LOT 311 LOT 314 LOT 315 LOT 316 Welcome to our last sale for 2010, and once again it is a stunner! Thanks as always to the numerous vendors for providing such an interesting and saleable selection. Those that again were too slow off the mark and missed this sale have already been allocated spaces in the next sale where possible. Please note: the cut off dates for the next sale will most likely be before Christmas, due to the very high demand for inclusions. The next auction, Sale 73, will be held in March 2011, and I will again feature our usual amazing selection of rare Coins and Banknotes. Some Sale 72 Auction Highlights and more… One of the key highlights in this sale is the “Finest Known” 19221/2 Over- in strong demand from those looking to upgrade, or for a premium “Type” date Threepence, a truly rare and significant offering that has never been note. Given this note catalogues at $265,000, at the current estimate or publicly sold before. It is rare that a new example of such a rare coin comes less it would prove keen buying, given its attractiveness and rarity. There onto the market to challenge what is the established hierarchy, so on the are also several George V notes in UNC which I would recommend looking rare occasions this happens it is a significant event. Suffice to say that at at closely, as these issues just aren’t turning up in high grade any more, it’s estimate, this coin is a serious bargain, and will be sure to attract ap- and are seldom offered now, along with some bargain Specimen notes, and propriate interest (see the story at the back for more details on this coin). some rare Pre Federation issues. Another highlight is the 1799 Holey Dollar. Not only is this coin in the top 5% of Holey Dollars grade wise, with lovely strong and clear countermarks, Other Points Of Interest- The biggest recent news is that the proposed but it also has one of the best pedigrees I have ever seen. Seriously, go and changes to Superannuation in the “Cooper Report” that appeared to be read it all in full under Lot 311, and be impressed, as I certainly was. set to impact on our market, have been rescinded. The Labor Party, in a recent media release stated “A re-elected Gillard Labor Government will The Taylor Patterns are a series that have really come into their own re- ensure that from 1 July 2011 collectables and personal use assets owned cently, and here we present two rare Copper issues, a Sixpence and a by self managed superannuation funds (SMSFs) must be stored according Shilling. This is an issue with a great historical back story that has been to new rules to prevent them from giving rise to a personal benefit. SMSFs steadily rising in price as recognition for them grows. These lots then make can continue to invest in personal use and collectable assets provided they ideal starting points for someone wanting to get into this series, as well as are held according to these new legislative standards that will ensure the great standalone investment pieces. Other coins of note include a Rare assets do not give rise to a personal benefit and are held for the purposes Type 7 Kookaburra Penny 1920. This is the type coin for anyone wanting to of providing retirement benefits. Existing assets that cannot meet these make a date set (an ideal way to go in this now quite expensive series), as rules must be sold within five years.” This is great news for our industry, the Type 8, 9 and 10 are rarely offered, with only a handful of each in exist- and means that those who use their Superfund’s to invest in coins and ence. Finally, we again have on offer an 1887S Gold 2 Pound piece. This banknotes can continue to do so. example (whilst not quite as good as the one sold in Sale 70), is offered at around half of that coins price. This represents great buying for a coin of this We know also that the Liberal position on Super in the past has always rarity as this coin is the second finest of only four known, and this coin has been very positive, and they have again reinforced this position to us, so also not been sighted in the market for over 25 years. The coin selection this is great news all around. Thanks must go to the ANDA Committee for its also includes part two of the “One Tonne” collection, which has everything unrelenting activity in pursuing this to its happy conclusion. Special thanks from bulk and mint issues to Gem UNC Pre Decimal and Key Date coins in too must go to Mr. Rob Jackman for all his hard work and his devotion to it, such as a choice 1925 Penny. Along with this is some superior grade Pre this cause, which will have the end result of bettering our industry, to the Decimal Proof coins, and a selection of Numismatic and Bullion Gold, GB, benefit of every person both collector and dealer, involved in it. Every sign World, Proclamation and Ancient coins, and much more. now points to this being a great time to buy, with prices sure to increase in many areas in the immediate future as we finally shrug off the malaise Banknotes of note include a note that is seldom offered on the market in of recent economic events. This Sale provides many great opportunities any grade. The ES&A Emergency 1 Pound Superscribed 1914 is a special for the smart buyer, so please don’t hesitate to contact me if you wish to issue produced during WW I as Emergency currency, and is the only pre discuss anything further, or require any further details on any lots. Happy Federation issue included in the Pre Decimal series. This note has great collecting to all! eye appeal, and is one of the finest of this rare issue known. One of the most attractive notes I have seen is also on offer in this sale. The 10 Pound Please Note: We will be accepting items for the next auction, Sale 73 (to be design is always one that has been admired, and the notes of the “square” held in March 2011), from now until late December 2010 or until we are full. series have lovely colour, especially when they are in the superb grade as Please contact us Now about any consignments you have that you wish to this note is. Large issue notes in high grade are a rare thing, and are always include in our next sale to ensure that you don’t miss out. Please Note: There will be no interstate viewing due to viewing at the Sydney ANDA fair. There will still be the usual limited viewing for interstate dealers in our Offices: Friday 3rd September From 9am to 5pm – By Prior Appointment Only: Level 2 - Sonata, Cnr. Qld Ave & Surf Pde. Broadbeach. Phone: (07) 55 380 300 or Mobile: 0412 722 043 (9-5 Mon to Fri Please.) Email: [email protected] Website: www.iagauctions.com Direct Bank Payments/Postage: Please advise us if you are paying by electronic transfer, to ensure that your payments get processed effectively. Make sure to include your name and in- voice number in your payment. Please note that items won’t usually be dispatched before three days after cleared payment Important Auction Information: has been confirmed. Where possible, items will be posted on a Monday or Tuesday. Viewing & Auction: Sofitel Gold Coast (81 Surf Parade Broad- beach) - Sorrento Room (Level 3), on the day of Sale, Sunday Bank: ANZ Broadbeach 5th September 2010 from 12pm - 3pm. The Auction will then Account: Paradise Coins Pty Ltd. commence at 3pm. We estimate that this sale will take approxi- T/A International Auction Galleries mately 3 hours to complete. There will also be limited view- BSB: 014 513 ing for interstate clients only on Friday 3rd September, strictly Account No: 1027 43868 by appointment, in our offices from 9-5pm. The Oasis Shop- ping Centre (next door to the Sofitel Hotel, right in the heart of Broadbeach) has plenty of Car Parking for those wishing to Happy Collecting to All. attend the Auction. Viewing in person is highly recommended, especially on many of the lots without photographs and on the unreserved end lots. Interstate Viewing: There will be no additional interstate view- ing this sale due to the prior viewing held at the ANDA Sydney fair in August. Please call our office if you have any further en- 1 Brazil 2000 Reis 1855. Attractive old tone. quiries on (07) 55 380300. UNC $80-90 Payment: All amounts are in Australian Dollars. Credit Cards (accepted with signature & full address details): MasterCard, 2 British North Borneo 1 Cent 1886H. Visa & AMEX only. A Surcharge of 3% will also be applied to Trace of red. UNC all AMEX card charges only. $60-70 Buyers Premium: A 16.5% total Buyers Premium will be added on to the knock-down price of all lots. Additional credit card charges will be waived with any payments made with either Visa or MasterCard. Postal Bidders: Will be advised of successful bids, and items will be dispatched only upon receipt of payment in full. Unsuc- cessful postal bidders will be notified, and will receive an auc- tion prices realised. All postal bidders please note bids must be 3 Cocos Keeling Islands 25 Cents 1913.