculated Coin Biography of Australia's Circulating Coin Designer 210466 9 June 2017 so he can make bail. If you would like to donate 311544 711329 VIC: Mildura, Deniliquin. visit lockupyourboss2017.gofundraise.com.au and search SA: Adelaide, Port Augusta, Murray Bridge. Ross MacDiarmid, Good luck Ross! $80.00 $25.00 $100.00

2017 Kangaroo Series 50th anniversary of the 50th anniversary of 2017 $1 Fine Silver Frosted Uncirculated Coin Battle of Long Tan Decimal Currency 310917 2016 $5 Uncirculated Coin 2016 Six Coin Proof Year Set 311249 210414 26 Tel: 1300 652 020 – 8.30 am to 5.00 pm Mon – Fri AEST (cost of local call Australia-wide) International Tel: +61 2 6202 6800 | Fax: +61 2 6202 6953 Royal Australian Mint, Locked Bag 31, Kingston ACT 2604, Australia www.ramint.gov.au | eshop.ramint.gov.au

NB: Coins shown in this catalogue are not actual size unless stated. Coin images in this catalogue are a rendered representation of the actual coins. All prices are inclusive of GST. For full nominal coin specifications please visit our website. All products are subject to availability. All products will be available from Sunday 4 June 2017 at the Coin Shop and eShop unless otherwise stated. All information is correct as of time of printing.

Abbreviations: Unc – Uncirculated | Frunc – Frosted Uncirculated | Circ – Circulated | SGP – Selectively Gold Plated | BU – Brilliant Uncirculated © Commonwealth of Australia 2017