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Page 1: Perth Mint 2013 May Coin Catalogue

RELEASED 7 MAY 2013

NEWLOOK WHAT’S

Page 2: Perth Mint 2013 May Coin Catalogue

Australian Sovereign NEWRELEASE

NEW 2013DESIGN!

2012 RELEASESOLD OUT!

Item code Description Price

13T46AAA Gold Proof Sovereign Coin $650.00

Obverse shownsmaller than actual

size of 32.60mm

Item code Description Price

1332DAAA 1oz High Relief Kookaburra Coin $102.00

2013 1oz Silver Proof High Relief Coin

2013 Gold Proof Coin

Australian Kookaburra

One of the most famous gold coins ever issued, the sovereign, still reignssupreme with a new adaptation of the first Type I design issued by theSydney Mint in June 1855.

In keeping with tradition, the 2013 Australian Sovereignis struck from 91.67% (22 carat) pure gold.

The title wording of PERTH MINT heads the classic colonialreverse design created by Leonard Charles Wyon. The historicelements include the St Edward's Crown, a laurel wreathand the inscriptions AUSTRALIA and SOVEREIGN.

Issued as Australian legal tender, no more than 1,750of these coins will be released by The Perth Mint ina prestigious wooden presentation case and shipperaccompanied by a numbered Certificate.

The fine detail and depth of designon this 99.9% pure silver high reliefcoin is sure to make an impression.

The coin's contemporary reversedepicts two young kookaburras restingon a tree branch above a spray of bushflowers, headed by the inscriptionAUSTRALIAN KOOKABURRA. Thedesign also includes The Perth Mint's‘P' mintmark.

Housed in a classic presentation case and customdesigned shipper, and presented with a numberedCertificate, only 9,000 of these Australian legaltender coins will be issued in thispackaging from a maximummintage of 10,000.

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NEWRELEASE

Item code Description Price13U90AAA 1oz Silver Proof Frilled $107.00

Neck Lizard Coin

Treasures of the World– Europe

Obverse shown smallerthan actual size of 40.60mm

Obverse shownsmaller than actual

size of 40.60mm

Item code Description Price

13S99AAA 2013 Silver Proof Locket Coin $125.00

Australia is teaming with remarkable reptiles.To celebrate this extraordinary class ofcreatures, a selection of unique specimensis revealed on this new annual coin series.

The first Tuvalu 1oz 99.9% pure silver coinportrays the Frilled Neck Lizard. This iconicreptile is named after the large frill it displaysaround its neck, which it uses to ward offpredators and attract potential mates. TheFrilled Neck Lizard is portrayed in vibrantcolour on the coin's reverse, bordered by amontage of exotic reptile skin patterns.

Presented in a coloured wooden boxwith a numbered Certificate, only5,000 of these coins willbe released.

Commissioned product struckby The Perth Mint

To showcase a selection of the Earth's mostcherished natural riches, The Perth Mint isproud to unveil the first coin in its new annualTreasures of the World series.

Highlighting Europe and the favouredgemstone – garnet – the reverse of this99.9% silver coin features a struck design ofa European Alpine landscape surroundinga transparent locket containing loose garnets.

Classically red in colour, garnet is an ancientsymbol of friendship, passion and loyalty.

Only 7,500 of these Australian legal tender coinswill be released. Each coin is presented in a blackdisplay case with a timber lid and isaccompanied by a numberedCertificate of Authenticity.

2013 Silver Proof Locket Coin with Garnet

LIMIT OF ONECOIN PER MEMBER

until midday 9 May 2013 WST.

NEW SERIES

NEW SERIES

Australia's Remarkable Reptiles– Frilled Neck Lizard2013 1oz Silver Proof Coin

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NEWRELEASE

2014 FIFA World Cup BrazilTM

1/4oz Gold Proof Coin

Item code Description Price

13S77AAA 1/4oz Gold Proof FIFA Coin $695.00

©The Official Emblem andOfficial Mascot of the 2014FIFA World Cup Brazil andthe FIFA World Cup Trophyare copyrights and trademarksof FIFA. All rights reserved.

TM

Obverse shownsmaller than actual

size of 22.60mm

In 2014, the captivating city of Brazil will hostthe FIFA World Cup and The Perth Mint isproud to issue an official licenced productstruck from 1/4oz of 99.99% pure gold.

The reverse of the coin portrays arepresentation of a football playerfeaturing an Aboriginal motif, against asilhouette of Australia. The artistry isheaded by the inscription 2014 FIFAWORLD CUP BRAZIL and includesThe Perth Mint's 'P' mintmark.

Issued as Australian legal tender,The Perth Mint will release nomore than 3,500 of thesecoins in a display case andsouvenir shipper with anumbered Certificateof Authenticity.

TM

TM

Birds of Australia– Rainbow Lorikeet2013 1/2oz Silver Proof Coin

Item code Description Price

13T06AAA 1/2oz Silver Proof Rainbow Lorikeet Coin $62.00

An eye-catching occupant of Australia'srainforests and suburban backyards, thevivid colours of the Rainbow Lorikeet aresuperbly portrayed on this coin's reverse.

Struck from 1/2oz of 99.9% pure silver,the coin is presented in a classic case,illustrated shipper and is accompaniedby a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

No more than 10,000 of these Australianlegal tender coins will be released.

Previous Releases: Red-TailedBlack-Cockatoo, Budgerigar,Regent Bowerbird

Forthcoming Release: Splendid Fairy-Wren

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NEWRELEASE

100 Anniversary ofAustralia's First Banknote

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2013 1oz Silver Proof Coinand Stamp Set

2013 Coin and Stamp Set

Item code Description Price

13T60AAA 1oz Silver Proof Coin $110.00and Stamp Set

Item code Description Price

13U77BAA 1/2oz Silver Proof Coin $89.95and Stamp Set

Kangaroo on the Map

To mark the centenary of Australia's first stamp,which featured an iconic kangaroo and mapdesign, The Perth Mint and Australia Post areproud to present this celebratory stampand coin set.

Comprising an official Australian $10 stampand legal tender 1/2oz stamp-shaped coin,struck from 99.9% pure silver in proof quality,each commemorative replicates the originalartistry of the philatelic issue introduced in 1913.

This centennial set is beautifullypresented in a wooden displaycase and themed shipper andis accompanied by a numberedCertificate. Only 4,000 ofthese sets will be released.

Obverse shown smallerthan actual size of

47.60mm x 27.60mm

Obverse shown smallerthan actual size of

30.50mm x 22.70mm

The Perth Mint and Australia Post jointly present thisspecial release for the 2013 FIP World Stamp Exhibition.

Following the and drawing inspiration from Britain's imperialmonetary system, Australia's first bills featured a tri-coloured tone and theAustralian Coat of Arms. Introduced in May 1913, Australia's first banknotewas numbered during an official ceremony at the Kings Warehouse.

The reverse of the 99.9% pure silver coin features a coloured representation ofthe first ten shilling banknote. An official 60c stamp and a $2.60 stampcomplete the commemorative set with a portrayal of the historic launch eventand the nation's heraldic emblem.

Just 3,000 of these Australian legal tender coin andstamp sets will be released in a classic display caseand shipper with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Notes Act 1910,

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Item code Description Price

13U26AAD 1/2oz Silver Proof Grey Wolf Coin $59.0013U26BAD 1/2oz Silver Proof Red Squirrel Coin $59.0013U26CAD 1/2oz Silver Proof Brown Bear Coin $59.0013U26ZAD Wolf, Squirrel and Bear 3-Coin Bundle $166.00

Forest Babies2013 1/2oz Silver Proof Coins

NEWRELEASE

The playfulness of three of the forest's favourite infant animals is beautifullycaptured on these irresistible coins, struck from 1/2oz of 99.9% pure silverin proof quality.

Portraying wonderful coloured images of a Grey Wolf, Red Squirrel andBrown Bear, each coin's reverse captures the preciousbaby in its natural surroundings. The obverse ofevery release depicts the Ian Rank-Broadleyeffigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, theyear-date and monetary denomination.

Issued as legal tender under the authority ofthe Government of Tuvalu, each coin ispresented in a delightfully illustrated card andcan be purchased individually or together in abundle of three. The Perth Mint will release nomore than 10,000 of each of these coins.

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NEWRELEASE

2013 United KingdomProof and BrilliantUncirculated Sets

Item code Description Price

13U71AAA 2013 UK Proof Set $160.0013U71BAA 2013 UK Uncirculated Set $70.00

In 2013, the prestigious annual proof set and brilliant uncirculatedset from the Royal Mint celebrate the pageantry and grandeur of the60 anniversary of The Queen's Coronation.

Featuring a complete set of the United Kingdom's eight definitivecoins from 1p to £2, and teamed with seven commemorative issuesincluding the Coronation £5 and various coins celebrating theLondon Underground and other significant anniversaries, each ofthese collectables is sure to capture the interest of monarchists andcollectors alike.

Complete with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity and booklet,the proof set is housed in a presentation case and has a mintage of30,000. The Brilliant Uncirculated Set is displayed in a full colourinformation booklet which tells the story of each coin.

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Mini Roo2013 0.5g Gold Coin

NEWRELEASE

Obverse shownactual size

Item code Description Price

130110AAD 0.5g Gold Coin $59.50

Item code Description Price13U57AAA UK £5 Crown $35.95

This delightful, button-sized release presents agolden opportunity for anyone to own a classicAustralian 99.99% pure gold coin.

The reverse design of the coin portrays a kangaroo ina standing pose. The weight and fineness of therelease, and The Perth Mint's historic 'P' mintmark isalso delicately incorporated into the design.

Issued as legal tender under the Australianand housed in a red and black presentation card,

this coin is available on a mint-to-order basis.

Currency Act1965

The Royal Mint celebrates the 60anniversary of the Queen's Coronationwith the release of a brilliant uncirculatedcupro-nickel Crown, packaged in a regalgift card and illustrated sleeve.

Palace approved and issued as legaltender of the United Kingdom, the coin'sobverse portrays the Ian Rank-Broadleyeffigy of Her Majesty.

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To symbolise the monarchy and the continuing reign ofHer Royal Highness, the reverse of the commemorative portraysthe Imperial State Crown bordered by the wording TO REIGNAND SERVE and A VOW MADE GOOD.

The 60 Anniversary ofThe Queen's Coronation

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2013 UK £5 Crown

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Australian Bush Babies II– Platypus2013 1/2oz Silver Proof Coin

Item code Description Price

13S89AAA 1/2oz Silver Proof Platypus Coin $62.0013S88AAA 1/2oz Silver Proof Echidna Coin $62.0013S87AAA 1/2oz Silver Proof Possum Coin $62.0012S86AAA 1/2oz Silver Proof Kookaburra Coin $62.00

Portraying a cute and colourful image of ababy platypus on the coin's reverse, alongwith a friendly Australian insect andwildflowers, this coin is a perfect companionin the series.

Struck by The Perth Mint from 1/2oz of99.9% pure silver in proof quality, the coin isproudly issued as Australian legal tender.

Authenticated by a numbered Certificate,no more than 10,000 of these coins will bereleased by The Perth Mint in acontemporary display case and shipper.

Previous Releases: Kookaburra,Possum, Echidna

Future Release: Wombat

Australian Bush Babies II– Kookaburra2013 Stamp and Coin Cover

The delightful designs from the second series of Australian Bush Babiesare now available in a Stamp and Coin Cover, beginning with the adorablebaby kookaburra.

The reverse of the aluminium bronze coin captures the beauty of the nativebird alongside a friendly insect and delicately frosted representations ofAustralian bush flowers.

Issued as Australian legal tender, the coin is housed ina card and envelope which includes Australia Post'sSeal of Authenticity and official number. Affixed tothe envelope is an official $1.70 stamp, postmarkedfor the first day of issue.

Future Releases: Possum, Platypus, Echidna, Wombat

Item code Description Price

13U77AAA Kookaburra Stamp and Coin Cover $15.95

Obverse shownsmaller than actual

size of 30.60mm

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Australian Koala 2013 Gold Proof Coin Series

The Land Down Under – Captain Cook 2013 1/4oz Gold and 1oz Silver Proof Coins

Discover Australia 2013 1oz Silver Proof Coins

Australian Seasons – Winter 2013 1oz Silver Proof Square Coin

2013 Young Collectors 'Experience It!' Series – Surfing $1 Coin

Coin releases from 4 June 2013

Release dates subject to change without notice

310 Hay Street, East Perth, WA 6004, AustraliaPO Box 6297, East Perth, WA 6892, Australia

1800 098 817

(61 8) 9225 [email protected]

Coin Orders:

Facsimile:Email:Website:

Telephone: (61 8) 9421 7218

All information, including pricing and availability, is correct at the time of printing.To check current pricing and availability, please call or visit our website.

The Perth Mint reserves the right to correct any errors or omissions, and to change orupdate information, at any time without prior notice.

Obverse shown smaller thanactual size of 100.60mm

Item code Description Price

13127AAAA 1 Kilo Silver Proof Koala Coin $1,795.00

Australian Koala2013 1 Kilo Silver Proof Coin

The impressive 1 kilogram coin fromthe Australian Koala Silver Coin Seriesis an outstanding achievement byThe Perth Mint. Superbly struck from99.9% pure silver in proof quality, thecoin is issued as legal tender under theAustralian

The coin's reverse depicts an adult koala sittingon a branch of a eucalyptus tree surroundedby gum leaves. Ian Rank-Broadley's effigy ofHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the monetarydenomination are featured on the coin's obverse.

Each coin is housed in a classic display caseand illustrated shipper, accompaniedby a numbered Certificateof Authenticity.

The Perth Mint will releaseno more than 500 of theseAustralian Koala 2013 1 KiloSilver Proof Coins.

Currency Act 1965.