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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.

http://www.silvercoinnews.com/tasmaniantiger.html

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.
http://www.silvercoinnews.com/largestgoldcoin.html

The Silver Britannia

2010-06-21T19:16:00.012+01:00

Silver Britannia…

The Silver Britannia an iconic one ounce silver bullion coin minted by the Royal Mint and sort after by collectors the world over, this silver bullion coin has been in production since 1997 and is released in either a silver proof or a brilliant uncirculated version (no proof versions released in 1999,2000 and 2002). A four coin silver proof set is also released by the mint which features a one ounce, half ounce, tenth of an ounce and a twenth of an ounce coins, the coins are held inside a wooden presentation case and come with a certificate of authenticity. Each Britannia weighs 32.45 grams and is 40mm in diameter, these silver bullion coins have a silver purity of .958 the other .42 being made up of copper (copper is added to the silver to give hardness to the coins as silver is a soft metal and easily damaged), other national mints release their silver bullion in .999 or .9999 silver purity. Whether you buy Britannia’s or Maple’s or even Eagle’s you still get a full one ounce silver bullion coin.

Britannia Designs…
There have been a number of different Britannia designs for the coins since 1997 the first of which featured the standing Britannia with a trident and shield in hand, this particular design has been repeated five more times since which where in 1998, 2000, 2002, 2004 and 2006. The 1999 coin featured Britannia riding in a chariot with trident in hand this design was also repeated again in 2009, the 2001 design depicts Una and the lion standing with large shield and trident, the 2003 design depicts the head of Britannia wearing a helmet in a striking poses, the 2005 design depicts Britannia sitting with large shield bearing the Union Flag as well as the usual trident in hand, the 2007 coin design depicts Britannia with large shield bearing the Union Flag with a lion at her feet. The 2008 design depicts Britannia on the beach with giant waves and a lighthouse in the background while she holds the familiar trident in her hand, the 2010 design depicts the head and shoulders of Britannia wearing a Corinthian style helmet.

Mintage Figures…
Below is a list of the different Designs of Britannia's that are available and the mintage figures for each year, on average about 100,000 silver bullion coins and a further 2,500 silver proof coins are minted each year (but this can vary from one year to the next).

Britannia Images

Uncirculated Britannia’s
Britannia 2010 ................ 100,000.......Corinthian Helmet
Britannia 2009 ................ 100,000.......Chariot
Britannia 2008 ................ 100,000.......Britannia on the Beach
Britannia 2007 ................ 100,000.......Seated Britannia & Lion
Britannia 2006 ................ 100,000.......Standing Britannia
Britannia 2005 ................ 100,000.......Seated Britannia
Britannia 2004 ................ 100,000.......Standing Britannia
Britannia 2003 ................ 73,271........Britannia's Helmet
Britannia 2002 ................ 48,816........Standing Britannia
Britannia 2001 ................ 44,816........Una and the Lion
Britannia 2000 ................ 81,301........Standing Britannia
Britannia 1999 ................ 69,394........Chariot
Britannia 1998 ................ 88,909........Standing Britannia

Proof Britannia’s
Britannia 2010 ................ 2,500..........Corinthian Helmet
Britannia 2009 ................ 2,500..........Chariot
Britannia 2008 ................ 2,500..........Britannia on the Beach
Britannia 2007 ................ 2,500..........Seated Britannia & Lion
Britannia 2006 ................ 2,750..........Standing Britannia
Britannia 2005 ................ 10,000........Seated Britannia
Britannia 2004 ................ 5,000..........Standing Britannia
Britannia 2003 ................ 5,456..........Britannia's Helmet
Britannia 2001 ................ 7,643..........Una and the Lion
Britannia 1998 ................ 5,212..........Standing Britannia
Britannia 1997 ................ 16,005........Standing Britannia

Proof Britannia Sets (4 coin set)
Britannia 2010 ................ 2,500..........Corinthian Helmet
Britannia 2009 ................ 2,500..........Chariot
Britannia 2008 ................ 2,500..........Britannia on the Beach
Britannia 2005 ................ 3,500..........Seated Britannia
Britannia 2003 ................ 5,000..........Britannia's Helmet
Britannia 2001 ................ 10,000........Una and the Lion
Britannia 1998 ................ 3,044..........Standing Britannia
Britannia 1997 ................ 11,832........Standing Britannia

http://www.silverbullionworld.com/britannia.html

New French 10 Euro Semeuse New Franc

2010-06-04T17:34:00.004+01:00

10 Euro Semeuse New Franc

The Paris Mints release of the 10 Euro Proof Silver Semeuse New Franc, which is the 50th anniversary of the new franc released on the 1st January 1960, following the Pinay Rueff Plan adopted in 1958 and it celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2010. On the coins observe is a representation of Roty's La Semeuse (The Sower) the symbol of the French republic, and on the reverse in the centre of the coin is an olive branch is crossed with an ear of corn. Bordering the upper section is text which reads fiftieth anniversary of the new franc, written in a script which was typical of the new franc centimes. Each coin is a .900 silver proof weighing 22.20 grams and 37 mm in diameter. A total mintage of 10,000 silver proof coins will be released in a case with a certificate of currency from the Paris Mint.

Weight.............22.20 Grams
Diameter...........37 mm
Edge...............Serrated
Purity.............900 Silver
Finish.............Proof
Year...............2010
Mintage............10,000
Other..............Certificate Serialized

http://www.silvercoinnews.com/frenchsemeuse.html

The $7.85 Million Silver Dollar

2010-05-22T16:51:00.004+01:00

The Worlds Most Expensive Silver Dollar

A rare 1794 U.S. silver dollar has set a new record price, the Neil/Carter/Contursi specimen 1794 Flowing Hair Silver Dollar has sold for $7.85 million. What makes this particular silver coin so rare is that it is the finest known 1794 dollar and several experts believe this could be the first silver dollar ever struck by the United States Mint. Steven L. Contursi, who has owned the 1794 Silver Liberty dollar for the past seven years confirmed thursday he has sold it to the Cardinal Collection Educational Foundation of Sunnyvale for $7.85 million. The Flowing Hair silver dollar takes its name from lady liberty's flowing locks shown on the obverse of the coin, the reverse shows the words the United States of America with an olive tree and an eagle. The specimen is unique both for the quality of its imprint and the fine silver it was struck from, the pristine condition of the silver dollar coin has led experts to surmise that is has had plenty of special handling in the years since it was minted. The previous record price paid for a coin was $7.5 million for a U.S. minted 1933 $20 gold piece according to the American Numismatic Association.
http://www.silvercoinnews.com/silverdollar.html

$20 Silver Proof Water Lily 2010

2010-05-18T01:48:00.004+01:00

$20 Silver Proof Water Lily 2010

The Royal Canadian Mint has released the $20 Silver Water Lily coin, this is only the third coin to be produced using colour and a crystal effect to create a unique keepsake of Canada’s diverse flora, with the shine of .999 pure silver as the ideal composition for capturing the essence of water. The coins design has a beautiful water lily poised between two floating leaves with three CRYSTALLIZED™ Swarovski Elements adding delicate drops of glittering water. The glorious colour and a shimmering crystal effect combine on .999 silver to create a breathtaking tribute to the water lily (Nymphaea odorata), a beautiful water plant that crowns Laurentian lakes from early summer to mid autumn with showy pink or white flowers and round green leaves that can reach up to 28 cm in diameter. The coin has a $20 face value and is produced in .999 silver with a proof finish, a limited low mintage of 10,000 pieces are for sale worldwide.
http://www.silverbullionworld.com/coinreleases.html

Australian Silver Gilded Kookaburra's

2010-05-14T19:36:00.004+01:00

Australian Silver Gilded Kookaburra's

Struck in one full ounce of .999 pure silver the Australian Kookaburra coin portrays Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse, and on the reverse an image of a Kookaburra. The Perth Mint has developed a proprietary selective gold plating process that is among the most advanced in the world, resulting not only in aesthetic beauty but also technical precision. Each released coin is encapsulated inside an elegant silver clamshell style presentation case lined with black velvet & satin and protected by a silver outer box, also included is a certificate of authenticity and a gold plated Kookaburra lapel pin.
http://www.silverbullionworld.com/kookaburragilded.html

Silver Gilded Lunars Series 1

2010-05-14T18:32:00.008+01:00

Silver Gilded Lunars Series 1

This collection of coins was released by the Perth Mint to cover the 12 year period from 1999 till 2010, each coin depicts the chinese character for the year that each coin is dated. The Perth Mint ended the Lunar Series 1 in 2007 to make way for Series 2, as a result of this the 2008 Rat, 2009 Ox and 2010 Tiger have the release date of 2007 on the obverse side of the coin and the reverse side of these coins bear the actual lunar year date. The character animal depicted on each coins reverse side is in pure 24 carat gold showing stunning detail, each coin is housed in a contemporary red and black display case and an illustrated shipper and is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. The Perth Mint will release no more than 50,000 of these 1oz Gilded Edition coins. http://www.silverbullionworld.com/lunarseries1gilded.html

Great Warrior Series - 2010 Roman Legionary

2010-05-03T20:47:00.005+01:00

Great Warrior Series - 2010 Roman Legionary

The Australian Perth Mint has just released the first coin from its Great Warrior Series,the coin depicts a Roman legionary in colour. Tough, courageous and highly disciplined infantry soldiers these professional legionaries formed the backbone of the Roman army, who where a formidable fighting force that conquered and controlled the vast Roman Empire. The legionary is dressed in a galea a metal helmet with cheek guards and a cuirass, his body armour comprising overlapping iron plates. The legionary is also wears an apron of leather strips featuring metal plates hanging from his belt and leather sandals.
http://www.silverbullionworld.com/coinreleases.html