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MINT ISSUE ISSUE 118 FEBRUARY 2018
DEARCOLLECTOR CONTENTS
Featured Products 4
1 A MESSAGE FROM THE CEO
PyeongChang 2018 Australian Olympic Team 4
Rascals and Ratbags:
Australia’s Convict Era 1788 – 1868 6
Happy New Year! I hope you had a safe and relaxing holiday season. We are
delighted to welcome you back and wish you an exciting year ahead. Terrestrial Dome –
1812 A New Map Of The World 8
We kicked the year off in style and celebrated with a few lucky people who had the
2018 Milestones and Celebrations Set 10
opportunity to be one of the first 100 people to strike a coin on our newly themed
gallery press. This year’s theme acknowledges the convict era from 1788 to 1868 Commonwealth Games Collection –
4 and its contributions to Australia’s history, heritage and folklore. There are some very 2018 Three Coin Set 12
interesting stories to discover! World Money Fair Berlin 2018 14
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The Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games will take place from 4 – 15 April, with a
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worldwide audience being invited to uphold the Games’ motto to “Share the Dream”. Products16
The Mint is a proud supporter and we are delighted to bring you the next coins in the
3 Possum Magic Baby Year Sets 16
official 2018 commemorative collection.
The Silver and Gold: Unique Australian objects 1830 – 1910 exhibition is now open at Armistice: One Hundred Years On 17
the Mint until 1 April. We are thrilled to showcase exquisite and rare nineteenth and Lunar Series – Year of the Dog 18
early twentieth century Australian silver and gold works from the collection of the
National Gallery of Australia. Year of the Dog – Tetra-decagon Series 19
The first Mint Issue of the year is loaded with colourful and interesting products Commonwealth Games Collection –
including the 2018 Mintmark Series on page 6, our newest coins in the Gold Coast A Legacy of Reconciliation 20
2018 Commonwealth Games collection on page 12 and the PyeongChang 2018
Australian Olympic Team collection on page 4. Catalogue21
We hope you enjoy the issue and wishing you all a great 2018. Meet the Minties 25
From the Vault 26
1 Mint Staff celebrate at the 2017 Canberra Region Tourism Awards. 4 The Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games Medals.
2 The National Gallery of Australia Silver and Gold travelling exhibition is now open. 5 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games Corporation CEO Mark Peters What’s On 27
3 The Minties celebrate the holiday season at the Mint. thanks Ross MacDiarmid for GC2018 Sponsorship.
Ross MacDiarmid
Chief Executive Officer
Royal Australian Mint
NEW
PYEONGCHANG 2018
AUSTRALIAN
OLYMPIC TEAM
As Australia’s Olympians make their way to PyeongChang in
2018 $1 Coloured Frosted
South Korea, our proud nation is set to cheer them on. These
Uncirculated Coin
two special coins will be cherished by coin collectors, sports 10010 $15.00
enthusiasts and those with a special affinity for the snow.
2018 $5 Fine Silver Selectively
The colour printed coin showcases the patriotic green and Gold Plated Proof Coin
gold colours representing the movement of a snowboarder 10011 $150.00
getting some air while the proof coin features selective gold Available at time of printing.
plating and an aerial skier in mid-air.
Show your patriotism with the colour printed coin or get in
quick to secure your proof coin as it is one of the very few
selectively gold plated coins released by the Mint and only has Nominal Specifications
a mintage of 2018! $1 AlBr 9.00 g 25.00 mm frosted uncirculated 15 000 A. Baggio
$5 99.9% Ag 1 oz 40.00 mm proof 2018 A. Baggio
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NEW
A U S T R A L I A’ S C O N V I C T E R A 1 7 8 8 – 1 8 6 8
RASCALS AND RATBAGS
The release of the 2018 Mintmark Suite of uncirculated and
2018 Four Coin Uncirculated
proof coins acknowledges the contribution of the convicts to
Mintmark & Privy Mark Set $25.00
Australia’s history, heritage and folklore. Each of the packaging 311308
features whimsical illustrations and interesting convict stories.
2018 $1 Fine Silver Proof Coin
Many convicts went on to build extraordinary lives of fame,
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$60.00
fortune or infamy. The spirit and symbolism of this era is
2018 $10 Gold Proof Coin
captured in the 2018 Mintmark Suite. The coin design depicts
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$350.00
a stylistic tree in the shape of Australia, with a chain and
Broad Arrow at the roots.
Appealing to collectors, proud descendants and history buffs,
Nominal Specifications
collect them all to learn about this mixed convict bunch.
$1 AIBr 9.00 g 25.00 mm uncirculated 15 000 T. Dean
$1 99.9% Ag 11.66 g 25.00 mm proof 5000 T. Dean
$10 99.99% Au 1/10 oz 17.53 mm proof 1500 T. Dean
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NEW
TERRESTRIAL DOME
1812 A NEW MAP
OF THE WORLD
In the 18th century Captain James Cook’s famous
2018 $100 Gold Proof Domed Coin
voyages stirred the imagination of generations, unveiling
Limited sets available. Only 750!
the mysteries of the Southern Hemisphere for scientists, 210646
$2795.00
cartographers and explorers.
Available at time of printing.
In 2018 the Mint brings the excitement and drama of this
era to an exclusive domed coin which beautifully captures
this age of discovery. This convex domed coin follows on
from the Celestial Dome Series – Southern and Northern Skies.
The design features depictions of the Eastern Hemisphere
based on an historic and rare map that shows Captain Cook’s
tracks and his findings.
With an extremely limited mintage this coin will Nominal Specifications
surely be popular with collectors. $100 99.99% Au 1 oz 38.51 mm proof 750 B. King
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NEW
M I L E S T O N E S A N D C E L E B R AT I O N S S E T
2018 SIX COIN
PROOF SET
Throughout the centuries, coins have become known as
2018 Six Coin Proof Set
symbols of hope, wealth, prosperity and good fortune.
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$130.00
Across many cultures, coins are given as gifts to mark
9 different band wraps available in gold, silver and bronze.
special occasions or to celebrate milestones. See order form for individual product codes.
In 2018 the Royal Australian Mint presents a six-coin proof set
to mark personal milestones and celebrations. The set features
an engravable plate and you can choose from nine different
band wraps in three different colours to honour “Anniversary”,
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“Congratulations” and “Birthday”. This will be an elegant and
5c CuNi 2.83 g 19.41 mm proof unlimited S. Devlin/H. Hahne
sentimental gift for anybody seeking that special something
10c CuNi 5.65 g 23.60 mm proof unlimited S. Devlin/H. Hahne
for a friend or a loved one.
20c CuNi 11.30 g 28.52 mm proof unlimited S. Devlin/H. Hahne
Personalise your special gift with the 50c CuNi 15.55 g 31.51 mm proof unlimited S. Devlin/H. Hahne
Royal Australian Mint today! $1 AlBr 9.00 g 25.00 mm proof unlimited S. Devlin/H. Hahne
$2 AlBr 6.60 g 20.50 mm proof unlimited S. Devlin/H. Hahne
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NEW
G O L D C O A S T 2 0 1 8 C O M M O N W E A LT H G A M E S
2018 THREE COIN SET
The Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games (GC2018) will
2018 Three Coin Set
bring together nations in a spirit of friendly competition and
Limited sets available.
sporting endeavour. This will be the fifth time that Australia 210614
$350.00
hosts the Games, and the first time that it has been hosted in
Available at time of printing.
a regional Australian city.
This three coin proof set celebrates the Games, which will
be the largest event in Australia this decade. The designs
of the coins are inspired by the GC2018 medal design by
Quandamooka Country artist Delvene Cockatoo-Collins.
Nominal Specifications
With only 2018 available, this set will be a unique and
$10 99.9% Ag, 1 oz 40.00 mm proof 2018 D. Cockatoo-Collins/A. Stokic
lasting memento of the Games for both sporting Au plated
d. enthusiasts and collectors. $5 99.9% Ag 1 oz 40.00 mm proof 2018 D. Cockatoo-Collins/A. Stokic
P late $1 Cu 27.50 g 40.00 mm proof 2018 D. Cockatoo-Collins/A. Stokic
Gold
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NEW
W O R L D M O N E Y FA I R B E R L I N 2 0 1 8
SPECIAL RELEASE
A number of special products have been produced
2018 2c High Relief
exclusively for the World Money Fair (WMF) 2018 in Berlin.
Fine Silver Proof Coin $120.00
The 2018 2c High Relief Fine Silver Proof Coin is superbly 511140
interpreted in high relief perspective on a silver proof coin. 2018 50c Gold Plated
The remarkable 2018 50c Gold Plated Tetra-decagon Uncirculated Tetra-decagon Uncirculated Coin
511159
$22.50
Coin – Lunar Year of the Dog features a unique tetra-decagon
shape and the 2018 $1 Brandenburg Gate Privy Mark Uncirculated 2018 $1 Brandenburg Gate
Privy Mark Uncirculated Coin
Coin showcases a never before seen privy mark.
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$10.00
This is a great opportunity for those who can’t join us in Berlin Available at time of printing.
to secure their own special WMF products. Nominal Specifications
2c 99.99% Au 1 oz 32.00 mm proof 1500 S. Devlin
50c CuNi, Au Plated 15.55 g 31.51 mm uncirculated 5000 S. Stojanovic
$1 AlBr 9.00 g 25.00 mm uncirculated 5000 S. Devlin
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POSSUM MAGIC ARMISTICE: ONE HUNDRED YEARS ON
2018 Baby Year Sets Six Coin Proof Year Sets
In 2018 we bring you the latest release in the hugely The Armistice signed on 11 November 1918 was not a formal
successful Possum Magic program. surrender, but marked a clear allied victory over a defeated
Germany and effectively ended the First World War. To mark
Possum Magic celebrates the wonders of Australia and
this significant moment in Australia's history this set features
the importance of love and family. These beautiful coin
an evocative $1 coin design featuring poppies blooming
sets feature the book’s celebrated illustrations in colour
above buried cartridges.
on a special token and a 50 cent coin. Be sure to pick up a
cherished memento for the precious possum in your life.
2018 Uncirculated Year Set
311535
$25.00
2018 Uncirculated Baby Coin Set
$45.00
311536 2018 Proof Year Set
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$100.00
2018 Proof Baby Coin Set
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$125.00
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LUNAR SERIES TETRA-DECAGON SERIES
Year of the Dog Year of the Dog
Celebrate a loved one who was born in the Year of the Dog With the skill to inspire other people’s confidence, those
by gifting them a special coin. Year of the Dog is the twelfth born in the Year of the Dog are also said to be smart and
animal to feature in the Royal Australian Mint Lunar Series, make good leaders. With the New Year fast approaching this
running since 2007. We’ll see a slight change next year to this innovative 14-sided tetra-decagon coin is a special way to
program so be sure to get in fast and finalise your collection celebrate those born in the Year of the Dog.
with a coin from this series.
2018 50c Tetra-decagon
2018 $1 Uncirculated Coin
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$13.50 Uncirculated Coin $12.50
311550
2018 $1 Fine Silver Proof Coin
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$55.00
2018 $1 Fine Silver Proof Coin – 1 oz
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$88.00
2018 $10 Gold Proof Coin
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$300.00
2018 $10 Fine Silver Proof Coin – 5 oz
210596
$320.00
2018 $30 Fine Silver Proof Coin – 1 kg
210598
$1695.00 Nominal Specifications
For more products and full nominal specifications from the Lunar Series, visit eshop.ramint.gov.au. 50c CuNi 15.37 g 31.51 mm uncirculated unlimited S. Stojanovic
18 19CATALOGUE
ADD THESE ITEMS TO YOUR COLLECTION
G O L D C O A S T 2 0 1 8 C O M M O N W E A LT H G A M E S
A Legacy of Reconciliation
Astronomical Pop-up Solar System
In 2018 the Gold Coast will welcome athletes and officials Planetary Coins Collection
from 70 Commonwealth nations and territories for the 2017 10 Coin Collection
XXI Commonwealth Games. These coins celebrate the values 311022
$180.00
of vision, unity, energy and legacy that are embodied in both For full nominal specifications, visit eshop.ramint.gov.au
the spirit of the Games and the spirit of Reconciliation.
The coin design forms part of the GC2018 Reconciliation
Action Plan and includes artwork created by artist Jenna Lee,
a proud Larrakia Woman.
2018 $1 Silver Uncirculated Coin
311609
$60.00
2018 $50 Gold Proof Coin
$1250.00 Sydney New Year’s Eve
210607
2018 $1 Coloured Fine Silver
Frosted Uncirculated Coin
511122
$60.00
$1 99.9% Ag 1/2 oz 35.89 mm frosted uncirculated 5000 A. Baggio
Nominal Specifications
$1 99.9% Ag 40.00 mm 1 oz uncirculated 10 000 J. Lee/Royal Australian Mint
$50 99.99% Au 30.00 mm 1/2 oz proof 1000 J. Lee/Royal Australian Mint
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Royal 70th Wedding Light Horseman –
Anniversary Battle of Beersheba
2017 50c Fine Silver proof Coin 2017 $5 Fine Silver Proof Coin
511107
$80.00 210618
$100.00
50c 99.9% Ag 18.24 g 31.51 mm frosted uncirculated 5000 A. Stokic $5 99.9% Ag 1 oz 40.00 mm proof 5000 E. Llewellen
Remembrance Day Russia 2018 –
2017 $2 ‘C’ Mintmark Coloured FIFA World Cup
Uncirculated Coin 2018 $1 Silver Proof Coin
311295
$15.00 511049
$100.00
$2 AlBr 6.60 g 20.50 mm uncirculated 40 000 A. Stokic $1 99.9% Ag 1 oz 40.00 mm Proof 30 000 B. King
Kangaroo Series
XXI Commonwealth Games Seasons Change – Summer
Borobi 2018 $1 Fine Silver Frosted Uncirculated Coin
2018 $1 Colour Frosted Uncirculated Coin
311558
$15.00 311027
$80.00
$1 AlBr 9.00 g 25.00 mm uncirculated unlimited B. King $1 99.99% Ag 15.55 g 40.00 mm Proof 10 000 S. Stojanovic
22 23A War Close to Home
2017 $1 Uncirculated Four Coin Set
MEET THE MINTIES
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$30.00 JAI WEST WOOD VISITOR EXPERIENCE HOST
$1 AlBr 9.00 g 25.00 mm uncirculated 15 000 E. Llewellen
Jai Westwood started a career at the Royal Australian Mint Jai has an extensive collection of coins including numerous
on 7 April 2016. Initially working in the Mint Shop assisting 1982 proof year sets from around the world and Jai’s prized
customers and selling collectibles, Jai was quickly moved into possession is the 2015 50c 50th Anniversary of the Royal
the Education and Visitor Services Team as a Visitor Experience Australian Mint Coloured Uncirculated Coin.
Host due to his passion for service delivery. As a Mint Host As a proud Mintie Jai enjoys that every day at the Mint is
Jai enjoys sharing his knowledge with visitors and is always different. Jai can be seen welcoming visitors and hosting
amazed at how much our international and domestic visitors school groups as well as being involved in events and product
know about the coining process. launches at the Mint. Jai is most excited about the Mint
Coin Album $35.00 The Education and Visitor Services Team promotes public expanding its reach and breaking into new markets, believing
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understanding of the cultural and historical significance of that exclusive events during peak tourism periods in Canberra
coins. The team provides public programs based on the display present a unique opportunity for the Education and Visitor
and interpretation of the National Coin Collection promoting Services Team.
the Mint as a tourist attraction and providing lifelong education
to school groups and the wider community.
24 Carat Gold
$100 Note in Acrylic $200.00
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24 25FROM THE VAULT WHAT’S ON
2 0 0 6 – 2 0 0 8 A U S T R A L I A’ S B A B Y C O I N P R O O F S E T – T H E M A G I C P U D D I N G NEWS FROM ACROSS THE MINT
In 2006, the Royal Australian Mint produced The Magic Pudding that children like to read about fairies, while Lindsay asserted Enlighten 2018 XXIII Olympic Winter Games PyeongChang
Baby Coin Proof and Uncirculated Sets to commemorate the that they would rather read about food and fighting.
The Royal Australian Mint will host a series of exclusive master The XXIII Olympic Winter Games will be held in PyeongChang,
children’s classic bush tale. Few children’s stories have stood the
To embrace the iconic imagery of the well-known tale, the Mint classes on 7, 8, 14 and 15 March. This will be a rare opportunity South Korea from 9 – 24 February 2018. The Games will bring
test of time like Norman Lindsay’s ‘The Magic Pudding’ since it
included illustrations from the classic story on the packaging. to immerse oneself in an authentic coin modelling and together 90 nations to compete across 15 sports. Cheer on the
was first published in 1918. Thousands of Australian children
The set features all six standard circulating coin designs and on sculpting experience hosted by Mint coin designers. Spaces are athletes renowned for their supremacy on the snow and ice
have grown up enjoying the adventures of Albert, the rude
a token you can see ‘Albert – The Magic Pudding’ in full flight limited. For more information about the Mint’s 2018 Enlighten who have captivated spectators through their dedication and
pudding and his band of cheeky buddies, Bunyip Bluegum,
running with the wind sailing past him. experience or to make a booking visit www.ramint.gov.au. sporting excellence. See page 4 to see the Australian Olympic
Sam Sawnoff and Bill Barnacle.
Team coin collection.
There is no doubt that the Magic Pudding and other Silver and Gold from the National Gallery of Australia
The Magic Pudding is considered a children's classic and
characters have had strong appeal amongst generations of Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games
continues to be reprinted. A new edition was released in 2008 Silver and gold: Unique Australian objects 1830 – 1910
Australians. The Mint’s baby sets continues to be cherished
to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the book, and 12 October is now open at the Royal Australian Mint. This National Gallery The Royal Australian Mint is proud to continue the tradition of
amongst parents and collectors. The Mint’s first baby set
was declared "Pudding Day". The Magic Pudding is said to have of Australia touring exhibition will be on show until 1 April 2018. marking our nation’s greatest sporting moments. To ensure your
commenced in 1993 and if you would like to see the latest
been written to settle an argument: a friend of Lindsay's said memories last a lifetime purchase limited edition collectable
in the collection you can view page 16.
coins by visiting Mint eShop or visit us at the GC2018 Superstore
in Broadbeach, Queensland.
26 27Tel: 1300 652 020 – 8.30 am to 5.00 pm Mon – Fri AEST (cost of local call Australia-wide) International Tel: +61 2 6202 6800 | Fax: +61 2 6202 6953 Royal Australian Mint, Locked Bag 31, Kingston ACT 2604, Australia www.ramint.gov.au | eshop.ramint.gov.au NB: Coins shown in this catalogue are not actual size unless stated. Coin images in this catalogue are a rendered representation of the actual coins. All prices are inclusive of GST. For full nominal coin specifications please visit our website. All products are subject to availability. All products will be available from Thursday 1 February 2018 at the Coin Shop and eShop unless otherwise stated. All information is correct as of time of printing. Abbreviations: Unc – Uncirculated | Frunc – Frosted Uncirculated | Circ – Circulated | SGP – Selectively Gold Plated | BU – Brilliant Uncirculated © Commonwealth of Australia 2017
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