Australian SAS 1957 – 2007 1oz Silver Proof Coin

To celebrate the 50^th anniversary of the Australian Special Air Service, the Perth mint has produced the Australian SAS 1957 – 2007 1oz Silver Proof Coin

Special Air Service Regiment (SASR) is a Special Forces regiment modeled on the original British SAS and also drawing on the traditions of the Australian World War II 'Z' Special Force commando unit, as well as the Independent Companies which were active in the South Pacific during the same period. It is based at Campbell Barracks, Swanbourne, Perth, Western Australia and is a unit of the Royal Australian Corps of Infantry, part of the Australian Defense Force. They have been widely regarded as one of the better special forces units in the world; ranking alongside the British SAS/SBS and US Navy SEALs special forces.

The Australian SAS is the crack Regiment revered as the 'eyes and ears' of the Australian Defense Force, and the regimental motto is 'Who dares wins'.

Fully supported by the SAS itself, this spectacular Perth Mint release offers collectors of Australian military commemoratives a magnificent tribute with which to celebrate the Regiment’s many vital contributions throughout the world.

The coin's reverse depicts SAS soldiers in action in a variety of operational contexts. The design, which includes colored elements and the words AUSTRALIAN SAS 1957-2007, also portrays the SAS badge incorporating the words WHO DARES WINS.

Issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965, the coin’s obverse depicts the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

The coin is struck from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality with a Coloured Reverse Design and is housed in a stylish presentation case and superbly illustrated shipper

No more than 7,500 of these coins will be released by The Perth Mint and each will be accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

The Australian SAS 1957 – 2007 1oz Silver Proof Coin is going to be a much sought after coin by coin enthusiasts.

Phar Lap 75th Anniversary Silver Proof Coin

To Celebrate the 75^th Anniversary of Australia's greatest racehorse the Perth Mint have issued the Phar Lap 75th Anniversary Silver Proof Coin. This stunning tribute to Phar Lap is struck from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality.

Phar Lap (in pronunciation, the words are run together usually as one word: "farlap") was a giant chestnut gelding born in 1926. Standing at 17.1 hands he was considered by many to be Australasia's greatest-ever racehorse. At the time of his death, Phar Lap was the third highest stake-winner in the world. Bookmakers offered very short odds on Phar Lap, even refusing to accept any bets on some races.

Although Phar Lap was foaled and bred in Timaru, New Zealand, he was very much a part of the Australian racing scene during his long and distinguished career, and was sometimes called "Australia's wonder horse". He was also called "The Red Terror" and "Big Red" the same nickname as the two greatest US racehorses ever, Man O' War and Secretariat.

Suspicion surrounding the demise of Phar Lap refuses to go away, even after 75 years. On 5 April 1932, Australia’s greatest racehorse died in puzzling circumstances on a ranch in California. Devastated by the news, many Australians were convinced that their beloved chestnut gelding, the winner of 37 races from just 51 starts, had been deliberately poisoned.

The coin's reverse depicts jockey Jim Pike riding Phar Lap to victory in the 1930 Melbourne Cup at Flemington Park. The design, which incorporates The Perth Mint's 'P' mintmark, also includes the dates 1932 - 2007 and the words PHAR LAP 75th ANNIVERSARY.

Issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965, the coin’s obverse depicts the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

The coin is housed in a stylish presentation case and strikingly illustrated shipper and is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. No more than 7,500 of these coins will be released by The Perth Mint.

Specifications
Proof Quality 99.9% Pure Silver
1oz Silver Proof Coin
Australian Sporting Icon
Proof Quality 99.9% Pure Silver
Limited Mintage: 7500
Price: AUD$70.91

The Phar Lap 75th Anniversary Silver Proof Coin will likely prove to be much sought after not only by coin collectors but by race enthusiasts and fans of the legendary horse known as Phar Lap.

2007 Scouting Centenary Silver Proof 50p

The 2007 Scouting Centenary Silver Proof 50p is a beautiful .925 fine silver proof coin housed in an elegant red presentation case. This superb Scout Movement Silver Proof fifty pence coin celebrates 100 years of Scout Movement.

Robert Baden-Powell, Lieutenant General in the British Army, held the first Scouting encampment at Brownsea Island in England in 1907 and this was the start of the now, world famous scouting movement. Baden-Powell wrote the principles of Scouting in Scouting for Boys (London, 1908), based on his earlier military books, with influence and support of Seton of the Woodcraft Indians, Smith of the Boys' Brigade, and his publisher Pearson. During the first half of the 20th century, the movement grew to encompass three major age groups each for boys (Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Rover Scout) and for girls (Brownie Guide, Girl Guide and Girl Scout, Ranger Guide).

The movement promotes a program of informal education with an emphasis on practical outdoor activities and self reliance, including camping, woodcraft, aquatics, hiking, backpacking, and sports. Awards are given for merit and accomplishment in various scouting activities and abilities. A distinctive uniform insignia includes the fleur-de-lis and the trefoil, as well as merit badges and other patches.

For further information on the Scouts visit http://www.scouts.org.uk

The 2007 Scouting Centenary Silver Proof 50p comes complete with a Certificate of Authenticity and

The Silver Proof fifty pence coin commemorating a 100 years of adventure. The reverse design by Kerry Jones, appropriately features a globe, emphasizing the growth of the Scouting Movement, along with the Scouts’ familiar fleur-de-lys and their famous motto ‘Be Prepared’ and the traditional obverse of the Queen by Ian Rank-Broadley, FRBS.

Struck in superb proof quality sterling .925 silver, there is a strictly issue limit of just 12,500

Specifications:
Alloy: .925 Sterling Silver
Weight: 8 g
Diameter: 27.3 mm
Denomination: 50P
Code: UKSCMSP
Price: £28.50

This is a beautiful 2007 Scouting Centenary Silver Proof 50p coin celebrating a notable achievement in education and self reliance and is sure to sell out fast.

2007 Act of Union £2 Silver Proof

The 2007 Act of Union £2 Silver Proof, designed and produced by the British Royal Mint, is an excellent example of a beautifully designed limited-edition commemorative silver Proof £2 coin. This silver proof £2 coin celebrates the 300th anniversary of the Act of Union that brought together the kingdoms of Scotland and England under one Parliament.

Together the people of the United Kingdom forged the British Empire and in the nineteenth century established Britain as the ‘workshop of the world’. The Union has continued over the last three centuries and its longevity is probably due to the fact that it has been continuously adapted to meet the needs of time.

This superb silver Proof coin is issued in .925 sterling silver and plated with fine gold on the outer ring. It is presented in a green case together with a Certificate of Authenticity and has been struck to superb silver Proof quality in .925 sterling silver with the outer ring plated with fine gold.

There is a unique edge inscription: 'UNITED INTO ONE KINGDOM', and the reverse features a design by artist Yvonne Holton, FRSA and the elegant portrait of the Queen by Ian Rank-Broadley, FRBS features on the obverse.

There is a limited edition of just 10,000 so it is worth while grabbing this splendid coin while there are some available. With any new issue the coin dealers are usually the first to grab large quantities with bulk orders for a later sale.

Specifications:
Alloy: .925 Sterling Silver
Weight: 12g
Diameter: 28.4 mm
Denomination: £2
Edge Inscription: UNITED INTO ONE KINGDOM
Reverse Designer: Yvonne Holton
Obverse Designer: Ian Rank-Broadley FRBS
Code: UKAOUSP
Price: £29.95

The 2007 Act of Union £2 Silver Proof coin will surely become a valuable collectors item and well worth acquiring.

2007 Australian Koala 1oz Silver Coin

The Perth Mint, Australia, has launched the 2007 Silver Koala as the first coin in a new series of iconic Perth Mint releases depicting Australia’s most endearing marsupial. Scheduled for release each year with a new design featuring a cuddly koala, this stunning series is designed to appeal to investors, collectors and gift buyers.

This new Silver Koala coin is struck from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver in specimen quality and features on the reverse a cuddly koala clinging tenaciously to the branch of a gum tree. The image appears on a ‘shimmer’ background, a remarkable new effect developed exclusively by The Perth Mint.

Issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965, the 2007-dated coin bears the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on its obverse.

The new 2007 Silver Koala is struck on a ‘Mint to Order’ basis only and production will close on announcement of the 2008-dated coin, enabling The Perth Mint to declare its official mintage

The coin has a face value of 1 Australian Dollar but contains one ounce of pure silver and retails for just under 30 Australian Dollars plus shipping.

This coin looks to be a very popular design, the Koala is a very popular Australian Icon with visitors and tourists and the 2007 Australian Koala 1oz silver coin is likely to become a firm favorite with coin collectors everywhere.