Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Year of the Dragon 2012 1oz Silver Rectangle Four-Coin Set by Perth Mint Australia






  • Magnificent Year of the Dragon Tribute
  • Four 99.9% Pure Silver 1oz Coins
  • Unique Rectangle Shape
  • Cook Islands Legal Tender
  • Extremely Limited Mintage – 3,000
  • Numbered Certificate of Authenticity
  • Exciting Packaging – View From Both Sides

Celebrating the Year of the Dragon, this four-coin set is a prestigious and exceptionally limited offering from The Perth Mint.

In Chinese culture, people born in the Year of the Dragon - 1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000 and 2012 - are regarded as confident, enterprising, independent, self assured, brave and passionate.

Four 99.9% Pure Silver 1oz Coins

Each coin is struck by The Perth Mint from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality.

Unique Design

The 2012 Dragon 1oz silver rectangle coins each feature a coloured dragon with a ‘pearl of wisdom’ set against a background depicting waves and clouds. As well as the Chinese character for ‘dragon’, The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark also appears on the reverse of all four coins.

Cook Islands Legal Tender

Issued as legal tender under the authority of the Government of the Cook Islands. The Raphael Maklouf effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the 2012 year-date and the monetary denomination are shown on the obverse of each coin.

Extremely Limited Mintage

No more than 3,000 numbered sets will be released by The Perth Mint.

Numbered Certificate of Authenticity

The four-coin set is issued with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Presentation Packaging

Accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity, the four-coin set is housed in a contemporary black framed clear display case, allowing you to see both the reverse and obverse of each coin. The set is packaged in an illustrated shipper.

Technical Specifications

Silver Content (Troy oz) 1
Monetary Denomination (AUD) 1
Fineness (% purity) 99.9
Minimum Gross Weight (g) 31.135
Maximum Diameter (mm) 47.60 x 27.60
Maximum Thickness (mm) 4.00

LIMIT OF ONE SET PER CUSTOMER. ORDERS WILL BE AMENDED WITHOUT NOTICE.

Available for delivery from 24 November 2011 from Perth Mint

Australia Silver: Australian Sea Life II "The Reef" Surgeonfish 1/2 oz Silver Proof Coin Perth Mint Issue


The colourful Surgeonfish is found along the coast of Western Australia and throughout the waters of the Great Barrier Reef in Queensland to northern New South Wales. The most distinguishing characteristics of this marine species are its amazing ability to change colour and its extremely sharp scutes and fins – hence the name – Surgeonfish.

Proof Quality 99.9% Pure Silver
The coin is struck by The Perth Mint from 1/2oz of 99.9% silver in proof quality.
Coloured Reverse Design
The coin’s reverse depicts a Surgeonfish in colour and includes The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark. Incorporated into the design are the inscriptions AUSTRALIAN SEA LIFE II – THE REEF – SURGEONFISH.

Australian Legal Tender
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 2012 year-date and the monetary denomination.

Limited Mintage

The Perth Mint will release no more than 10,000 of these coins worldwide.

Numbered Certificate of Authenticity

Each coin is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Stunning Illustrated Presentation Packaging
The coin is housed in a display case with an illustrated coral reef shipper, and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Each shipper joins with other shippers in the series to create a superb underwater scene.

•Proof Quality 99.9% Pure Silver
•Coloured Reverse Design
•Australian Legal Tender
•Limited Mintage – 10,000
•Numbered Certificate of Authenticity
•Stunning Illustrated Presentation Packaging

Technical Specifications
Silver Content (Troy oz) 0.5
Monetary Denomination (AUD) 0.50
Fineness (% purity) 99.9
Minimum Gross Weight (g) 15.591
Maximum Diameter (mm) 36.60
Maximum Thickness (mm) 2.30
Designer: Wade Robinson


Australia Silver: Australian Sea Life II "The Reef" Surgeonfish 1/2 oz Silver Proof Coin Perth Mint Issue

Thursday, August 4, 2011

Ounces of Silver: DRAGON PEARL LUNAR YEAR 1 OZ SILVER COIN 10$ FIJI 2012

In occasion of the Year of the Dragon, a unique Silver coin with a real pearl will be issued. The dragon is considered to be a very strong symbol. Historically, it always represented the Chinese emperor and therefore stands for power and protection. Today, it is theultimate auspicious symbol signifying success and happiness. May the celestial Dragon bring great good luck to everyone!

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Ounces of Silver: DRAGON PEARL LUNAR YEAR 1 OZ SILVER COIN 10$ FIJI 2012

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Australia Silver: 2011 Kangaroo $1 Silver Proof Coin Royal Australia Mint

In 2010 we released the first of the $1 silver proof coins featuring a lone kangaroo against the backdrop of a setting sun. This is one of the most internationally recognised and highly acclaimed coin designs by world renowned sculptor Wojciech Pietranik and produced by the Royal Australian Mint.

Like 2010, the 2011 coins will sell out quickly and become an instant collectible.

Total mintage: 5,000*

Australia Silver: 2011 Kangaroo $1 Silver Proof Coin Royal Australia Mint

Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Ounces of Silver: 2011 AUSTRALIAN KANGAROO 1OZ SILVER PROOF HIGH RELIEF COIN

The Perth Mint 2011 AUSTRALIAN KANGAROO 1OZ SILVER PROOF HIGH RELIEF COIN

  • Proof Quality 99.9% Pure Silver
  • High Relief Design
  • Australian Legal Tender
  • Mintage - 20,000 Worldwide
  • Presentation Packaging
  • Numbered Certificate of Authenticity
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Ounces of Silver: 2011 AUSTRALIAN KANGAROO 1OZ SILVER PROOF HIGH RELIEF COIN

Australia Silver: 1965 - FIRST SPACE WALK 2009 SILVER 'ORBITAL' COIN

One Troy Ounce Silver Perth Mint Numismatic -1965 - FIRST SPACE WALK 2009 SILVER 'ORBITAL' COIN
  • 99.9% Pure Silver
  • Coloured Reverse Design
  • Unique ‘Orbital’ Coin Construction
  • Issued as Legal Tender
  • Limited Mintage – 25,000
  • Elliptical-Shaped Display Case
  • Numbered Certificate of Authenticity
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Australia Silver: 1965 - FIRST SPACE WALK 2009 SILVER 'ORBITAL' COIN

Saturday, July 9, 2011

Blue Throated Macaw Peek - Purest (equal) Silver Round Bullion...

Following on from the Andean Cat is this Blue Throated Macaw Peek .99999 Silver Bullion Round from Royal Silver Mint using Argox technology.



What is Argox?

Royal Silver Company has developed an advanced hydro-metallurgical method for producing silver from mined ores. The ARGOX Process extracts silver from raw ores in 2 hours for the lowest cost and highest recovery with zero emissions. Our refinery uses a trade-secret method to produce certified .99999 silver. Our quality control laboratory--using modern instrumentation--insures the highest standards.