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Prospect Stamps and Coins
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Royal Australian Mint Coins
2006
Proof and Mint Sets
Baby Proof and Mint Sets.
"40th Anniversary of Decimal Currency "
Celebrating 40 years of decimal currency the Royal Australian Mint has released a eight coin proof and mint set. For the first time since 1966 the 50c coin appears in its original round form, minted with a silver metal content of 80%.
The round silver 50c coin is ONLY available in the PROOF set. The 1c and 2c also make a feature in these sets another first since 1991. The designs on the 2006 coins are the original 1966 designs representing the Australian Fauna.
Proof SetA$95.00 Standard A$140.00 Baby |
Mint SetA$30.00 Standard A$50.00 Baby |
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Proof and Mint sets from 1966 to 2008,
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2006 ANDA Coin Fair Special Release
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A special gift to any baby born in 2006. With Australia’s children’s classic “MAGIC PUDDING” on the box and certificate, this lovely set makes a great present to any baby’s birth, christening or naming day ceremony in 2006.
Available in proof and uncirculated finish, the sets come with a place for baby’s photo, birth details and family tree, also included is a medallion.
This year sets features wonderful new packaging and the proof and unc sets both feature different artwork designs on the packaging.
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Baby Proof and Mint sets from 1993 to 2008,
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2006 Mint Set
ANDA Coin Fair Issue
The Canberra ANDA Coin, Note and Stamp Fair recently saw the release of the special 2006 Mint set with the ANDA Logo printed on the Outer Sleeve. There was very long queues during the first day of the show with everyone wanting to get hold of these very limited sets. The ANDA Logo is printed on the outer sleeve, making this set of coins unique and is a must have to complete any collection.
2006 ANDA Coin Fair Issue Mint Set A$75.00
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2006 Mint Set
Berlin Money Fair
The Royal Australian Mint released this special limited edition 2006 Mint Set in February at the Berlin World Money Fair. Featuring the ‘World Money Fair’ Show overprint just 1,500 of this Mint Set have been released.
2006 Mint Set Berlin Money Fair A$75.00
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Royal Australian Mint and Australia Post
Philatelic Numismatic
Prestige Booklet
2006 Melbourne Commonwealth Games Booklet
Melbourne 2006 Prestige Booklet with
4 x 50c sport coins A$35.00
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Royal Australian Mint and Australia Post
Philatelic Numismatic
Prestige Booklet
2006 QEII Royal Visit Prestige Booklet
QEII Royal Visit Prestige Booklet with
1 x 50c Royal Visit coin A$30.00
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2006 150th Anniversary of
State Government
$5 Silver Proof Coins
In 1856 the States of NSW, Victoria and Tasmania were granted Self - Government and their own State Government. This historic event the Royal Australian Mint has released these beautiful crafted silver proof coins in celebration of the state development through colonial days to Statehood. These coins are strictly limited to only 12,500 coins and are first in a series of silver coins to be released celebrating all states and territories as their anniversaries are acknowledged in the coming years.
2006 $5 NSW Silver Proof Coin A$65.00
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2006 $5 Tasmania Silver Proof Coin A$65.00
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2006 $1 Dolphin and
Eastern Clown Anemonefish
The Royal Australian Mint has utilised the newest pad printing technology imported from Germany. The Royal Australian Mint is releasing a new ocean series which will attract all collectors. This incredible collection will depict in full colour some of Australia's most colourful and unique marine life. The first two coins released in this seris depicts the Easter Clown Anemonefish (Clown Fish) and the Bottlenose Dolphin, with more being released over the next 12 months.
2006 Bottlenose Dolphin $1 Unc Coin $18.00
2006 Clown Fish $1 Unc Coin $18.00
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2006 Selectively Gold Plated
Silver Kangaroo Coin
The new 2006 Silver Selectively Gold Plated Kangaroo is the fourth issue in the series and has the lowest mintage, with just 7,500 coins struck. Struck by the Royal Australian Mint in an official case with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.
2006 Selectively Gold Plated
Silver Kangaroo Coin A$74.50
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2006 Duyfken Two Coin
Silver Proof Set
The official Royal Mint’s of the Netherlands and Australia have partnered to celebrate and commemorate the 400–year anniversary of the Dutch ship the Duyfken’s historic charting of Australia and the special bond between our countries.
Be enchanted by the gracefully floating ship, the Duyfken, replicated as the feature design on the Australian Dollar and secure another valuable addition for your personal collection by owning the special 5 Euro also.
The 5 Euro is a brilliant coin with a modern and progressive design. Slightly smaller than the Australian Dollar but every inch as prestigious. The Euro coins were masterfully crafted in the Netherlands and the Dollar minted in Australia and permitted the special privilege of being struck with the Dutch Mintmaster design mark.
These sets are a bold symbol of the proud history and relationship of Australia and the Netherlands but act quickly as only 4,000 sets are available in Australia.
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2006 Duyfken Two Coin Silver Proof Set A$135.00
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2006 Duyfken $5 Bronze
Uncircluated Coin
To commemorate the 400th Anniversary of the Duyfken's exploration of Australia, the Royal Australian Mint has released the 'GZ' mintmark on the $5 unc coin stands for Groot Zuydtlandt “Unknown Southern Land” and was the name given to Australia when the Duyfken made the first historical charting of our great Australian Coast in 1606.
This coin comes in innovative packaging that doubles as a great display box and also packs flat for more convenient storage or mailing.
2006 Duyfken $5 Bronze Uncircluated Coin A$Sold Out
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Bronze Five Dollar Unc Coins from 1988 to 2006,
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2006 Subscription Dollar
Antique Silver Coin
1758 Pillar Dollar
The Royal Australian Mint has just announced the release of the 2006 Subscription Coin to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Decimal Currency in Australia with the release of the stunning historical 1758 Pillar Dollar design - the first antique silver subscription coin!
The reproduction of the 1758 Pillar Dollar, which is also known as Spanish Dollar, has been meticulously and artistically designed and crafted on the 2006 $1 Antique silver subscription coin by our renowned designer – Wojciech Pietranik.
The Pillar Dollar was struck by Mexico Mint and played an important role in colonial Australia. The design has a scroll running across the Pillars of Hercules in the “S” shape and is believed to have been the basis for the current dollar symbol. The reverse of this coin features the two pillars symbolising the Pillars of Hercules – the Straights of Gibraltar; which represent the titles and power of the Emperor Charles V, who was also King Charles of Spain: the left pillar was crowned with the Imperial Crown and the right one was crown with the Royal Crown with waves where Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea met, divided by two interlocked globes represent Spain’s “old world” metropolis and the “new world” of their South American colonies crowned by a single crown. The obverse portrays a crowned shield with lions, castles and pomergranate. This magnificent coin is housed in a presentation case accompanying with a certificate of authenticity.
This coin has a mintage of only 9,846.
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2006 Subscription Coin – 1758 Pillar Dollar A$88.00
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2006 One Dollar Silver Proof Coin
50 Years of Television
On the evening of September 16, 1956, crowds gathered outside department stores and in homes across Australia to witness the momentous event when TCN Channel Nine flicked into life with the famous words “Welcome to Television” uttered by Bruce Gyngell. To commemorate 50 years of Television the Royal Australian Mint has released a one dollar silver proof coin. In the 50 years, TV has become the most popular and fastest means of getting up to date news and entertainment. This coin is to celebrate Australian way of life and will be popular with all. The unique design of this coin is something special and is beautifully packaged and comes with a numbered certificate. The coin has a limited mintage to only 12,500
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2006 50 Years of Television
One Dollar Silver Proof Coin A$38.00
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2006 One Dollar Silver Proof Coin
50 Years of Television
ANDA Coin Fair Issue
The 2006 Silver Proof Dollar ANDA mintmark coin celebrating 50 years of Australian Television were released at the ANDA Coin, Note and Stamp Fair that are held around Australia. The limited release of this silver dollar makes it the lowest mintage of any silver dollar released. It is the first time the Royal Australian Mint has the mintmark 'A' stamped on the silver proof coin. This coin only sold at the Canberra and Brisbane ANDA coin shows, while the Sydney ID packaging was only sold at the Sydney ANDA coin show. The Royal Australian Mint did not sell this coin at the Melbourne ANDA Coin Show.
2006 ANDA Coin Fair Issue 'A' Silver Proof Dollar A$60.00
2006 ANDA Coin Fair Issue 'A' Packaging Marked with
Special Sydney ID A$60.00
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2006 One Dollar Mintmark
Uncirculated Coins
The release of the 2006 uncirculated dollar coins is celebrating 50 years of Television in Australia. The coin is stored in a stylish presentation card.
2006 One Dollar 'C' Mintmark
Uncirculated Coin A$2.75
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2006 One Dollar 'S' Mintmark
Uncirculated Coin A$2.75
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2006 One Dollar 'B' Mintmark
Uncirculated Coin A$2.75
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2006 One Dollar 'TV' Mintmark
Uncirculated Coin A$10.00
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2006 One Dollar 'M' Mintmark
Uncirculated Coin A$2.75
2006 Uncirculated Bronze 'S' Mintmark
struck on mobile press at Sydney Royal Easter Show A$6.00 each
2006 Uncirculated Bronze 'B' Mintmark
struck on mobile press at Brisbane EKKA Show A$8.00 each
2006 Uncirculated Bronze 'M' Mintmark
struck on mobile press at Melbourne Royal Show A$8.00 each
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2006 Royal Selectively Gold Plated
Two Coin Silver Proof Set
In 2006 Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II visited Australia to open the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games, 2006 also marks the Queen’s 80th Birthday. To celebrate these important occasions the Royal Australian Mint released this beautiful Royal Visit Selectively Gold Plated Two Coin set. The set includes two designs by Mr. Stuart Devlin, who is the official Royal Goldsmith and Jeweller.
Both coins are presented in a wooden case with a royal blue lining this set will provide a remarkable memento for 2006. This wonderful coin release is strictly limited to only 7,500.
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2006 Royal Selectively Gold Plated
Two Coin Silver Proof Set A$145.00
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Fifty Cent Silver Proof Coins from 2000 to 2006,
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2006 Royal Uncirculated Coins
To Commemorate the important events of 2006 the Royal Australian Mint has released two special 50c uncirculated coins.
2006 Royal Visit Uncirculated 50c Coin
The Royal Visit coin represents “the stability of the crown contrasted with the rapid growth of Australia.” Australia is depicted as dynamically growing from the globe while the scope of the Queens influence is reflected by the star and ripples spreading out from the United Kingdom on the other side of the world. The coin is presented in an attractive presentation card.
2006 Royal Visit Uncirculated 50c Coin A$20.00
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2006 Queens Birthday Uncirculated 50c Coin
The Birthday coin symbolizes the strong link between the United Kingdom and Australia and Celebrates the Queens Birthday.
The coin is presented in an attractive presentation card
2006 Queens Birthday Uncirculated 50c Coin A$35.00
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2006 Fine Silver Eight Coin Proof Set
The 2006 fine silver eight coin silver set has been released to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Australia’s change to decimal currency. The coins are produced from 99.9% pure silver and are a fitting tribute to this momentous occasion.
In another fitting tribute and exclusive to this set is the original effigy of the Queens head as seen on the 1966 circulating coins. The coins are unique and will be highly sort after for the special obverse not available on any other 2006 product. This set also includes the 1c and 2c coin in silver and the round 50c coin. This set is presented in a wooded case and comes with a Numbered Certificate of Authenticity, and is limited to only 6,500.
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2006 Fine Silver Eight Coin Proof Set A$230.00
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Fine Silver Proof Sets from 2003 to 2008,
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Melbourne 2006
Commonwealth Games
One Dollar ‘M’ Bronze Uncirculated Coin
The Royal Australian Mint released a special one dollar coin to commemorate the games with an ‘M’ mintmark. The One Dollar coin features the iconic images from the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games logo along with the symbolic images of the bay and surrounding hillside featured on the left hand side of the coin’s reverse.
Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games
One Dollar ‘M’ Bronze Uncirculated Coin A$10.00
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Uncirculated Dollars from 1992 to 2008,
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2006 $1 Silver Kangaroo
Proof & Uncirculated Coin
The 2006 Silver Kangaroo coin is a stunningly stylised representation of a bounding Kangaroo with the joey traveling in her pouch. The Roo has been struck in fine silver to the Mint’s highest standards. Each coin is magnificently packaged, accompanied by numbered certificate of authenticity verifying this limited mintage proof coin. The brilliant finish of the Uncirculated further enhances the design and uniqueness of this coin.
The Uncirculated coin is housed in an attractive display card format.
2006 Silver Kangaroo Proof Coin A$65.00
2006 Silver Kangaroo Uncirculated Coin A$45.00
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2006 Masterpieces in Silver
Australian Art of the 20th Century
Celebrating art in the 20th Century, the latest addition to the Masterpieces in Silver series features reproductions of work from four of Australia’s most outstanding artists:
Sidney Nolan, Jeffery Smart,
Brett Whiteley and Russell Drysdale.
Produced in 99.9% silver, each $5 coin has been masterfully created to represent the artwork. The Set is limited to only 10,000 and comes with a numbered certificate.
A special feature is a miniature easel to display a coin.
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2006 Masterpieces in Silver
Australian Art of the 20th Century A$195.00
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Masterpieces in Silver sets 1988 to 2007,
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2006 Wedding Coin Collection
"Gem Uncirculated Finish"
The Wedding Collection is a wonderfully packaged set of 2006 coins - a treasured memento to mark any wedding celebration. The case itself is a work of art, featuring a special plaque to allow your personal inscription.
2006 Wedding Collection A$85.00
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Melbourne 2006
Commonwealth Games
Three Coin Set
Gold, Silver and Bronze Coins
The Royal Australian Mint released the Melbourne 2006 Three Coin Set. This set includes the Aluminium bronze unc coin, the Silver proof coin and a Tri colour proof coin. The three coins represent the Gold, Silver and Bronze medals awarded to athletes competing at the games. The tri colour coin is composed of a gold plated silver centre containing the Melbourne 2006 logo, a decorative silver middle ring and bronze coloured outer ring containing images of all 16 sports being competed at the games.
This set is limited to only 2,500 and is now extremely limited.
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Three Coin Set A$385.00
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Melbourne 2006
Commonwealth Games
Silver Kilo Coin
The Royal Australian Mint released a kilo silver coin, the second coin of its type to be released by the mint, the first being the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games Silver Kilo Coin. The extremely low mintage of 500 for this kilo coin will make it a very sought after coin for collectors and sport lovers alike. YES, it is only limited to 500 and its not a mistake. The coin features images from the Melbourne 2006 logo and the 16 sports that are being represented at the games. This coin is a fitting tribute to a memorable event, and has SOLD OUT at the Royal Australian Mint.
The coin is encased in a jarrah display case and comes with a Numbered Certificate of Authenticity.
An early reservation for this coin is recommended.
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Silver Kilo Coin A$Sold Out
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Melbourne 2006
Commonwealth Games
Silver Proof Coin
Melbourne City Landscape
The Royal Australian Mint produced this silver commemorative proof coin as part of its Commonwealth Games coin program. The design of this silver proof coin illustrates the Melbourne city landscape along the famous Yarra River, which flows through the heart of the city. This coin is a fitting tribute to the city hosting an event that will no doubt be a highlight in Australia’s sporting history.
The silver proof coin has a limited mintage of only 7,500 and comes with a Numbered Certificate of Authenticity.
Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games
Silver Proof Coin Melbourne City Landscape A$68.50
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Melbourne 2006
Commonwealth Games
Aluminium Bronze Uncirculated Coin
Commonwealth Nations
The Bronze Unc coin displays graceful and attractive figures signifying both the spirit and sports of the games. These figures are repeated 71 times representing the competing nations and surround the Commonwealth Crown and Melbourne 2006 Logo.
Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games Aluminium
Bronze Coin Commonwealth Nations A$19.95
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Melbourne 2006
Commonwealth Games
Eighteen Coin Uncirculated Collection
The Royal Australian Mint released the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games Eighteen Uncirculated Coin Collection.
The collection is unique and exciting way to collect coins representing all the sports to be competed at the upcoming Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games. The collection will appeal to the numismatist, sports fan and general public interested in the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games.
As an added bonus, the Melbourne 2006 collection also includes two additional coins with the sixteen 50 cent sports coins, the Queen’s Baton Relay $5 Frosted Uncirculated Coin and 50 cent Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games student design uncirculated coin.
The first coins to be released in this collection are:
Melbourne 2006 Queen’s Baton Relay $5 Frosted Uncirculated Coin
50 cent Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games Student Design.
50 cent Uncirculated Coins (representing the following sports):
Basketball, Hockey, Shooting and Weightlifting
Badminton, Gymnastics, Rugby 7’s and Cycling
Athletics, Triathlon, Netball and Table Tennis
Aquatics, Boxing, Lawn Bowls and Squash
These coins incorporate the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games logo and designs. The coins are minted as uncirculated – these coins will not be circulated as currency. The collection is beautifully housed in a strikingly vibrant folder. The folder includes a wealth of Commonwealth Games history and information. The information details the history and significance of the Commonwealth Games, numismatic coin information, and competition sports information and covers the entire history of Commonwealth Games records.
Melbourne 2006 Eighteen Coin Uncirculated
Collection in display album A$295.00
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Melbourne 2006
Commonwealth Games
50c Uncirculated Coins
The Royal Australian Mint released the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games 50 Cent Uncirculated Coins. These coins incorporate the 16 sports competed for at the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games. The coins incorporate the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games logo and incorporate designs representing each of the following sports,
Basketball, Hockey, Shooting and Weightlifting
Badminton, Gymnastics, Rugby 7’s and Cycling
Athletics, Triathlon, Netball and Table Tennis
Aquatics, Boxing, Lawn Bowls and Squash
The coins are minted as uncirculated –
these coins will not be circulated as currency. The coins are packaged in contemporary and highly colourful credit card style presentation cards.
Melbourne 2006 50c Uncirculated Coins
Basketball A$Sold Out each
Hockey A$9.95 each
Shooting A$9.95 each
Weightlifting A$9.95 each
Melbourne 2006 50c Uncirculated Coins
Badminton A$9.95 each
Rugby 7's A$9.95 each
Cycling A$9.95 each
Gymnastics A$Sold Out each
Melbourne 2006 50c Uncirculated Coins
Athletics A$Sold Out each
Triathlon A$9.95 each
Netball A$Sold Out each
Table Tennis A$9.95 each
Melbourne 2006 50c Uncirculated Coins
Aquatics A$9.95 each
Boxing A$9.95 each
Lawn Bowls A$9.95 each
Squash A$9.95 each
Melbourne 2006 50c Uncirculated Coin
Complete Set of 16 Coins A$225.00
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Melbourne 2006
Commonwealth Games
50c Student Design Silver Proof Coin
The 2005 Student Design 50c Silver Proof features the winning design of a nationwide primary schools competition.
The 2005 Secondary School Student 50c piece conveys the spirit of the games, celebrates Australia’s unique fauna and is a fun, yet emotive piece within the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games coin series.
Created by Kelly Just, and embracing the nations love of sport and the environment, and restricted to a mintage of 10,000, each of these Australian 50c coins is housed in an official case with a Certificate of Authenticity.
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50c Student Design Silver Proof Coin A$66.00
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Melbourne 2006
Commonwealth Games
50c Student Design Uncirculated Coin
The 2005 Secondary School Student 50c piece conveys the spirit of the games, celebrates Australia’s unique fauna and is a fun, yet emotive piece within the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games coin series.
The coin design also incorporates the winning designer’s initials “KJ” on the reverse.
The 50c uncirculated coin is presented in a card, which allows both sides to be seen. The coin holder card makes a compact and affordable souvenir or gift.
This coin is minted to Demand. This coin is dated 2005.
Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games
50c Student Design Uncirculated Coin A$9.95
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Melbourne 2006
Queen's Baton Relay
$5 Silver Proof Coin
The Royal Australian Mint is producing the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games Coins. The Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games are being held from the 15th March 2006 to the 26th March 2006.
The Queen's Baton Relay has been a much loved tradition of the Commonwealth Games since 1958. The Baton carries Her Majesty's message to the athletes from Buckingham Palace, London, to the opening ceremony of the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games.
This baton will travel more than 180,000 kilometres and visit all 71 Nations of the Commonwealth in one year and one day – making the Melbourne 2006 Queen’s Baton Relay the world’s longest, most inclusive relay. The baton will be carried across the globe - over land, air and sea - by thousands of relay runners and on many different modes of transport.
The revolutionary baton contains state-of-the-art technical features, including two tiny ‘baton cam’ cameras, a microphone and a global positioning system to track the baton’s location at all times.
The first coin to be produced and released for the coin series for the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games is the Queen's Baton Relay $5.00 Silver Proof Coin.
The Queen's Baton is incorportaed onto the design, which is also the logo of the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games. The design also includes the Prince's Bridge, which runs over the Yarra River in Melbourne.
The coin is housed in a beautiful jewellery style presentation case, with a certificate of authenticity confirming the limited mintage of only 10,000 coins.
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Melbourne 2006 Queen's Baton Relay
$5 fine Silver Proof Coin A$68.50
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Melbourne 2006
Queen's Baton Relay
$5 Bronze Uncirculated Coin
The first of the coins to be produced and released for the coin series for the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games is the Queen's Baton Relay $5.00 Bronze Uncirculated Coin. The Queen's Baton is incorportaed onto the design, which is also the logo of the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games. The design also includes the Prince's Bridge, which runs over the Yarra River in Melbourne.
The Queen's Baton Relay has been a much loved tradition of the Commonwealth Games since 1958. The Baton carries Her Majesty's message to the athletes from Buckingham Palace, London, to the opening ceremony of the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games.
This baton will travel more than 180,000 kilometres and visit all 71 Nations of the Commonwealth in one year and one day – making the Melbourne 2006 Queen’s Baton Relay the world’s longest, most inclusive relay. The baton will be carried across the globe - over land, air and sea - by thousands of relay runners and on many different modes of transport.
The revolutionary baton contains state-of-the-art technical features, including two tiny ‘baton cam’ cameras, a microphone and a global positioning system to track the baton’s location at all times.
The Bronze Uncirculated coin is housed in a strikingly designed three fold wallet style card. The coin is selectively frosted to futher enhance the features of the design.
Melbourne 2006 Queen's Baton Relay
$5 Bronze Uncirculated Coin A$19.95
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