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The Silver Maple Leaf Coin

2013-05-07T14:01:00.006+01:00

The Silver Maple Leaf

The silver maple leaf is the Canadian Mints most popular silver bullion product to date; minted annually since 1988 these coins are highly collectable. Its appearance was brought about through the popularity of the gold maple leaf coins which appeared several years earlier and proved to be a favorite among collectors and investors. Each silver bullion coin is 1 troy oz or 31.1 grams in weight, the coins silver purity is 99.99% which is the highest of any silver bullion coin on the market today. The $5 face value is the largest face value shown on any comparable silver bullion coin in the world. There have been several notable issues released over the life of this bullion coin series; in 1998 a 10oz version of the silver maple leaf was released to celebrate the 10^th anniversary of the minting of the first bullion coin. There have been many annual variations of the maple leaf, these have included a silver proof releases in 1989 only, there have also been many variations of privy marked bullion coins released to many to mention here. Coloured maples with maple design different from the regular silver maple leaf coins, there have been holographic coins and several differing designs, such as a 2009 issued coins commemorating the 2010 Winter Olympics (3 different coins in total).

A problem that many Canadian silver maple Leaf coins have is problem called milk spot, this happens when a cleaning detergent is still left on the coin when the coin goes into the annealing furnace to be baked. When this happens the detergent gets baked into the coin itself and leaves a spot that cannot be easily removed. The marks left have a milky white appearance giving the name milk spot. This problem has become a pain for a lot of collectors, it can be a very hit or miss problem as this does not affect all maple leaf coins.

The Observe Design of the Maple Leaf

The observe of the silver maple leaf features the profile of Queen Elizabeth II, there have been a total of three differing profiles of Queen Elizabeth to date, a young head version, an old head version, and an older head version. Each maple coin is struck with a face value of $5 and also shows the inscriptions of ELIZABETH II, 5 DOLLARS and the year of minting on the obverse.

(Tiara Portrait) 1988-1989. Designers Arnold Machin & Walter Ott.
(Royal Diadem Portrait) 1990-2003. Designer Dora de Perdery Hunt.(Uncrowned Portrait) 2004-Present. Designers Susanna Blunt & Susan Taylor.

The Reverse Design of the Maple Leaf

The reverse of these silver bullion coins have always features the iconic maple leaf design which is the national symbol of Canada , and the phrase "Fine Silver 1 oz Argent Pur" along the bottom of each coin.

(Maple Leaf Portrait) 1988-2009. Designer Walter Ott.

Silver Maple Leaf Specifications

Mint: Royal Canadian Mint
Weight: 31.10 grams
Diameter: 38 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .9999 Silver

Final Canadian Wildlife Series Coin Released

2013-02-17T18:13:00.002Z

The Canadian Wood Bison

The sixth and final silver bullion coin in the Canadian Wildlife Series has been released by the Royal Canadian Mint (RMC), this final bullion coin release will have the Canadian Wood Bison (Buffalo). This final silver bullion coin completes a excellent series of six coins, all of which have been released as 1oz .9999 fine silver bullion coins. The Canadian Wood Bison just like the previous five coins will have a mintage release of up to 1,000,000 silver bullion coins if there is a demand, these bullion coins can be bought in tubes of 25 from all good dealers.

The five previous coins in the series have been the Timberwolf, Grizzly Bear, Cougar, Moose and the Pronghorn Antelope, and now the Canadian Wood Bison completes the series. The first coin in the Canadian wildlife series was released in 2010 with the Timberwolf, and closely followed by the Grizzly Bear in that year, in 2011 the next two coins the Cougar and the Moose were released to the public, then in 2012 the Pronghorn Antelope and Wood Bison finished of the series.

The Reverse Design of the Polar Bear Coin

The reverse of the Canadian Wildlife Series of silver bullion coins features the six iconic Canadian animals Timberwolf, Grizzly Bear, Cougar, Moose and the Pronghorn Antelope, and finally the Wood Bison. The phrase "Fine Silver 1 oz Argent Pur" along the bottom of each coin.

The Observe Designs of the Polar Bear Coin

The obverse of each coin features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, created in 2003 by Canadian portrait artist Susanna Blunt.

Canadian Wildlife Series Specifications

Mint: Royal Canadian Mint
Weight: 31.12 grams
Diameter: 38 mm
Composition: .9999 silver
Authorized Mintage: 1 Million Of Each
Issue Date: 2011-2013

Canadian Birthstone Coin Series

2012-11-18T16:38:00.000Z

Canadian Birthstone Coins

The Royal Canadian Mint (RCM) has issued this series of 12 beautiful silver proof coins with gem-toned Swaravski crystals embedded in each coin, each silver proof coin has a denomination of 3 dollars and weighs in at 7,96 grams (1/4 oz) of pure silver .9999 and issued as a silver proof coin. All 12 silver proof coins can be bought as individual cased coins with an individually numbered certificate of authenticity, or in a 12 coin set which has been produced with each induvidual coin complete with a individually numbered certificate of authenticity. A total of only 200 of these 12 coin Canadian Birthstone sets will be minted making these sets very collectable in the near future.

Swarovski is the luxury brand name for the range of precision-cut crystal glass products produced by the privately-owned company Swarovski AG of Feldmeilen, Austria (near Zürich, Switzerland).

Each Birthstone by Month

Silver Birthstone Coins Specifications

Mint: Royal Canadian Mint
Weight: 7.96 grams
Diameter: 27 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .9999 Silver

Silver Tasmainian Devil Proof Coin

2012-11-05T17:27:00.000Z

Silver Tasmanian Devil Proof Coin

The Perth Mint has released the third silver bullion proof coin in the series Endangered and Extinct, this third coin will feature the Tasmanian Devil. The Tasmanian Devil is the worlds largest surviving carnivorous marsupial and is only found in Australia. The Tasmania Devil has a thick-set, squat build, with black fur and a large broad head and short thick tail. Today this incredible creature is wholly protected and is considered a Tasmanian icon.

The coin reverse portrays the magnificent Tasmanian Devil in colour and the background comprises of representations of fern leaves and a rocky den. No more than 5,000 of these coins will be minted by the Perth Mint, each coin is minted from .999 fine silver bullion in a proof finish. Each coin is housed in a high gloss wooden case and illustrated shipper, each coin has individual numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Other coins in the series are the Tasmanian Tiger and the Wedgedtailed Eagle.

Silver Tasmanian Coin Specifications

Mint: Perth Mint
Weight: 31.135 grams
Diameter: 40.6 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .999 Silver
Mintage: 5,000

Marilyn Monroe Silver Proof 1oz Coin

2012-05-21T22:55:00.002+01:00

Marilyn Monroe Silver Proof

Marilyn Monroe is the subject of this special silver commemorative, which is sure to captivate her many fans, Monroe (1926–1962) was born Norma Jeane Mortenson but was baptized Norma Jeane Baker. She was an American actress and model who graced the screen with her luminous beauty, considered by many as the epitome of the blond bombshell, Monroe began her career as a model which led to a film contract in 1946. Her early film appearances were minor but by 1959 she had attained several leading roles and was being hailed by critics. In her relatively short career she won both a BAFTA award 1957 and a Golden Globe award 1959.

The coins reverse depicts a photographic image of Marilyn Monroe set against a background of film and stars, the design also includes The Perth Mints P mintmark and a representation of Marilyn’s signature. Each coin is minted to a proof bullion quality in .999 silver, the Perth Mint will release no more than 12,500 of these coins, each coin is housed in a classic presentation display case with a illustrated themed shipper and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Marilyn Monroe Coin Specifications

Mint: Perth Mint
Weight: 31.135 grams
Diameter: 40.6 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .999 Silver
Mintage: 12,500

Silver Proof Red Welsh Dragon

2012-02-16T16:03:00.005Z

Silver Proof Red Welsh Dragon 2012

This is the first release in a new series of silver proof bullion coins, Dragons Of Legend, this first coin features the Red Welsh Dragon. The red dragon emblem was most likely introduced into Britain by the Romans, accounts suggest that when the legions departed, Welsh Britons under the red dragon fought the Saxon invaders. History tells us that Welsh born future king Henry VII flew a red dragon standard during the Wars of the Roses, and that it subsequently appeared in the Tudor Royal Arms. After centuries of powerful association the red dragon or Y Ddraig Goch became the official symbol of Wales in 1901 and since 1959 it has adorned the nations national flag. No more than 5,000 of these silver bullion coins will be minted by the Australian Perth Mint, each silver coin will be struck from .999 fine silver in proof quality. The coins reverse portrays a red coloured dragon amid dramatic mountain scenery, included on the reverse of the coin are the words RED WELSH DRAGON.These coins are housed in a black presentation case and illustrated shipper, each released coin will be accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Forthcoming future Releases will be the Chinese Dragon, St. George Dragon, Bulgarian Three Headed Dragon and the European Green Dragon.

Welsh Dragon Coin Specifications

Mint: Perth Mint
Weight: 31.135 grams
Diameter: 40.6 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .999 Silver
Mintage: 5,000

Discover Australia Series 2012 Released

2012-02-11T23:04:00.002Z

Discover Australia Series 2012

The Discover Australia 2012 series is the current release in the perstigious Discover Australia Coin program depicting iconic aspects of Australian landscape, animals and culture. The series comprises of five silver 1oz proof coins struck by the Perth Mint of well known Australian animals. The coins are housed in presentation packaging comprising a display case featuring a timber lid and a superbly illustrated box shipper, and is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. No more than 7,500 of these coin set will be minted. The five coins in the series are the green and gold bell frog, the red kangaroo, the kookaburra, the goanna lizard and the whale shark.

Series Specifications 2012

Discover Australia Coin Specifications

Mint: Perth Mint
Weight: 31.135 grams
Diameter: 40.6 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .999 Silver
Mintage: 7,500

2012 Silver Koala Released

2012-01-23T15:48:00.003Z

2012 Silver Koala

The 2012 Silver Koala bullion coin has been released by the Australian Perth Mint this is the fifth coin in the Koala series to be released, approximately 100,000 coins will be minted for this run of this popular series of silver bullion coins. The koala was first released in 2007 and is available in various sizes for the collector, this years koala design shows the koala clinging to a tree branch whilst asleep.

Each of the designs released is minted from .999 pure silver and is available in ½oz, 1oz, 10oz and 1kilo sizes, the four coins denominations for the coins are 50cents $1, $10 and $30 respectively.

Silver Koala 1oz Specifications 2008-Present

Mint...................Perth Mint
Weight...............31.135 Grams 1oz
Diameter...........40.6 mm
Edge.................Reeded
Purity................999 Silver
Years................2007- Present
Mint Marks........P

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New Silver Bullion Cougar Coin

2011-10-04T16:42:00.004+01:00

Silver Cougar Coin

The newly released third instalment of the Canadian Wildlife series silver bullion coins the Cougar, the Cougar has been released by the Royal Canadian Mint, this is the third of a total of six silver bullion coins to be released in the series, even with 1,000,000 coins minted it will surely sellout very fast. Following in the footsteps of earlier releases like the Grizzly Bear and Timberwolf this coin release will be one for collectors and not just bullion stackers, a total of a 1,000,000 coins will be minted by the Royal Canadian Mint just like the previous releases. Again the design is by Canadian Mint engraver William Woodruff, with the obverse by Susanna Blunt.

Weight...............31.1 Grams 1oz
Diameter............38 mm
Edge..................Serrated
Purity.................9999 Silver
Finish.................BU
Year...................Sept 2011
Mintage.............1,000,000

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The Wedged Tailed Eagle Silver Proof

2011-09-28T17:49:00.004+01:00

Wedged Tailed Eagle Proof

The Perth Mint has released the second coin in the Endangered & Extinct series the Tasmanian Wedge Tailed Eagle, a huge bird that stands one meter tall and has a wingspan roughly twice its own height. Separated for thousands of years from its mainland counterparts it now faces a number of threats including the loss of suitable habitat. As a result it is estimated that no more than 130 pairs are successfully breeding each year. This newly released coin is struck by The Perth Mint from 1oz of .999 silver and in proof quality, no more than a total of 5,000 of these coins will be released by the mint for eager collectors, each coin is housed in a wooden case and protected by an illustrated shipper, a numbered certificate of authenticity accompanies each coin sold.

Weight...............31.135 grams
Diameter............40.6 mm
Purity.................999 silver
Year...................2011
Mintage.............5,000
Face Value.........$1

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2012 Silver Kookaburra Released

2011-09-22T16:24:00.004+01:00

2012 Kookaburra

The eagerly anticipated release of the 2012 Silver Kookaburra from the Perth Mint has arrived, The one year only reverse design depicting the King of the Australian Bush sitting in a eucalypt tree, there is no doubt that this new release will catch the eye of collectors across the globe, this 2012 reverse design which shows the kookaburra bird perched on the branch of a eucalyptus tree amongst its leaves, the bird is shown looking over its left wing with its beak slightly open laughing. As usual each coin is minted from .999 silver with a total weight of 1oz, each coin has the P mintmark of the Perth Mint...

Weight...............31.135 Grams 1oz
Diameter............40.60 mm
Edge..................Serrated
Purity.................999 Silver
Finish.................Bullion
Year...................2012
Mintage.............500,000

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Release Of The Lunar Silver Dragon

2011-09-14T19:27:00.004+01:00

Silver Lunar Dragon Proof

The Austrailian Perth Mint has released a new series 2 Silver Lunar Dragon coin, struck from .999 pure silver in bullion and proof quality, the 2012 releases are available as individual 1oz and 1 kilo coins and a three-coin set comprising 2oz, 1oz and 1/2oz coins. The Lunar Dragon is the fifth in the Lunar series II silver coins, and as before the Lunar Dragon will sell out very quickly and for a higher than usual premium. There will be a limit of only 5000 silver proofs of the Dragon to be minted and 500 1kg sized coins, the popularity of this coin will make it very difficult to get hold of. The reverse of each coin will depict a traditional Chinese dragon a long scaled serpentine creature with four legs, with a pearl of wisdom. The Chinese character for dragon and the inscription Year of the Dragon will also appear in the design with The Perth Mints traditional P mintmark...

Weight...............31.1 grams
Diameter............36.6 mm
Purity.................999 silver
Year...................2011
Mintage..............5,000
Face Value..........$1

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Ships That Changed The World...The Golden Hind

2011-08-16T16:54:00.002+01:00

The Golden Hind

The Golden Hind is the second coin from the Ships That Changed The World series released by the Austrailian Perth Mint, this second release in this new series features the Golden Hind best known for its circumnavigation of the globe between 1577 and 1580 and captained by Sir Francis Drake. Each coin from this series is a full 1oz of .999 silver and in proof quality, the five coins released will be Santa Maria, Golden Hind, Mayflower, USS Constitution and the Cutty Sark. The Perth Mint will release no more than 5,000 of these silver proof coins, the coin is housed in a presentation display case and superbly illustrated shipper, each coin is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Coin Specification
Weight...............31.135 grams
Diameter............40.6 mm
Purity.................999 silver
Year...................2011
Mintage.............5,000
Face Value.........$1

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Silver New Zealand Kiwi Coins

2011-06-20T21:13:00.004+01:00

Silver New Zealand Kiwi Coins

The New Zealand Mints limited edition Kiwi coins, a 3 year coin series to celebrate New Zealand most loved native icon the kiwi, a different design for each coin have beeen issued annually from 2009 till 2011 celebrating the uniqueness of New Zealand with the iconic kiwi bird. The silver bullion and silver proof Kiwi coins are minted in very low editions with no more than 10,000 silver BU bullion coins will be minted and an even smaller number of silver proof coins for each year. The 2009 design features the New Zealand kiwi and stylised map, the 2010 design features the Symbolic kiwi with the Southern Cross, and the 2011 design has the New Zealand kiwi and silver fern together. The Silver Proof editions come in a case with outer cover to protect the coin and an individual numbered certificate of authenticity...

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The Deadly & Dangerous Box Jellyfish Released

2011-06-09T18:35:00.002+01:00

The Box Jellyfish

Continuing the incredibly popular Deadly and Dangerous series, this sensational release portrays Australia’s Box Jellyfish, a concern for unwary swimmers in tropical northern waters, never underestimate your chances of encountering these venomous villains, particularly during the wet season when they like to lurk near the coast. The toxins on their long, dangly tentacles can be so perilous that surviving the excruciating effects of a bad sting is considered a medical miracle. The coin is struck by The Perth Mint from 1oz of .999 pure silver in proof quality, the coins reverse depicts the Box Jellyfish against a coloured background of coral reef and tropical fish. No more than 5,000 of these coins will be released, each of these coins is issued with its own numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Each coin is housed in a high gloss timber presentation case and shipper emblazoned with the warning DANGER. Box Jellfish is the sixth release in the highly successful Deadly & Dangerous series of coloured silver proof coins, other releases include the highly sort after Redback Spider, Great White Shark and the Eastern Brown Snake. These highly sort after coins will sellout very quickly just like the previous releases.

Weight...............31.135 grams
Diameter............40.6 mm
Purity.................999 silver
Year...................2011
Mintage.............5,000
Face Value.........$1

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First Kilo Silver Maple Leaf

2011-06-01T18:41:00.003+01:00

First Kilo Silver Maple Leaf Forever Proof Coin

This is the one of the most unique one kilogram silver bullion coins minted, this Silver Maple Leaf has been minted by the Royal Canadian Mint(RAM) in pure .9999 silver with a face value of $250 dollars, this large silver coin has been intricately engraved and is the first ever Kilo Sized Silver Maple. A unique one year only design of the Canadian national symbol which is highlighted on the huge tableau in full frosted cameo proof finish, with a total mintage of only 999 of these coins being minted, collectors with deep pockets will surely help these unique coins sell out very quickly.

Weight...............1000 Grams
Diameter............101.60 mm
Edge..................Plain
Purity.................9999 Silver
Finish.................Proof
Year...................2011
Mintage..............999

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Perth Mint Releases New Coin Series (Santa Maria)

2011-05-11T17:11:00.002+01:00

Ships That Changed The World...Santa Maria

The Austrailian Perth Mint has released a new series of silver bullion coins, this first fabulous coin release in the series celebrates the Santa Maria and the voyage of explorer Christopher Columbus to the Americas. The Santa Maria ( Santa Maria de La Immaculada Concepcion) was the largest of three ships used by Columbus on his first voyage 1492-1493. Columbus was searching for a quicker trade route to the East Indies and instead he discovered the islands just off the coast of America now known as the Bahamas. This silver bullion coin is struck by the Perth Mint from 1oz of .999 silver in proof quality, The coin depicts a representation of the Santa Maria in full sail set against a coloured globe map and the inscription SANTA MARIA, and on the reverse incorporates the P mintmark of the Australian Perth Mint. other forthcoming Releases will be the Golden Hind, Mayflower, USS Constitution and the Cutty Sark.

Weight..............31.135 grams
Diameter...........40.6 mm
Purity................999 silver
Year..................2011
Mintage.............5,000
Face Value..........$1

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Canadian Grizzly Bear-Wildlife Series Maple Leaf

2011-04-12T22:29:00.003+01:00

Canadian Grizzly Bear Maple Leaf

The Royal Canadian Mint has released the 2011 Grizzly Bear silver bullion coin, the second issue of the extremely popular three year, six coin Canadian Wildlife bullion series of silver coins. The reverse of this coin features a mature Grizzly Bear roaring and standing on all fours on the edge of a body of water, the coin has been designed by senior mint engraver William Woodruff, the obverse of the coin contains the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the portrait was designed in 2003 by artist Susanna Blunt. A mintage of 1 million coins have been minted.

$5 Fine Silver Grizzly Bear Coin
2011
Weight.........................31.1 grams
Diameter............................38 mm
Purity............................9999 silver
Face Value..........................$5 Can
A total of 1,000,000 coins minted.

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The New $20 Commemorative Maple Leaf

2011-03-28T18:20:00.003+01:00

Authorized by the Government of Canada, this new Canadian silver commemorative coin is legal tender with a value of $20. This coin features the uniquely Canadian specimen finish a three fold combination of different finishes. The $20 coin features an attractive reserve design depicting five maple leaves that form a C and superimposed over the largest maple leaf is the legend CANADA, additional inscriptions on the coin include (20 DOLLARS, FINE SILVER,ARGENT PUR) and the date of 2011. Also there are the initials CS denoting Cosme Saffioti who designed the reverse of the coin, the obverse has been design by Susanna Blunt which is the image of Queen Elizabeth II and circulating the portrait is her name "D G" and REGINA. The 2011 $20 coin has a diameter of 27 mm, a serrated (reeded) edge and a specimen finish. The Royal Canadian Mint has set their mintage ceiling at 200,000, the coin comes encapsulated inside a royal blue folder with a window that allows for viewing or display of the coin, a certificate of authenticity is alsoincluded. This coin has proved to so popular that it has sold out at the Canadian Mint RCM in record time.

$20 Fine Silver Commemorative Coin

Weigh.........................7.96 grams
Diameter.....................27 mm
Purity...........................9999 silver
Face Value....................$20 Can
A total of 200,000 coins minted.

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The New Battle of Midway Silver Proof

2011-03-13T20:37:00.004Z

Battle of Midway 1942

The Perth Mints Battle of Midway, The Battle of Midway (1942) was fought near the Pacific island of Midway, and is considered a turning point in the Second World War. Released in 2011 and the fifth in the series no more than 5,000 of these silver proof coins have been minted.

The Famous Naval Battlesa series of five silver proof coins depicts five famous battles from history, starting with the release of the first coins The Battle of Salamis in 480BC and The Battle of Trafalgar 1805, and ending with The Battle of Hampton Roads 1862, The Battle Of Juttland 1916 and finally The Battle Of Midway 1942. Each silver proof coin is housed in a case and comes with an illustrated shipper, also each coin is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

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20th Annivesary Gilded Silver Maple Leaf

2011-03-03T21:46:00.004Z

The first Silver Maple Leaf was released in 1988 and would become one of the most popular bullion coins to be released, twenty years later in 2008 the Royal Canadian Mint (RCM) released this stunning gold plated Silver Maple Leaf that commemorates this milestone. This Silver Maple Leaf has an extremely low mintage, highlighted in pure gold and marks the 20th anniversary of the Silver Maple Leaf series of bullion coins. The coin features the Canadian specimen finish, which is a three fold combination of different finishes, the design raised area or relief includes both brilliant and mirrored surfaces, while the fields are subtly striated resulting in a contrasting matte appearance of the coin, no other mint in the world employs the specimen finish.

The coin features a brand new naturalistic single maple leaf design and the dual dates of 1988-2008 commemorating the 20th anniversary of the Silver Maple Leaf, the reverse portrait of Queen Elizabeth II is exactly the same one as on the very first Silver Maple Leaf issued in 1988. And a maple leaf that is selectively plated in pure 24 karat gold and the RCM specimen finish, this coin comes in its own clam case and with individually numbered certificate. A total of only 10,000 of these wonderful coins where minted making them a must for any collector.

Weight..............31.39 Grams
Diameter...........38 mm
Edge..................Reeded
Purity................9999 Silver
Finish................Specimen With Gilded Maple Leaf
Face Value.........$5
Year..................2008

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Silver Koala Berlin Bear Privy

2011-02-26T00:06:00.003Z

The koala is the iconic symbols of Australia, made all the more desirable by the Perth Mints execution of this cute and cuddly critter in pure silver,artistically rendered in a reverse proof finish in which the design or devices are mirrored. This year a bright eyed baby joey watches us from the fork of a gum or eucalyptus tree, while itself being observed by the watchful eye of the mother koala. This is no ordinary Silver Koala this is the first ever privy marked koala coin to be sold, the privy mark takes the form of the city of Berlin coat of arms, a heraldic bear rampant on a shield, In addition this unique coin was issued as a coin show specialat the World Money Fair in Berlin, adding to the investment appeal of this unique release is the extremely low mintage limit of only 50,000...

Silver Koala Berlin Bear Privy
2011
Weigh........................31.135 grams
Diameter.....................40mm
Purity.......................9999 silver
Face Value...................$1 Aus
A total of 50,000 coins minted.

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Australian Bush Babies Series

2011-02-24T15:01:00.003Z

Struck from a 1/2 oz of .999 pure silver in proof quality, these dramatic coins allows you to come face to face with some of Australia's most famous animals, each silver proof coin comes with its own timber presentation case and certificate of authenticity and illustrated shipper. Issued as legal tender by the Perth Mint. The obverse carries the Ian Rank Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Each of the four coins has a limited mintage of just 10,000 released worldwide.

Mint...................Perth Mint
Weight...............15.573 Grams
Diameter...........36.60 mm
Edge.................Reeded
Purity................999 Silver
Year.................2010-2011
Mintmark...........P
Country.............Australia

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Tasmanian Tiger Proof Coin

2010-09-03T00:43:00.002+01:00

Tasmanian Tiger-Extinct & Endangered Series

The Perth Mints latest release the Tasmanian Tiger, one of Australias most distinctive, most mysterious and most famous creatures the extinct Tasmanian Tiger. This is the first coin in the Extinct & Endangered Series and could be as popular as the Deadly & Dangerous series of coins. The coins reverse depicts the Tasmanian tiger and cub set against its natural habitat, the tiger and cub are featured in stunning colour and are authentic depictions of this noble beast. With a large wolf like head and tiger like striped coat and wombat like backwards facing pouch, the Thylacinus cynocephalus (Tasmanian Tiger) is among the most intriguing of Australias animals. Rivalling in reputation such wonders of nature as the platypus, kangaroo and koala, this unusual creature virtually disappeared from the Australian mainland around 2,000 to 3,000 years ago. At the time of European Settlement, it was found in significant numbers only in Tasmania. Hunting, disease and habitat destruction all had a major impact on the Tassie Tiger population, and the last known thylacine died in the Hobart Zoo in 1936.

Set within a stunning maple inset lacquered case within a colourful outer box shipper and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

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Worlds Largest Gold Maple Bought

2010-07-29T13:18:00.003+01:00

100 Kg Maple Leaf Gold Coin

A Spanish precious metals trading company ORO direct, bought the worlds largest gold coin for €3.27 million euros or £2.6 million pounds, its exact material worth, from the estate of an insolvent investment firm at a rare auction in Vienna on June 25. The 100 kg 220 lb gold coin, one of only five Canadian $1,000,000 Maple Leaf coins that the Royal Canadian Mint has ever produced was bought immediately in a written bid from ORO direct, a gold trading company based in Madrid. The coin made of pure .9999 refined gold went under the hammer at the Dorotheum auction house in Vienna on June 25. The worlds largest gold coin weighs 100 kg 220 lb, measures 50 cm in diameter, 3 cm in thickness and is made from bullion with a purity of .9999. The legal tender coin was introduced on 3 May 2007 by the Royal Canadian Mint with a face value of $1,000,000 CAN.
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