perth mint 2012 july collectable coin catalogue

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th20 century. Acquired by the Government of Western Australia in 1970 and empowered by the Commonwealth Government in 1986 to issue gold, silver and platinum legal tender, it is renowned internationally for the outstanding quality of its collector and investor coins which reflect a 113-year tradition of minting excellence.

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1211CAAA 2oz Gold Proof Koala Coin $5,250.001231DAAA 1oz Gold High Relief Koala Coin $2,990.001211GAAA 1/10oz Gold Proof Koala Coin $329.001211IAAA 1/25oz Gold Proof Koala Coin $145.00

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Fine gold and flawless minting make collecting annual koalas a joy.

SPECTACULARHIGH RELIEF COIN

1oz High Relief Coin

1/10oz 1/25oz2oz

Australian Koala2012 Gold Proof Coin Series

Meticulously struck from 99.99% pure gold, these beautiful proof coins from the annual Australian Koala series, depict a brilliant new design featuring Australia’s best loved marsupial. The new design, available in a range of sizes, captures a sleepy koala resting on the branch of eucalyptus tree. When the cuddly koala wakes, lunch is never far away, because the leaves of this tree are its favourite snack.

The high relief 1oz coin has been struck on an extra thick blank, to enhance the design depth. Housed in a luxury display case with jarrah timber lid, each coin is issued as Australian legal tender and is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

No more than 250 2oz, 2,000 1oz, 5,000 1/10oz and 15,000 1/25oz coins will be issued by The Perth Mint.

Meticulously struck from 99.99% pure gold, these beautiful proof coins from the annual Australian Koala series, depict a brilliant new design featuring Australia’s best loved marsupial. The new design, available in a range of sizes, captures a sleepy koala resting on the branch of eucalyptus tree. When the cuddly koala wakes, lunch is never far away, because the leaves of this tree are its favourite snack.

The high relief 1oz coin has been struck on an extra thick blank, to enhance the design depth. Housed in a luxury display case with jarrah timber lid, each coin is issued as Australian legal tender and is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

No more than 250 2oz, 2,000 1oz, 5,000 1/10oz and 15,000 1/25oz coins will be issued by The Perth Mint.

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1211CAAA 2oz Gold Proof Koala Coin $5,250.001231DAAA 1oz Gold High Relief Koala Coin $2,990.001211GAAA 1/10oz Gold Proof Koala Coin $329.001211IAAA 1/25oz Gold Proof Koala Coin $145.00

NEWRELEASE

Fine gold and flawless minting make collecting annual koalas a joy.

1oz High Relief Coin

1/10oz 1/25oz2oz

Australian Koala2012 Gold Proof Coin Series

1234DAAA 1oz Silver Proof High Relief Coin $110.00

This great annual release features a truly home grown design, depicting a kangaroo set in the outback with a bush scene and windmill. Struck by The Perth Mint from 99.9% pure silver in proof quality, the coin is issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965.

To enhance the coin’s design, the blank is extra deep to accommodate the superb detailing.

Subject to a mintage of 20,000, the 2012 high relief coin comes in a classic display case with beautifully illustrated shipper and numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

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High relief and ahome grown design.

Australian Kangaroo 2012 1oz Silver Proof High Relief Coin

KANGAROO2012 AUSTRALIAN

1234DAAA 1oz Silver Proof High Relief Coin $110.00

This great annual release features a truly home grown design, depicting a kangaroo set in the outback with a bush scene and windmill. Struck by The Perth Mint from 99.9% pure silver in proof quality, the coin is issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965.

To enhance the coin’s design, the blank is extra deep to accommodate the superb detailing.

Subject to a mintage of 20,000, the 2012 high relief coin comes in a classic display case with beautifully illustrated shipper and numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

NEWRELEASE

High relief and ahome grown design.

Australian Kangaroo 2012 1oz Silver Proof High Relief Coin

KANGAROO2012 AUSTRALIAN

12S04AAA 1oz Silver Proof Emperor Penguin Coin $107.00

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until midday 5 July 2012 WST

NEWRELEASE

A magnificent tribute to the grand Emperor Penguin.

Australian Antarctic Territory SeriesEmperor Penguin2012 1oz Silver Proof Coin

Distinguished by a bright red-orange bill and white eye patches, the Emperor Penguin is the largest of 17 penguin species, the deepest diver of any bird, and the only animal to winter on Antarctica's open ice. In order to survive the biting cold, Emperor Penguins are very social creatures that huddle together to conserve warmth.

The coin’s reverse depicts a mature penguin with its chick, and a colony of Emperor Penguins in colour. The background incorporates the outline of the Antarctic continent bordered by the inscriptions 2012 – EMPEROR PENGUIN and AUSTRALIAN ANTARCTIC TERRITORY.

Struck from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality, the coin is issued as Australian legal tender.

Limited to a mintage of 7,500, the coins are presented in a classic display case with stylised, themed shipper and numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

12S04AAA 1oz Silver Proof Emperor Penguin Coin $107.00

NEWRELEASE

A magnificent tribute to the grand Emperor Penguin.

Australian Antarctic Territory SeriesEmperor Penguin2012 1oz Silver Proof Coin

Distinguished by a bright red-orange bill and white eye patches, the Emperor Penguin is the largest of 17 penguin species, the deepest diver of any bird, and the only animal to winter on Antarctica's open ice. In order to survive the biting cold, Emperor Penguins are very social creatures that huddle together to conserve warmth.

The coin’s reverse depicts a mature penguin with its chick, and a colony of Emperor Penguins in colour. The background incorporates the outline of the Antarctic continent bordered by the inscriptions 2012 – EMPEROR PENGUIN and AUSTRALIAN ANTARCTIC TERRITORY.

Struck from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality, the coin is issued as Australian legal tender.

Limited to a mintage of 7,500, the coins are presented in a classic display case with stylised, themed shipper and numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

NEWRELEASE

A baby has a special way of adding joy in every single day.

NEW SERIES

Australian Bush Babies II – Kookaburra2012 1/2oz Silver Proof Coin

Anyone who has heard the kookaburra’s famous call will tell you how uncannily like human laughter it is. This heartfelt design of an adorable baby kookaburra captures all the character and charm of this unique creature. This species of bird is extra special, and holds an iconic place in Australian culture. The design also features a friendly Australian insect and delicately frosted representations of bush flowers.

Struck by The Perth Mint from 1/2oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality, the coin is issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965.

Housed in a display case and shipper portraying more stunning imagery, no more than 10,000 of these coins will be released.

Forthcoming Releases: Possum, Echidna, Platypus, Wombat

Full Series Subscription Available. Secure all five coins in this series by ordering the full series subscription.

Pay for each individual coin plus delivery upon release.

12S86AAA 1/2oz Silver Proof Kookaburra Coin $67.50BB2SUB12 Full Series Subscription $337.50DCSTDPLAS2 Five-Coin Series Display Sleeve $14.95

NEWRELEASE

A baby has a special way of adding joy in every single day.

NEW SERIES

Australian Bush Babies II – Kookaburra2012 1/2oz Silver Proof Coin

Anyone who has heard the kookaburra’s famous call will tell you how uncannily like human laughter it is. This heartfelt design of an adorable baby kookaburra captures all the character and charm of this unique creature. This species of bird is extra special, and holds an iconic place in Australian culture. The design also features a friendly Australian insect and delicately frosted representations of bush flowers.

Struck by The Perth Mint from 1/2oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality, the coin is issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965.

Housed in a display case and shipper portraying more stunning imagery, no more than 10,000 of these coins will be released.

Forthcoming Releases: Possum, Echidna, Platypus, Wombat

Full Series Subscription Available. Secure all five coins in this series by ordering the full series subscription.

Pay for each individual coin plus delivery upon release.

12S86AAA 1/2oz Silver Proof Kookaburra Coin $67.50BB2SUB12 Full Series Subscription $337.50DCSTDPLAS2 Five-Coin Series Display Sleeve $14.95

12T49AAA 5oz Silver Proof Chinese Dragon Coin $499.00

No more than 1,000 of these coins will be released in presentation packaging with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Commissioned product struck by The Perth Mint.

Available for delivery from 12 July 2012.

A magnificent airborne creature of the reptile kingdom, the Chinese Dragon rules over the elements of air and water. Struck by The Perth Mint from a hefty 5oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality, the coin’s dragon emblem is believed to bring power, strength, prosperity and good luck.

For those born in the dragon year, the year 2012 celebrates the qualities of this fantastic beast. Other year dates of people ruled by this ancient lunar sign include 1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988 and 2000.

The reverse of the Tuvalu legal tender coin depicts two spectacular coloured dragons with a representation of a pearl, signifying eternal wisdom. The design also includes a fish motif, representing abundance and harmony.

Obverse shown smallerthan actual size of 65.60mm

NEWRELEASE

Dragons destined to delight!

Dragons of Legend Special Edition2012 5oz Chinese Dragon Coin

12T49AAA 5oz Silver Proof Chinese Dragon Coin $499.00

No more than 1,000 of these coins will be released in presentation packaging with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Available for delivery from 12 July 2012.

A magnificent airborne creature of the reptile kingdom, the Chinese Dragon rules over the elements of air and water. Struck by The Perth Mint from a hefty 5oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality, the coin’s dragon emblem is believed to bring power, strength, prosperity and good luck.

For those born in the dragon year, the year 2012 celebrates the qualities of this fantastic beast. Other year dates of people ruled by this ancient lunar sign include 1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988 and 2000.

The reverse of the Tuvalu legal tender coin depicts two spectacular coloured dragons with a representation of a pearl, signifying eternal wisdom. The design also includes a fish motif, representing abundance and harmony.

Obverse shown smallerthan actual size of 65.60mm

NEWRELEASE

Dragons destined to delight!

Dragons of Legend Special Edition2012 5oz Chinese Dragon Coin

NEWRELEASE

PREVIOUS RELEASES SOLD OUT

Deadly and Dangerous Funnel Web Spider 2012 1oz Silver Proof Coin

One sight of this creepy crawly sends shivers up the spine!

12T47AAA 1oz Silver Proof Spider Coin $109.00

The Australian Funnel Web Spider is one of the world’s deadliest spiders, recognised by their glossy black head and thorax. The insect’s size ranges from 1.5cm to 5cm in length – dependant on the species.

Funnel Web Spiders live in burrows below ground or other similarly sheltered positions above the ground. The mature male will wander at night, looking for a mate, and is the deliverer of the deadliest toxin.

Struck by The Perth Mint from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality, the Tuvalu legal tender coin’s reverse depicts a deadly Funnel Web Spider against a coloured background of its web and leaves.

Limited to a mintage of only 5,000, the coin is presented in a superb high-gloss timber display case, with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity and a shipper, emblazoned with the warning ‘DANGER!’

NEWRELEASE

PREVIOUS RELEASES SOLD OUT

Deadly and Dangerous Funnel Web Spider 2012 1oz Silver Proof Coin

One sight of this creepy crawly sends shivers up the spine!

12T47AAA 1oz Silver Proof Spider Coin $109.00

The Australian Funnel Web Spider is one of the world’s deadliest spiders, recognised by their glossy black head and thorax. The insect’s size ranges from 1.5cm to 5cm in length – dependant on the species.

Funnel Web Spiders live in burrows below ground or other similarly sheltered positions above the ground. The mature male will wander at night, looking for a mate, and is the deliverer of the deadliest toxin.

Struck by The Perth Mint from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality, the Tuvalu legal tender coin’s reverse depicts a deadly Funnel Web Spider against a coloured background of its web and leaves.

Limited to a mintage of only 5,000, the coin is presented in a superb high-gloss timber display case, with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity and a shipper, emblazoned with the warning ‘DANGER!’

12T50AAA 1oz Silver Proof Siberian Tiger Coin $114.50

Previous Releases: Giant Panda, Orangutan, Polar Bear, Black Rhinoceros

The Tuvalu legal tender coin’s reverse depicts a magnificent Siberian Tiger and cub in colour, set against a winter forest landscape. The coin is struck by The Perth Mint on behalf of Coin Club Australia from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality. With each purchase a donation of $1.99 is made to WWF Australia on your behalf.

The Siberian Tiger is easily recognised by its magnificent striped coat, whichis used as camouflage, with no two tigers displaying the same patterning. Sadly, poaching is still a significant threat to Siberian Tigers as they are prized by trophy hunters and their body parts are still used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Presented in themed packaging, a classic display case and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity, no more than 5,000 coins will be released. Do your part to save the Siberian Tiger and get a beautiful coin as a bonus!

NEWRELEASE

Help this noble beast survive.

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Wildlife in Need – Siberian Tiger2012 1oz Silver Proof Coin

12T50AAA 1oz Silver Proof Siberian Tiger Coin $114.50

Previous Releases: Giant Panda, Orangutan, Polar Bear, Black Rhinoceros

The Tuvalu legal tender coin’s reverse depicts a magnificent Siberian Tiger and cub in colour, set against a winter forest landscape. The coin is struck by The Perth Mint on behalf of Coin Club Australia from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality. With each purchase a donation of $1.99 is made to WWF Australia on your behalf.

The Siberian Tiger is easily recognised by its magnificent striped coat, whichis used as camouflage, with no two tigers displaying the same patterning. Sadly, poaching is still a significant threat to Siberian Tigers as they are prized by trophy hunters and their body parts are still used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Presented in themed packaging, a classic display case and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity, no more than 5,000 coins will be released. Do your part to save the Siberian Tiger and get a beautiful coin as a bonus!

NEWRELEASE

Help this noble beast survive.

FINAL COIN IN SERIES

Wildlife in Need – Siberian Tiger2012 1oz Silver Proof Coin

NEWRELEASE

Celebrate Australia – World Heritage Sites2012 $1 Coins and Five-Coin Collection

The beauty of our country celebrated across a stunning collection.

The designs feature each World Heritage site and a unique creature indigenous to that region. Presented in an eye-catching display card, buy one coin or spoil yourself and feast your eyes on the complete collection.

12R73AAD $1 Fraser Island Coin12R73BAD $1 Willandra Lakes Region Coin $14.9512R73CAD $1 Kakadu National Park Coin $14.9512R73DAD $1 Lord Howe Island Group Coin $14.9512R73EAD $1 Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park Coin $14.9512R73ZAD $1 Five-Coin Collection in Bonus Mini Album $69.95

$14.95

Five more fantastic World Heritage Sites are the inspiration behind these annual Celebrate Australia coins. It was a tough choice selecting the locations for this year’s designs, but our talented designers have done it again.

Struck in aluminium bronze, and released as Australian legal tender, the coins make wonderful holiday mementos or gifts.

Available as individual coins or as a five-coin collection in an album, the brilliant new releases celebrate Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, the Lord Howe Island Group, the Willandra Lakes Region, Fraser Island and Kakadu National Park.

Five more fantastic World Heritage Sites are the inspiration behind these annual Celebrate Australia coins. It was a tough choice selecting the locations for this year’s designs, but our talented designers have done it again.

Struck in aluminium bronze, and released as Australian legal tender, the coins make wonderful holiday mementos or gifts.

Available as individual coins or as a five-coin collection in an album, the brilliant new releases celebrate Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, the Lord Howe Island Group, the Willandra Lakes Region, Fraser Island and Kakadu National Park.

NEWRELEASE

Celebrate Australia – World Heritage Sites2012 $1 Coins and Five-Coin Collection

The beauty of our country celebrated across a stunning collection.

The designs feature each World Heritage site and a unique creature indigenous to that region. Presented in an eye-catching display card, buy one coin or spoil yourself and feast your eyes on the complete collection.

12R73AAD $1 Fraser Island Coin12R73BAD $1 Willandra Lakes Region Coin $14.9512R73CAD $1 Kakadu National Park Coin $14.9512R73DAD $1 Lord Howe Island Group Coin $14.9512R73EAD $1 Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park Coin $14.9512R73ZAD $1 Five-Coin Collection in Bonus Mini Album $69.95

$14.95

The ideal gift for the young collector in your life!

Previous Releases: Kangaroo, Monarch Butterfly

Forthcoming Releases: Sailfish, Rhinoceros Beetle, Rocket Frog

This incredible cat is the fastest sprinter on earth at around 113 kilometres an hour, compared to the fastest human who runs at a maximum speed of 37 kilometres per hour!

Naturally, the cheetah doesn’t run flat out all the time, it usually chases its prey at only about half its top speed and accelerates for short bursts. The cheetah's excellent eyesight helps it to target its prey, so watch out if you happen to be within striking distance!

The Australian legal tender coin’s reverse portrays a cheetah set against the coloured background of an African plain. The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark and monetary denomination are also incorporated in the design.

Presented in an informative and eye-catching card, the coin is limited to a mintage of 7,500.

1220AAAD $1 Cheetah Coin 14.951220BAAD $1 Butterfly Coin $14.951220DAAD $1 Kangaroo Coin $14.951220DZAA $1 Kangaroo Coin in Album $19.95

NEWRELEASE

Catch this cat if you can!

2012 Young CollectorsAnimal Athletes – Cheetah$1 Coin

Collect the whole series!Get the first coin inside this display folder and add to

your collection!

The ideal gift for the young collector in your life!

Previous Releases: Kangaroo, Monarch Butterfly

Forthcoming Releases: Sailfish, Rhinoceros Beetle, Rocket Frog

This incredible cat is the fastest sprinter on earth at around 113 kilometres an hour, compared to the fastest human who runs at a maximum speed of 37 kilometres per hour!

Naturally, the cheetah doesn’t run flat out all the time, it usually chases its prey at only about half its top speed and accelerates for short bursts. The cheetah's excellent eyesight helps it to target its prey, so watch out if you happen to be within striking distance!

The Australian legal tender coin’s reverse portrays a cheetah set against the coloured background of an African plain. The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark and monetary denomination are also incorporated in the design.

Presented in an informative and eye-catching card, the coin is limited to a mintage of 7,500.

1220AAAD $1 Cheetah Coin 14.951220BAAD $1 Butterfly Coin $14.951220DAAD $1 Kangaroo Coin $14.951220DZAA $1 Kangaroo Coin in Album $19.95

NEWRELEASE

Catch this cat if you can!

2012 Young CollectorsAnimal Athletes – Cheetah$1 Coin

Collect the whole series!Get the first coin inside this display folder and add to

your collection!

2012 Australian Olympic TeamStamp and Coin Sets

12T29AAA Stamp-Shaped Coin $99.95and Stamp Set

12T28AAA Stamp and Coin Cover $15.95

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Stamp-Shaped Coin and Stamp SetFeaturing the sights of London, Big Ben, St Paul’s Cathedral and the London Eye in silhouette, this dazzling duo is a must for all collectors. Struck from 1/2oz of 99.9% silver in proof quality, the stamp-shaped Australian legal tender coin has a limited mintage of 8,000. The 60c stamp and coin are presented in a fold-up display stand and themed shipper with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Stamp and Coin CoverThe Australian Olympic Team’s official logo and mascot, the boxing kangaroo, are featured on this $1 Australian legal tender coin. Struck from aluminium bronze, the coin is presented in a display card illustrating a number of London’s icons. Affixed to the envelope is a 60c stamp, postmarked for the first day of issue, which includes Australia Post’s ‘Westminster WA’ Seal of Authenticity and official number.

60c stamp

2012 Australian Olympic TeamStamp and Coin Sets

12T29AAA Stamp-Shaped Coin $99.95and Stamp Set

12T28AAA Stamp and Coin Cover $15.95

Stamp-Shaped Coin and Stamp SetFeaturing the sights of London, Big Ben, St Paul’s Cathedral and the London Eye in silhouette, this dazzling duo is a must for all collectors. Struck from 1/2oz of 99.9% silver in proof quality, the stamp-shaped Australian legal tender coin has a limited mintage of 8,000. The 60c stamp and coin are presented in a fold-up display stand and themed shipper with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Stamp and Coin CoverThe Australian Olympic Team’s official logo and mascot, the boxing kangaroo, are featured on this $1 Australian legal tender coin. Struck from aluminium bronze, the coin is presented in a display card illustrating a number of London’s icons. Affixed to the envelope is a 60c stamp, postmarked for the first day of issue, which includes Australia Post’s ‘Westminster WA’ Seal of Authenticity and official number.

60c stamp

12R63AAA 10g Gold Proof Coin $1,350.0012R64ZZA Three-Coin Set $1,455.00

12 5AAA 1oz Silver Proof Coin $119.0012R66ZAA $1 Five-Coin Set $69.00

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OFFICIAL AUSTRALIAN OLYMPIC TEAM COINS

The Olympic torch is lit, igniting the hopes of all Australians, to hear again Norman May’s famous words, “Gold! Gold to Australia! Gold!”

10g Gold Proof CoinStruck from 99.99% pure gold in proof quality, the coin’s reverse portrays an Olympic athlete, holding the Australian flag aloft. Housed in a display case, the coin is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. A strictly limited mintage – only 2,012 coins!

1oz Silver Proof Coin

Struck from 99.9% pure silver in proof quality, this limited edition coin portrays an Olympic hurdler set against Sydney’s Harbour Bridge and London’s Big Ben. The coin has a mintage of 7,500 and comes in a souvenir shipper with numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

$1 Five-Coin Set

This fantastic set comprises five uncirculated aluminium bronze $1 coins each with the official Australian Olympic Team logo incorporated into the design. The set comes packaged in a specially designed souvenir folder.

All coins, part of the Australian Olympic Team Series, are issued as Australian legal tender.

Three-Coin SetThis outstanding trio comprises a 10g proof coin struck from 99.99% pure gold, a 1/2oz silver proof coin struck from 99.9% pure silver, and a 30mm aluminium bronze coin. Limited to a mintage of 750, the set is presented in a display case with numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

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2012 Australian Olympic Team Series

12R63AAA 10g Gold Proof Coin $1,350.0012R64ZZA Three-Coin Set $1,455.00

12 5AAA 1oz Silver Proof Coin $119.0012R66ZAA $1 Five-Coin Set $69.00

Obverses shown smaller than actual size

OFFICIAL AUSTRALIAN OLYMPIC TEAM COINS

The Olympic torch is lit, igniting the hopes of all Australians, to hear again Norman May’s famous words, “Gold! Gold to Australia! Gold!”

10g Gold Proof CoinStruck from 99.99% pure gold in proof quality, the coin’s reverse portrays an Olympic athlete, holding the Australian flag aloft. Housed in a display case, the coin is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. A strictly limited mintage – only 2,012 coins!

1oz Silver Proof Coin

Struck from 99.9% pure silver in proof quality, this limited edition coin portrays an Olympic hurdler set against Sydney’s Harbour Bridge and London’s Big Ben. The coin has a mintage of 7,500 and comes in a souvenir shipper with numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

$1 Five-Coin Set

This fantastic set comprises five uncirculated aluminium bronze $1 coins each with the official Australian Olympic Team logo incorporated into the design. The set comes packaged in a specially designed souvenir folder.

All coins, part of the Australian Olympic Team Series, are issued as Australian legal tender.

Three-Coin SetThis outstanding trio comprises a 10g proof coin struck from 99.99% pure gold, a 1/2oz silver proof coin struck from 99.9% pure silver, and a 30mm aluminium bronze coin. Limited to a mintage of 750, the set is presented in a display case with numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

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2012 Australian Olympic Team Series

12P82AAA 2012 Perth Mint Sovereign $750.00

2012 Perth Mint Gold Proof Australian Sovereign

The Sovereign is one of the most famous gold coins ever made. The splendid reverse design features the Australian Commonwealth Coat of Arms, accompanied by the inscriptions AUSTRALIA and SOVEREIGN. The design also incorporates The Perth Mint’s traditional ‘P’ mintmark.

The coin is struck from 91.67% pure gold (22-carat) in proof quality and issued as Australian legal tender. Presented in a timber-style display case, which includes a numbered Certificate of Authenticity, just 2,500 Sovereigns will be released.

Countdown to London 2012

£5 Brilliant Uncirculated Coins

11R16AAA 749.50$1/4oz Gold Proof Coin

£25 Gold Proof Coin

The London 2012 Gold Series – Mercury

Great British Icons

£5 Six-Coin Silver Proof SetSelected from the Celebration of Britain Collection that rejoices in the Mind, Body and Spirit, these UK legal tender coins have been struck in sterling silver and feature the London 2012 logo. There will be no more than 10,000 sets housed in display casing.

The final release in this series is the 2012 cupro-nickel coin depicting three athletes on the victor’s podium. All UK legal tender coins are housed in presentation cards, with a free collection box available with the 2009 and 2010 releases.

11S26AAA 2012 £5 Brilliant Uncirculated Coin $19.9511R05EAA 2011 £5 Brilliant Uncirculated Coin $19.9510Q28AAA 2009 and 2010 £5 Brilliant $54.95

Uncirculated Collection Pack

11R17AAA $649.50£5 Six-Coin Silver Proof Set

Struck in 22-carat gold, the coin features the Roman god, Mercury, and is presented in a walnut case, accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. No more than 20,000 coins will be released.

12P82AAA 2012 Perth Mint Sovereign $750.00

2012 Perth Mint Gold Proof Australian Sovereign

The Sovereign is one of the most famous gold coins ever made. The splendid reverse design features the Australian Commonwealth Coat of Arms, accompanied by the inscriptions AUSTRALIA and SOVEREIGN. The design also incorporates The Perth Mint’s traditional ‘P’ mintmark.

The coin is struck from 91.67% pure gold (22-carat) in proof quality and issued as Australian legal tender. Presented in a timber-style display case, which includes a numbered Certificate of Authenticity, just 2,500 Sovereigns will be released.

Countdown to London 2012

£5 Brilliant Uncirculated Coins

11R16AAA 749.50$1/4oz Gold Proof Coin

£25 Gold Proof Coin

The London 2012 Gold Series – Mercury

Great British Icons

£5 Six-Coin Silver Proof SetSelected from the Celebration of Britain Collection that rejoices in the Mind, Body and Spirit, these UK legal tender coins have been struck in sterling silver and feature the London 2012 logo. There will be no more than 10,000 sets housed in display casing.

The final release in this series is the 2012 cupro-nickel coin depicting three athletes on the victor’s podium. All UK legal tender coins are housed in presentation cards, with a free collection box available with the 2009 and 2010 releases.

11S26AAA 2012 £5 Brilliant Uncirculated Coin $19.9511R05EAA 2011 £5 Brilliant Uncirculated Coin $19.9510Q28AAA 2009 and 2010 £5 Brilliant $54.95

Uncirculated Collection Pack

11R17AAA $649.50£5 Six-Coin Silver Proof Set

Struck in 22-carat gold, the coin features the Roman god, Mercury, and is presented in a walnut case, accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. No more than 20,000 coins will be released.

30-DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEEIf for any reason you are not totally satisfied with your purchase, you may return it for replacement or a full refund of the purchase price (excluding delivery charges).

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MAILIn the enclosed Reply Paid envelope, or toThe Perth MintReply Paid 6297PO Box 6297East Perth WA 6892

The Perth Mint, founded as a branch of the Royal Mint in 1899, produced millions of gold sovereigns and large amounts of Australian currency during the

th20 century. Acquired by the Government of Western Australia in 1970 and empowered by the Commonwealth Government in 1986 to issue gold, silver and platinum legal tender, it is renowned internationally for the outstanding quality of its collector and investor coins which reflect a 113-year tradition of minting excellence.

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Documents

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