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1 International Year of Indigenous Languages - Coin Launch 2 Mutiny & Rebellion - Coin Launch at the Australian National Maritime Museum 3 Centenary of Repatriation - Coin Swap4 2019 Outreach Program

5 Australia’s Dollar Discovery – Major Prize Winner 6 50th Anniversary of the Moon landing 7 Winter Warmer Event at the Mint

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A M E S S A G E F R O M T H E C E O

CONTENTSDEARCOLLECTORFeatured Products 4

30th Anniversary of Police Remembrance 4

Centenary of the Great Air Race 6

Christmas Decoration Coin 8

70th Anniversary of Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) 10

Products 12

Mutiny and Rebellion Series 12

Echoes of Australian Fauna 13

Effigies Collection 14

Catalogue 15

Meet the Minties 17

From the Vault 18

What’s On 19

In this edition, the Mint presents coins and sets that honour our rich history and those that ensure the safety of all Australians.

National Police Remembrance Day is held every year on 29 September to remember police officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty. To coincide with the anniversary, the Royal Australian Mint has released a 2019 $2 Coloured Circulating Coin and a 2019 Coloured ‘C’ Mintmark Uncirculated Coin. These coins are a tribute to our police officers and their efforts to protect and uphold Australian laws.

To mark the 70th anniversary of the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) the Mint presents a commemorative 2019 50c Uncirculated Coin. ASIO was established in 1949 in the post-World War II Cold War era. Since then, ASIO has been committed to protecting the country, citizens and interests from those who wish it harm.

To celebrate the Centenary of the Great England to Australia Air Race, the Mint presents a collection of eight stunning 2019 $1 Uncirculated Coins, packaged in a collectible tin. The excitement, drama and tragedy of the Great Air Race makes this a special coin collection.

The Mint’s 2019 Outreach program continues its tour around Australia in 2019. Our Minties will be hosting Coin Swaps throughout September. For updates on dates and locations stay tuned to our social channels and website.

Happy collecting.

Ross MacDiarmid Chief Executive Officer Royal Australian Mint

30TH ANNIVERSARY OF POLICE REMEMBRANCE

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On 29 September 2019 it will be the 30th anniversary of National Police Remembrance Day. This day commemorates Australian police officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. To coincide with the anniversary, the Royal Australian Mint has released a 2019 $2 Coloured ‘C’ Mintmark Uncirculated Coin.

This coin honours police officers who protect and serve all Australians. Secure your tribute today.

2019 $2 ‘C’ Mintmark Coloured Uncirculated Coin $15.0010140

Nominal Specifications

$2 AlBr 6.60 g 20.50 mm Uncirculated 40 000 A. Ball

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CENTENARY OF THE GREAT AIR RACE

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In 1919, the Australian Government announced a £10,000 prize for the first Australians to fly from England to Australia in less than 30 days. Six Australians and one French crew took up the challenge, flying timber and fabric planes. To commemorate the excitement, drama and tragedy of the race, the Mint presents this set of eight stunning 2019 $1 Uncirculated Coins, packaged in a collectible tin.

Each coin design includes a beautifully sculpted plane plus the names of the crew members who participated in the race.

Strict limits of 3 per customer account apply.

Coins in card not sold separately.

2019 $1 Uncirculated Coin Collection $130.0010164

Nominal Specifications

$1 AlBr 9.00 g 25.00 mm Uncirculated 10 000 S. Stojanovic

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MERRY CHRISTMAS COIN

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The Mint is getting into the festive season with the release of its first ever Christmas coin. Inspired by the classic carol ‘The Twelve

Days of Christmas’, these stunning coins are presented in a beautiful gift card that can be hung as a decoration. At a special introductory price, this Christmas coin will be a perfect gift.

Please note: coloured cards will be dispatched at random.

2019 50c Uncirculated Coin $10.0010230

Nominal Specifications

50c CuNi 15.55 g 31.51 mm Uncirculated Unlimited B. King

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70TH ANNIVERSARY OF AUSTRALIAN SECURITY INTELLIGENCE ORGANISATION (ASIO)

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Since 1949, ASIO has been at the forefront of Australia’s national security, albeit quietly and ‘in the shadows’. Over the years ASIO’s tradecraft, methods and foes have changed. What has never changed is ASIO’s mission to protect Australia, its people and its interests. To mark the 70th anniversary of ASIO, the Mint presents a commemorative 2019 50c Uncirculated Coin.

The design of this uncirculated 50c coin is filled with secret symbols to discover.

Secure this mysterious coin today and visit the Mint's Coincryption competition website to crack the secret message and win the only ASIO 70th Anniversary Proof Coin produced. See more here – www.coincryption.com.au

2019 50c Uncirculated Coin $10.0010240

Nominal Specifications

50c CuNi 15.55 g 31.51 mm Uncirculated 20 000 A. Ball

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$1 AlBr 9.00 g 25.00 mm Uncirculated 30 000 A. Ball

Mutiny and Rebellion Series

Australia’s colonial history was turbulent. The mutiny on HMS Bounty, the ‘Rum Rebellion’ and the Eureka

Stockade all contributed in some way to the eventual rule of law and an egalitarian democracy in Australia. To mark these significant events, the Mint presents the series of 2019 $1 Uncirculated Coins.

These coins reflect Australia’s tempestuous colonial era that blazed into mutiny and rebellion. Complete your collection today.

2019 $1 Uncirculated Coin $15.0010184 (Mutiny on the Bounty) 10186 (The Rum Rebellion) 10188 (Eureka Stockade)

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$5 99.9% Ag 1 oz 40.00 mm Proof 5000 B. King

E C H O E S O F A U S T R A L I A N F A U N A

Lesser Bilby and Night Parrot

Australia is home to many incredible animals. As Australia’s environment has changed, tragically some of these animals have disappeared. These stunning 2019 $5 Fine Silver Proof Coins with contrasting nickel and selective gold plating reflect the elusive beauty of Australian animals believed to have become extinct.

The Lesser Bilby and Night Parrot coins are collector favourites. Complete your collection with these stunning coins.

2019 $5 1oz Nickel Plated Selectively Gold Plated Fine Silver Proof Coin $140.0010173 (Lesser Bilby) 10174 (Night Parrot)

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For full nominal specifications, visit eshop.ramint.gov.au

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Effigies Collection

A new era in Australia’s coinage began in 2019, with the introduction of a new effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on Australia’s coins. This Six-Coin Uncirculated Set celebrates this historic event with a different effigy of the Queen, from 1953 to 2019, on each coin. A significant collector’s item for those interested in Australian coins, our history, or royal memorabilia.

A unique look into the progression of Her Majesty’s effigies during her reign as monarch. Order your set today.

This is a rare and unique numismatic set. Don’t miss out on adding this to your collection.

2019 Six-Coin Uncirculated Set $35.0010163

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CATALOGUEA D D T H E S E P R O D U C T S T O Y O U R C O L L E C T I O N

50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing2019 $5 1oz Silver Nickel Plated Fine Silver Proof Domed Coin $150.0010132

50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing2019 Two-Coin Proof Set $195.0010283

$5 99.9% Ag 1oz 39.62mm Proof 10,000 A. Ball

50c CuNi 11.34 g 30.61 mm Proof 10 000 United States Mint $5 99.9% Ag 1 oz 39.62 mm Proof 10 000 A. Ball

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Bringing them Home – Repatriation Centenary 2019 $2 ‘C’ Mintmark Coloured Uncirculated Coin $15.00 10112

Centenary of the Treaty of Versailles2019 $1 Uncirculated Coin $15.00 10143

$1 AlBr 9.00 g 25.00 mm Uncirculated 20 000 A. Ball

$2 AlBr 6.60 g 20.50 mm Coloured Uncirculated 40 000 A. Ball

International Year of Indigenous Languages2019 50c Fine Silver Proof Coin $80.00 10153

50c 99.9% Ag 18.24g 31.51 mm Proof 5000 A. Stokic

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MEET THE MINTIESR O S S W I L L I A M S O N

Ross Williamson joined the Royal Australian Mint in April 2016, working in the Logistics Team, Sales Team and then moving into the (QMS) Quality Management Systems Team.

As a Lean Improvement Officer within the QMS Team, Ross offers support and education around 'Lean Thinking' and continual improvement of the Mint. On any given day, you can find Ross helping others to implement and evaluate various improvement solutions.

The (QMS) Quality Management Systems Branch of the Royal Australian Mint is responsible for the provision of organisation wide governance and compliance services, including a Health, Safety, Environment and Quality Framework, business measurement, quality assurance and lean process improvement.

Ross and the QMS Team are currently working to minimise or eliminate waste in the Mint’s production processes. They achieve this by looking at specific measurables such as cycle times, waste streams and other metrics.

As a proud Mintie, Ross is a keen coin collector of fine silver proof coins. The recently released black nickel plated coins such as the 50th anniversary of the Moon landing and the Echoes of Australian

Fauna series have become his personal favourites.

Ross’s family has a long history within the Minting industry with his grandfather, Ronald Webb, also having worked at the Royal Australian Mint. Ross is proud to keep the family connection alive and believes the friendly culture is why the Mint is such a great place to work.

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FROM THE VAULTT H E E U R E K A M O N T A G E

In 2004, to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Eureka Stockade, the Royal Australian Mint released The Eureka Montage.

The Eureka Stockade, an uprising of gold miners at Ballarat, is widely viewed as one of the most dramatic events experienced on Australian soil in the 19th Century.

In 1854, tensions flared as the miners grew tired of the increasing and discriminatory taxes they had to pay, and the high-handed tactics of the authorities. On Sunday 3 December, deepening tension led to crowds of protesters gathering beneath a new revolutionary flag of dark blue and white: the flag of the Southern Cross.

The Victorian Government responded on foot and horseback, its men storming the stockade. During the brief battle thirty miners and five soldiers were killed, and the miners’ leader, Peter Lalor, lost his left arm. The government placed the rebels on trial in Melbourne, but the juries refused to convict them.

To ensure the historical accuracy, The Eureka Montage was jointly launched by the Mint, the Royal Historical Society of Victoria, and the Ballarat Fine Art Gallery.

The Eureka Montage was crafted by Michael and Marie Salmon and included exclusively struck Eureka medallions. A gold nugget, sourced from the Ballarat gold fields was included, along with stamps and images. Strictly limited to 150 and at a RRP $2295.00, the montage also included a 2004 Eureka $1 Silver Proof Coin and the 2004 Eureka $1 Mintmark Coin.

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WHAT’S ONN E W S F R O M A C R O S S T H E M I N T

ROADSHOW Visit our pop-ups to shop, swap or stamp

one of our special bushrangers coins.

October 2019 – Upcoming Releases

• 2020 Lunar Series – Year of the Rat2020 50c Tetra-decagon Uncirculated Coin – $12.50 RRP2020 $1 AlBr Uncirculated 2-Coin Set – $20.00 RRP2020 $1 1/2 oz Silver Frosted Ingot – $60.00 RRP2020 $5 1 oz Ag Proof Domed Coin – $125.00 RRP2020 $100 Au Proof Domed Coin – $2795.00 RRP

2019 Roadshow

In September the Mint will also be holding Coin Swaps of Australia's circulating coins in Canberra, Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne. See our website and social channels for updates on times and locations.

All That is Holey: The First Minted Coins of Australia16 August 2019 to 3 November 2019

Visit the Mint to view the most significant display of Australia’s first minted coins ever staged. In partnership with Coinworks Pty Ltd, the Mint is proud to present the All That is Holey -

The First Minted Coins of Australia exhibition. Telling the story of Australia’s Holey Dollars and Dumps, our first minted coins, the display features eleven Holey Dollars and Dumps. Three of the Holey Dollars are the only known examples of their type. Be prepared for Kings, Queens, convicts, and even political protest. Come along to the Mint to witness the origins of Australia's coins and learn more about our early history.

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Royal Australian Mint, Locked Bag 31, Kingston ACT 2604, Australia

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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 Monday 9 September 2019 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 2019