Mickey Mouse-Steamboat Willie Gold Coin

April 16, 2014, 6:48 am

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New Zealand Mint has released their first NZ Mint's Disney collectible coin series; Steamboat Willie. The 1928 animated cartoon released on November 18, 1928 is considered the debut of Mickey Mouse. The coins are available for purchase now in 1 oz silver or 1/4 oz gold and the shipping to commence from May 09, 2014.

The coin reverse show a still frame from the iconic scene where Mickey Mouse is seen cheerfully standing at the boats wheel. Wrapped around the top of the collectible coin is the engraved name of this breakthrough cartoon, Steamboat Willie, and the year of its release, 1928. The coin obverse features the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Country of Issue - Niue.

The Steamboat Willie is notable for being the first cartoon with synchronised sound. It was also the first cartoon to feature a post-produced soundtrack using a fifteen piece band and the voice of Walt Disney himself as Mickey. Mickey had appeared in two earlier cartoons (released without sound), Plane Crazy and The Gallopin' Gaucho.

Technical Specifications:
Metal: 9999 Fine Gold
Finish: Proof
Diameter: 20.6 mm
Edge: Milled
Denomination: $25
Year of Issue: 2014
Mintage: 1,000
Weight: 1/4 Troy oz

The Steamboat Willie ¼ oz Gold Coin is presented in a classic wooden coin case which sits inside a theme printed outer box. When opened, the coin and Certificate of Authenticity are displayed.

FREE Worldwide shipping on online orders over NZ$400. Excludes county-specific duties and taxes. Orders will be despatched in order of receipt commencing from May 9th, 2014. Orders are expected to be shipped by May 23rd, 2014. You can order online via www.nzmint.com.

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1949 Kweichow 50 Cent realized $334,600

April 17, 2014, 6:56 am

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An extremely rare 1949 Kweichow 50 Cent with the “Greek border” design realized US$334,600 in the Stack’s Bowers Galleries April 2014 Hong Kong Showcase Auction. The graded AU-58 coin by NGC is considered to be the fractional counterpart of the famous “Bamboo Dollar”. This coin is the highest graded by either PCGS or NGC.

The reverses for the coin displays a large number “50” in the center surrounded by a pearled ring. Just beyond the pearled ring the figure “50” is printed 32 times. Finally, a Greek meander border similar to the obverse is present.

The 50 Cents piece displays on the obverse within an inner pearled ring, four Chinese characters that denote: “Half-Dollar Silver Coin.” Above the pearled ring in Chinese characters is the date: “38th Year of the Republic of China” (1949). Two small four petalled rosaces divide this upper legend from the lower, which reads: Made in Kweichow Province.” Surrounding these is the aforementioned Greek meander border.

The Stack’s Bowers Galleries April 2014 Hong Kong Showcase Auction drew the attention of astute numismatists from across the globe. Over $7 million worth of rare coins, banknotes and other Asian numismatic items have found new homes. The April 2014 Hong Kong Showcase Auction featured The Craig Collection and The Arthur Cox Collection of Ferracute Company Archive Materials, among other important collections and consignments.

The following lot, a 20 Cent from the same series, realized $334,600 after much spirited bidding. A 1920 Yuan Shih-kai Dollar struck in gold, ex: Wa She Wong Collection and graded MS-64 (NGC), realized $262,900 — almost double what it sold for in the Stack’s Bowers Galleries December 2010 Hong Kong Auction. A Chihli (Pei Yang) Tael, Year 33 (1907), graded AU-58 by PCGS, brought more than estimated when it realized $149,375 after strong bidder participation.

“The market for classic Chinese rarities has strengthened, and the prices realized show that,” said Kent Ponterio, senior numismatist of world and ancient coins for Stack’s Bowers Galleries. He noted that the Szechuan Pattern Dollar struck in brass and graded Specimen-61 (PCGS) from The Arthur Cox Collection sold for $77,675 — an NGC graded MS-62 example in the Stack’s Bowers Galleries April 2013 Hong Kong Auction fetched $50,787.50.

“There were times when there was standing room only during the auction, and to Kent’s point, vintage and classic Chinese coins realized extremely strong prices,” said Richard Ponterio, executive vice president of Stack’s Bowers Galleries.

Offered in a separate catalog was an extensive offering of Asian and Chinese banknotes anchored by The Ernest A. Ikenberry Collection. Hailing from this important property was the top drawing note in the sale, lot 32001 — a Ming Dynasty 400 Cash note — likely the only collectible example. The note brought an impressive $119,500. Another important rarity, a $100 note from the Chartered Bank of India, Australia and China, dated September 1, 1927, brought $44,812.50.

2 pieces Pahang Tin Hat Money, ca. 1864-89 realized US$675 in the auction. A large example (72.59 mm, 113.90 gms) dated AH 1281 (1864) and a smaller example (28.71 mm, 10.09 gms). Each piece has been holed as is usual, but both are in exceptional states of preservation. VERY FINE.

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Egypt £10 note realized £49,200

April 18, 2014, 4:12 am

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A Specimen Proof of The National Bank of Egypt £10 banknote realized £49,200 (including buyer premium) in Largest World Banknotes Sale by Spink London on 15th until 17th April 2014. A World Record for most expensive Egyptian Banknote at auction. The banknote which already prepared in 26 May 1952 never been released into circulation because of the The Egyptian Revolution of 1952.

The auction attracted buyers from around the World to bid on over 2,200 lots of issued notes, colour trials, composite essays, die proofs and specimens.

The three day sale featured collections from a variety of countries; impressive results from Iraq and Libya with many of the notes selling above estimate.

Spink Specialist Barnaby Faull, commented "The banknote market is in robust health, particularly in the Middle and Far East."

Other noteworthy items of the collection included lot 1240, a1000 Norwegian kroner which sold for £31,200 and lot 1342, a 50 riyals from the Qatar and Dubai Currency Board, realising £14,400.

Lot: 1240 (†) Norges Bank, specimen 1000 kroner, Trondhjem 18- (c.1877), no serial numbers, black on blue and orange underprint, Oscar II at top centre, single arms at low centre, three at laft and right, value at centre and each corner, reverse green, blue, brown and orange, head of King at left, arms at right, value at centre and each corner, perforated SPECIMEN B.W&Co LONDON (Pick 6s), about uncirculated, a large and extremely impressive note, attractive and extremely rare.

Realised Price; £31,200 (including buyer premium)

Lot: 1342 Qatar & Dubai Currency Board, 50 riyals, ND (1966), red on multicolour underprint, dhow, oil derrick and palm at left, value at each corner. (Linzmayer QDCB B5, Pick 5), fresh and original, good very fine, very scarce.

Realised Price; £14,400 (including buyer premium)

Malaysia 1 Ringgit Specimen in lot 1104 realized £336 (including buyer premium). The banknote signed by Tan Sri Dato' Sri Dr. Zeti Akhtar Aziz, Bank Negara Malaysia 7th governor with zero serial numbers, pale blue and multicoloured banknote have a red CONTOH overprint.

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Frosted Freedom Platinum Eagle in auction

April 18, 2014, 10:01 am

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A scarce proof error coin, frosted freedom platinum eagle variety is being offered by GreatCollections right now until 27 April 2014, 7:12pm Pacific Time. The 2007-W platinum American Eagle quarter-ounce coin graded by PCGS as Proof-70 DCAM and it’s also identified on the label as Frosted FREEDOM.

The 2007-W $25 Quarter-Ounce Platinum Statue of Liberty coin has the word FREEDOM in frosted type, as opposed to the mirror finish. Mint Officials did not believe the word FREEDOM was prominent enough and decided to change the finish of the letters at the last minute.

"What's special about this variety is that the U.S. Mint acknowledged how they were produced and how they inadvertently distributed the error coins to buyers at random. Only 21 were minted and this is the second one discovered," said Ian Russell, President/founder of GreatCollections.

The variety was discovered in 2011 and prompted the U.S. Mint to confirm that 21 of the error were produced of the $25 Quarter Ounce and $50 Half Ounce. Twelve coins were produced of the $100 One Ounce. GreatCollections first learned about this current coin earlier this year, and it is the only coin graded by PCGS for any of the three denominations.

PCGS included the Quarter-Ounce Frosted FREEDOM coin in their Top 100 Modern Coins Registry Set, where it is ranked #16.

Russell continued: "The coin is being sold unreserved and initial spirited bidding has taken the bid to over $25,000, ensuring a new PCGS record auction price for the platinum series. We are always proud to be the auction company of choice for U.S. coin rarities."

To view professional images of the Frosted FREEDOM Platinum Coin or other coins in the auction, please visit www.greatcollections.com or telephone 1-800-44-COINS.

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1968 50 sen Milled Edge realized RM19,942

April 19, 2014, 12:30 am

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Today, A finest known example of a 1968 50 sen Milled Edge realized SGD7,670 (RM19,942) including buyer premium in Collectibles Auction Asia CAA Auction No. 3 at Landmark Village Hotel, Singapore. The mint error coin set a new record for Malaysia most expensive circulation coin in auction. The previous record holder is a 1969 50 sen Milled edge coin graded by Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) Au-55, sold by the same auctioneer on 19 October 2013.

The 1968 Milled edge 50 sen is a collection of Mr. Wong Hon Sum graded MS66 by NGC. I am a little bit shock when I received an email asking me to confirm the news from a friend. When I login to Facebook, I saw Mr. Dickson Niew a blogger at www.fakesilvercoin announce the realized price for top Malaysian coins in that auction.

To all newbies, the coin is not a normal 50 sen security edge (50 sen berparit) but an error coin with a milled edge. Officially, the coins for 1967-1969 are supposed to be in security edge but there are some coins minted with a wrong plachet.

Searching for more information about the 50 sen Milled edge at the NGC Malaysia coin census, confirm that the coin is the best grade so far (the only one with MS66) for Milled edge 50 sen 1968.

I am not sure who is the winner but I sure the news will make my phone and most Malaysian coin dealers phone will be ringing 24/7 for a few months to come. I am sure newbies who heard this news will be contacting any coin dealers and collectors phone number/email/Facebook that they can find and asked us to buy their Very Fine 50 sen 1967, 1968 and 1969 for over RM10K. I already shared what I knew in this article; information about Malaysia 50 sen 1967, 1968 & 1969. Please read them carefully and understand what is Milled Edge and Security Edge before you jump into conclusion that your coin price can get over RM10K.

Other coins that worth to mention in the auction is a 1 sen 1976 Bronze PCGS MS 64 RB with a realized price SGD4,720 (including buyer premium), RM12,210. The coin also broke the previous record for Malaysia 1 sen 1976 bronze of RM7,550 sold in Monetarium Singapore auction on 27 Mac 2013. The normal coin 1 sen 1976 is made of copper clad steel. These 1 sen 1976 bronze is actually a copper coin, a wrong metal error made in the mint. To anyone who want to know how you can check the coin with magnet test, you can read it in my article; How to detect 1 sen 1976 Bronze.

Another shocking news for Malaysia Numismatic community regarding the auction is a Malaysia 1967 proof set coins which realised SGD4,012 (including buyer premium), RM10,379. The official Malaysia proof set of 5 pcs coins come with original box and the coins graded by NGC: 1 sen (PF65RD); 5 Sen (PF66); 10 sen (PF65); 20 sen (PF65); 50 sen (PF65). With only 500 set produced, a coin set in a high grade like this is very hard to find.

I will share with you more update about the CAA Auction 3/2014 later.

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Collectibles Auction Asia 3/2014 result

April 19, 2014, 7:51 am

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Here are the results for Collectibles Auction Asia 3/2014 auction held at Landmark Village Hotel, Singapore on 19 April 2014. 375 lot of coins and 457 lot of banknotes offered in the auction. Malaysia 50 sen 1968 Milled Edge sold at RM19,942 in the same auction today.

In this article, I only shared some of the coins, banknotes, coupons and JIM notes result that you might be interested.

Highlights for coins (price without buyer premium):

Kelantan Kijang Gold Kupang

Lot 106: Patani – Kelantan Kijang (Barking Deer) Gold Kupang-Sold SGD1,200

Patani – Kelantan Kijang (Barking Deer) Gold Kupang. Obverse: A humped Kijang (deer) facing left with the tail raised ending in a flourish. A cresent moon above. Reverse: In Arabic “Malik Al Adil” (The just Ruler) Edge: Plain, weight: 0.6gm, composition: Gold. RRR.

Lot 124: Straits Settlements, Silver dollar, 1920, Restrike. PCGS PR 64-Sold SGD440

Lot 131: Straits Settlements, Silver 50c, 1897, PCGS AU 53-Sold SGD1,900

Lot 174: Straits Settlements, Bronze ½ c, 1932. NGC MS 65 RD-Sold SGD360

Lot 222: Sarawak, Silver 20c, 1927H (SC19, KN20b). NGC MS 63-Sold SGD420

Lot 223: Malaysia, 1971, RM 100, Gold, The 1st Prime Minister. NGC MS 64-Sold SGD1,300

Lot 224: Malaysia, 1971, 10 sen copper-nickel, Parliament House. NGC MS 65-Sold SGD360

Lot 229: Malaysia, C-N RM 1, 1982 (MSC7, KN8). NGC MS 64-Sold SGD170

Lot 233: Malaysia, C-N 20 sen, 1970 (MSC4, KN5). NGC MS65-Sold SGD180

Lot 235: Malaysia, C-N 20 sen, 1994 (MSC11, KN11). NGC MS65-Sold SGD260

Lot 237: 1989, 2nd series the National flower, 1st issued 6 Pcs-Sold SGD600

Malaysia, 1989, 2nd series the National flower, 1st issued: 1 sen copper clad steel, MS65RD; 5 sen (C-N, MS66); 10 sen (C-N, MS67); 20 sen (C-N, MS66); 50 sen (C-N, MS67); Ringgit (C-N, MS65). Total 6pcs. all graded by PCGS.

Lot 241: Malaysia, C-N 10 sen, 1971, NGC MS 66-Sold SGD650

Lot 245: Malaysia, Gold Proof RM200, 9th South East Asia Games, 1977, in original folder Franklin Mint USA-Sold SGD800

Lot 257: Malaysia, 1968, 50 sen, mint error, without security NGC Gem MS 66. Wong Hon Sum collection-Sold SGD6,500

Lot 261: Malaysia, 1969, 50 sen, with security edge. KM-5.2 NGC MS 64-Sold SGD550

Lot 265: Malaysia, Copper Sen, 1976, MSc1a, KM-2 Bronze. PCGS MS 64 RB-Sold SGD4,000

Lot 270: 2 pcs Malaysia, C-N 50c, 1967. NGC MS63. 1968 NGC MS65-Sold SGD200

Lot 272: Malaysia, 1967, official proof set of 5 pcs. KN19. Mintage 500. NGC graded: 1 sen (PF65RD); 5 Sen (PF66); 10 sen (PF65); 20 sen (PF65); 50 sen (PF65) with original box-Sold SGD3,400

Lot 327: Malaysia, 1976, 10 sen, Parliament House, KM-3, Mint error, struck 25% off center and on a 5 sen planchet, a double error, very rare and unusual. NGC MS 66-Sold SGD460

Highlights for JIM Notes (price without buyer premium):

JIM notes- VJ with red dot in “9” overprinted on $5

Lot 524: Malaya / Japanese Occupation, ND (1946), VJ with red dot in “9” overprinted on $5 JIM with SN MB 293799 note-Sold SGD320

Lot 525: Malay / Japanese Occupation, ND (1946) “Victory Leaflet”, 1945 with red dot in “9”, Blk MK-Sold SGD600

Lot 526: Malay / Japanese Occupation, 1946, Post War Calendar overprinted on ND (1945) $1000 MU note P#M10b, Pick unlisted (Tan J14, KNB15) in the Book “The Japanese Occupation of Malaya (Singapore) and its currency” by Wong Hon Sum, pg 150, 46-F-1. Flat R. PMG Choice UNC 63 EPQ. Wong Hon Sum collection-Sold SGD2,500

Lot 527: Malay / Japanese Occupation, 1946, Post War Calendar overprinted on ND (1945) $1000 MU note P#M10b, Pick unlisted (Tan J14, KNB15) in the Book “The Japanese Occupation of Malaya (Singapore) and its currency” by Wong Hon Sum, pg 150, 46-F-3. Sharp R. UNC-Sold SGD2,300

Lot 528: Malaya / Japanese Occupation, 1946 Post war calendar overprinted on $100 ND (1944) MT note P#M8a, catalogs unlisted. VJ overprinted on back with sharp R of WAR; red dot in “9” of 1945 AU/UNC. Wong Hon Sum’s collection-Sold SGD2,300

Lot 529: Malaya / Japanese Occupation, ND (1946) VJ with red dot in “9” overprinted on $10 MP JIM note (flat R) (Tan J12, KNB12). AU-Sold SGD1,000

Lot 530: Malaya / Japanese Occupation, ND (1946) with red dot in “9” overprinted on $100 MT JIM note, flat R (Tan J13, KNB13). AU. Wong Hon Sum collection-Sold SGD1,500

Lot 532: Netherlands Indies / Japanese Occupation, 4pcs uncut-Sold SGD240

Netherlands Indies / Japanese Occupation, ND(1942) VIJF Cent (5 cent), P#120r, SB2191. Tan NJ2, unfinish (w/o Blk letter) 4pcs uncut sheet. Remainder. PMG AU53 NET. Corner damage (top right).

Highlights for coupons/cash vouchers (price without buyer premium):

1 picul Kelantan Rubber Export coupons 1941

Lot 523: $100 rubber plantation, error, and normal note. 2pcs-Sold SGD300

Lot 549: Malaya, Cash Voucher, The Malaya & Friendship Bank Ltd-Sold SGD850

Malaya, Cash Voucher, The Malaya & Friendship Bank Ltd; H. R. H. Prince of Wales (Prince Edward VII) Portrait at Center of face. Date: 135_. No.00354. 12mm tear on left center. Top border trimmed.

Lot 553: Penang Island, Rubber Export coupon, 1941, 25 Katis,B281538. PMG 66 EPQ-Sold SGD550

Lot 581: Malaya, Coupon, 1941 Oct; Nov; Dec (3pcs uncut) 1 & 2 Coagulant pair, Federated Malay States-Sold SGD170

Lot 582: Sarawak Rubber Export coupons Total 5pcs-Sold SGD320

Sarawak Rubber Export coupons, 31st Mar 1942: 5 Katis 442716 (SKR1d); 10 Katis 309428 (SKR2b); 25 Katis 105695 (SKR2f); 1 picul P523505 (SKR4d); 5 piculs P641119 (SKR5b). Total 5pcs. AU

Lot 583: Johore Rubber Export coupons 2pcs-Sold SGD320

Johore Rubber Export coupons, 30th Sept. 1941, 10 Katis X 386272 (JR9); 25 Katis X602767 (JR11). 2pcs. UNC

Lot 584: Sarawak Rubber Export coupons, 3pcs-Sold SGD200

Lot 585: Johore Rubber Export Coupons, 5 Piculs-Sold SGD240

Lot 586: Straits Settlements, Mainland Rubber Export coupons-Sold SGD400

Lot 587: Federated Malay States Rubber Export Coupons, 7pcs-Sold SGD380

Lot 590: Kelantan Rubber Export coupons 1941, 1 picul-Sold SGD550

Highlights for banknotes (price without buyer premium):

Malaya and British Borneo $10 dollar Buffalo note-error

Lot 557: Malaya, 1st Jan 1942, King George VI $50-Sold SGD2,000

Lot 565: Malaya, 25 cents, 1940, pair, PMG UNC 64 EPQ-Sold SGD3,800

Lot 566: Malaya, 1940, $10 note, purple. SN A/12 046670-Sold SGD2,600

Lot 601: Malaya & British Borneo, 1959, $1 ,7pcs UNC 66 EPQ-Sold SGD2,800

Lot 613: Malaya and British Borneo, $10 Buffalo note-Sold SGD3,200

Malaya and British Borneo, $10 Buffalo note, 1961, SN A/62 674316, error SN partially missing (lost 3 nos missing) EF

Lot 627: Malaysia, 1st series 1967~1972 (Gabenor) RM 1. Golden number. B/52 8888888-Sold SGD2,000

Lot 628: Malaysia, RM 1, Golden nos.4pcs-Sold SGD2,000

Lot 648: Malaysia, RM10, 2000, error note pair-Sold SGD1,300

Malaysia, RM10, 11th series, 2000, Zeti Aziz sign, error note mismatched serial number QL 3879446/3879356 & QL 3879447/3879357. consecutive pair (TanM86, KNB63a) UNC.

Lot 655: 2pcs Malaysia, 2007, RM 50, 50th anniversary of Independence of Malaysia Commenorative Banknotes-Sold SGD750

Lot 662: Malaysia, 1st series 3pcs-Sold SGD1,100

Malaysia, 1st series, ND (1967~1972), Gabenor, RM 5, SN A/1 679813; RM 10 (SA-PULOH) SN A/1 966485 and RM1. 3pcs. AU/UNC

Lot 663: Malaysia, RM 50, 4th series, 1981~1983, SN B/85 000001. VF-Sold SGD2,000

Lot 665: Malaysia, RM 50, 2nd series. SN A/52 605823/4. 2pcs running nos-Sold SGD2,000

Lot 666: Malaysia, RM 50, 3rd series, SN B/13 697401/2. 2pcs running nos-Sold SGD1,500

A Buyer's premium of 15% will be added to hammer price for each lot to all succesful bids. Lots sold though "liveauctioneers.com" are subjected to an additional 3% Buyer's Premium (18% in total). All Shipping, handling and insurance charges will be paid by Buyer.

CAA auction focuses on South-East Asian especially Singapore and Malaysian ancient and modern coins, banknotes and artefacts including cannon money,Johor Empire gold coins and regional tin coins , China old and modern silver and gold coins,China republic banknotes, republic local exchange notes and Chinese RMB and Japanese occupied Malaya banknotes from the personal collection of Mr. Wong Hon Sum and many more.

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Nieu 2013 The Flintstones silver coin

April 21, 2014, 6:53 am

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The Mint of Poland in Warsaw has produced a Nieu 2013 The Flintstones 1 Dollar silver coin for The Treasury of the Government of Niue. The Flintstones silver coin produced in .925 Silver fine with only 6,000 pieces mintage for worldwide distribution. The coin is packaged in in a cartoon blister pack designed specifically for this coin with a Certificate of Authenticity.

The Flintstones silver coin

The reverse show the main cartoon characters in the Flintstone’s apartment – in the foreground: multi-coloured images of Fred, Barney and Dino. In the background – Wilma and Betty standing by the window. At the bottom – a coloured inscription: THE FLINTSTONES. On the right side of the coin – a signature of the Hanna-Barbera studio which confirms the coin design authorization.

In the foreground – a piece of a roll of film which divides a coin into two parts. Above – a profile portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. On the right – the face value: 1 DOLLAR (1 dolar). Along the rim – inscriptions: NIUE ISLAND (the issuer), 2014 (the year of issue), ELIZABETH II.

Technical Specifications:
Face value: 1 dollar
Metal: Ag 925
Size: 32,00 mm
Weight: 14,14 g
Mintage: 6,000 pcs
Issuer: Niue Island
Quality: proof
Decoration: pad printing

The Flintstones first broadcast in America on 30th September 1960 on ABC. The main character Fred Flintstones is an accident-prone bronto-crane operator at the Slate Rock and Gravel Company and the head of the Flintstone clan. Barney Rubble is Fred's best friend and next door neighbor. Dino is Fred dinasour pet, a sauropod dinosaur (a Snorkasaurus), who barks and generally acts like a dog. Anyone who watch the cartoon must have remembered Fred catch-phrase “yabba dabba doo”.

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Putin coin to mark Crimea reunification with Russia

April 23, 2014, 7:08 am

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A coin bearing an image of Russian President Vladimir Putin are being minted by the Art Grani foundry in the Russian city of Chelyabinsk to commemorate Crimea's reunification with Russia. Each of the 1kg (2.2lb) .925 silver coin will have a certificate of authenticity. Only 500 coins will be minted and no price has been announced for the coins so far.

The coin obverse show a bas-relief of the president of Russia Vladimir Putin.

The coin reverse show the contour of the Crimean peninsula with names of 28 local cities, the figures 2014, and an inscription in Russian "Republic of Crimea’s Reunification with the Russian Federation". On the upper part is the coat of arms of the Russian Federation.

The coins has been called "The Gatherer of Russian Lands-Crimea 2014" - a phrase traditionally associated with Ivan III - better known as Ivan the Great - who significantly expanded Russia's territories during his rule.

On March this year, Russia annexed Crimea after the Crimean parliament declared independence from Ukraine and asked to join the Russian Federation.

Source: ITAR-TASS

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1921 George V 50 cents sold for US$141000

April 25, 2014, 5:03 pm

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A rare 1921 George V specimen 50 cents sold for US$141,000 in Heritage Auctions' $15 million world and ancient coin auctions held April 10-12 and 15-16 at the Chicago International Coin Fair (CICF) and online. The coin from the Prager Collection of Canadian Coins, considered one of the most covetable Canadian coins in existence, with very few pieces known to exist, the George V was dubbed "the King of Canadian Coins" by James Charlton, author of the primary Canadian numismatics reference book.

1921 George V specimen 50 cents

Also known as the "1921 Half Dollar", the coin originally struck in the respectable quantity of 206,398 pieces, all or the majority of this mintage was never released into circulation due to waning demand for the denomination. Resultantly, production of half dollars was suspended for much of the 1920s, only to begin again in 1929. To facilitate this re-introduction, some 480,392 half dollars in mint reserve, including an amount presumed to be near the entire mintage of 1921 pieces, were melted for purposes of re-coining the silver. Today, approximately 75 examples of the 1921 date are thought to survive with some debate existing as to how many, if not all of the survivors, are specimen strikes that were made available to Ottawa mint visitors.

"We continue to see strength across the board in the world and ancient coin markets. Premium quality coins often doubled or tripled estimates at the auction," said Cristiano Bierrenbach, Vice President of Heritage. "Heritage has a strong relationship with the CICF and we are happy to see an incredibly well attended auction both in Chicago and on HA.com."

1896 Russian Nicholas II Presentation 25 Roubles

An 1896 Russian Nicholas II Presentation 25 Roubles sold for $217,375 to take top lot honors in the auction. The price of the presentation piece, rarely seen at auction, set a world record for the type by nearly $30,000.

1865 Victoria gold Pattern Specimen $2 dollar

One of the rarest and most important patterns in all of Canada, a stunning 1865 Victoria gold Pattern Specimen $2 dollar — likely the only known example of this type in private hands — saw action by four bidders before closing at $102,812.

1817-BS Ferdinand VII Real

Additional rare coins include a rare 1817-BS Ferdinand VII Real, struck during the Venezuelan War for Independence at the Caracas mint. Likely the finest-known example of this type, this piece was pushed to $88,125 by eight bidders. In addition, an 1895-A Germany Colony gold 20 Mark from New Guinea, perhaps the finest-known example of this very attractive type with a mintage of only 1,500, sold for $76,375.

1911 Chinese Empire Long Whisker silver Pattern Dollar Year 3

Chinese rarities included a 1911 Chinese Empire Long Whisker silver Pattern Dollar Year 3, a rare and popular type and the standout piece of the impressive Robert Raymond Ruff collection, which closed at $76,375 as well as an 1888 Szechuan Brass 50 Cent Pattern ND, which sold for $64,625 in the first time one has ever been offered at auction.

Source: Heritage Auction.

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A must have coin checking habits for collectors

April 28, 2014, 7:59 am

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Do you know what to look for in a coins? My blog readers always ask me the same question about a way to check coins that they have in their piggy bank collections. To make sure you don't lose all the rare coins and valuable rare coins, you need to develop coin checking habits from the very beginning. A good magnifier is a must, at least a 7x magnifier to check for the coins surface for machine doubling error.

For a start, always try to follow these steps if you received a coins in your pocket change, practice make perfect.

A must have coin checking habits for collectors

1. Sort your coins according to their denominations

When you sort your coins according to their denominations, it will be easy for you to scan the coins. You can see the difference from one coin to another when you check them in groups.

2. Always check the years of the coin

Certain years in Malaysia coins denomination are already worth more then their face value because of low mintage. You can check the list of Malaysia rare coins in my article; List of Malaysia valuable coins. If you find them, separate them and check them later for varieties and errors.

3. Look at the coins inscriptions

Look carefully at the coin lettering for something odd or unusual. Turn the coin around and look at it from different angles. Check carefully for missing letters, doubling, and other oddities in the inscriptions.

4. Look at the coins abnormalities

Look for anything abnormal about the coin. Is there anything missing on your coins? Can you see any cracks, cud or missing elements?

5. Check the coin edge

Some coins like the 50 sen 1967, 50 sen 1968 and 50 sen 1969 have two type of edge that give a lot of difference in term of their price. Make sure you check the coin edge for the early 50 sen for Milled Edge type since their price are more expensive then the Security Edge type. You can learn more about it in my article; information about 50 sen 1967, 68 & 69.

6. Check the coin die rotation

Some coin have a die rotation error. You need to practice checking the rotation of any coins that you handle. Slowly inspect the coin turning it from the top to the bottom not from one side to another. If the orientation of the coin is on the right side up at starting point, the orientation after the turn should also be on the right side up. A 180 degree rotation errors is the most valuable die rotation error.

7. Set aside anything that looks odd

If you find any coins that looks odd or suspicious, set them aside. When you have time to check them, make sure you look at the coins under good lighting with strong magnification. If you find anything that you don't understand, try to ask in a numismatic forum/group or try to Google it for answer.

8. Magnet test for 1 sen coins

You don't need to do magnet test for any 1 sen coins that you can find. If you find any 1 sen 1970, 1 sen 1973 or 1 sen 1976, make sure you do the magnet test. Wrong metal coins are worth more then the normal coins. You can learn more about it in my article; what coins need to test with magnet.

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¥1000 50 years Shinkansen Silver coin

April 29, 2014, 5:50 am

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On 25 April 2014, Japan Ministry of Finance has released a ¥1000 50 years Shinkansen Silver coin to commemorate the Shinkansen 50th years anniversary on 1st October 2014. The coin is made of sterling silver with only 50,000 pieces minted. The coin will only be available around October 2014 and the sale procedure will be announce later by Japan Mint.

The coin obverse show a bullet train on the front-side gliding among bright pink sakura with the majestic Mt. Fuji in the background.

The coin reverse show the head of the Shinkansen train all decked out in rainbow colors. A message proclaiming 50 years of the Shinkansen is also printed along with the current year.

Technical Specifications:
Face value: 1000 Yen.
Material: Silver.
Grade: Sterling silver.
Weight: 31.1 g
Diameter: 40.00 mm
Mintage: 50,000 pcs
Mint: Japan Mint
Selling Price: ¥8,300

Shinkansen literally means new trunk line, referring to the high-speed rail line network. The Tōkaidō Shinkansen began service on 1 October 1964, in time for the first Tokyo Olympics. The conventional Limited Express service took six hours and 40 minutes from Tokyo to Osaka, but the Shinkansen made the trip in just four hours, shortened to three hours and ten minutes by 1965. It enabled day trips between Tokyo and Osaka, the two largest metropolises in Japan.

Source: Ministry of Finance Japan

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€20 Battle of Clontarf Gold Proof Coin

April 30, 2014, 6:35 pm

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On 30th April 2014, The Central Bank of Ireland has launch limited edition €20 Battle of Clontarf Gold Proof Coin to mark the 1000th anniversary of the Battle of Clontarf. The coin is struck in .999 Fine Gold with a limited issue of 12,000 pieces. The coin was designed by Irish artist and sculptor Noel Hoare.

Clontarf is probably the best-known battle in Irish history, but also one of the least understood. Popular perception sees the battle as the great victory where the Christian king of Ireland, Brian Boru, defeated the pagan Vikings and drove them out of Ireland.

The coin reverse show a portrayal of High King of Ireland Brian Ború and the words ‘Clontarf 1014’.

The obverse show the traditional representation of the Irish harp, known as the Brian Ború Harp.

2014 €20 Gold Proof Coin (Battle of Clontarf)

Technical Specifications:
Denomination: €20
Quality: Proof
Issue limit: 12,000 pcs.
Alloy: 99.9% Fine Gold
Diameter: 11.00 mm (0.43 in)
Weight: 0.5 grams (0.016 oz)
Artist: Noel Hoare
Box/Capsule: Yes/Yes
Certificate: Yes
Price: €48

The coin will be available to the public from Thursday 1 May 2014. The coin can be ordered by phoning the numbers 1890 307 607 (overseas: +353 1 2483605) if paying by credit/debit card or downloading an order form via www.centralbank.ie if paying by cheque/postal order. Coins can also be purchased at The Central Bank of Ireland Dame Street office from 1 May 2014 (cash and card payments accepted). Opening hours are Mon-Fri 10am – 3:30pm, excl. public holidays.

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2014 United States Mint Silver Proof Set

May 1, 2014, 3:26 am

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On April 29, 2014 The United States Mint begin sales of the 2014 United States Mint Silver Proof Set. Seven from the 14 coins struck in a compostion of 90% Silver and the set is priced at US$53.95. Last year, 2013 United States Mint Silver Proof Set with last reported sales of 419,721.

The set contains the following 14 coins struck at the United States Mint at San Francisco:

-Four Presidential $1 Coins individually honoring Warren G. Harding, Calvin Coolidge, Herbert Hoover, and Franklin D. Roosevelt;

-Five America the Beautiful Quarters® Program coins honoring Great Smoky Mountains National Park (Tenn.), Shenandoah National Park (Va.), Arches National Park (Utah), Great Sand Dunes National Park (Colo.), and Everglades National Park (Fla.);

-One Native American $1 Coin with a reverse that depicts a Native American man offering a pipe while his wife offers provisions of fish, corn, roots, and gourds. In the background is a stylized image of the face of William Clark's compass highlighting "NW," the area in which the expedition occurred;

-One Kennedy half-dollar coin;

-Roosevelt dime coin;

-One Jefferson 5-cent coin (nickel);

-Lincoln one-cent coin (penny).

The dime, half-dollar, and five quarters are all struck in lustrous 90 percent silver. All coins bear the "S" mint mark of the United States Mint at San Francisco. Each set includes a Certificate of Authenticity.

Orders will be accepted at http://www.usmint.gov/catalog and at 1-800-USA-MINT (872-6468), while hearing- and speech-impaired customers with TTY equipment may order at 1-888-321-MINT. All domestic orders will be assessed a shipping and handling fee of $4.95 per order.

The United States Mint Silver Proof Set also is available for purchase via the bureau's Online Subscription Program. This year, the bureau is offering a 10 percent discount on subscription orders for this product, reducing the subscription-only price to $48.55. For more information about this convenient ordering method, please visit http://www.usmint.gov/catalog.

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2014 commonwealth games 50 pence gold coin

May 2, 2014, 6:03 am

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Rebecca Adlington, Great Britain's most successful Olympic swimmer has struck "Glasglow 2014 commonwealth games 50 pence gold coin" at The Royal Mint to mark the final countdown to the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games. Only 385 pieces of the 22 Carat Gold Proof coin will be minted.

The highly decorated and record breaking sportswoman was invited to strike a gold Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games 50p in her capacity as an official ambassador for the Games, which start in less than 85 days. Rebecca Adlington, from Mansfield in Nottinghamshire, won two bronze medals in the London 2012 Olympics following on from her double medal win at the Beijing Olympics.

Designers Alex Loudon and Dan Flashman took two of the most iconic sports – athletics and cycling – and added the Saltire of Scotland and lettering inspired by Charles Rennie Mackintosh to create a dynamic design for the coin.

Rebecca Adlington said, “As an ambassador for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games, I'm absolutely thrilled to have been invited to strike the gold 50p coin celebrating the event. It was particularly special for me to visit The Royal Mint because I got to see the very building where my London 2012 medals were struck.”

“I am very excited about this year’s Commonwealth Games because it’s great to have such a large scale sporting event at home again. It gives the crowd an opportunity to show their support for the British competitors, particularly the younger athletes, and it should be a great atmosphere. I am particularly looking forward to commentating on the swimming and being able to attend the opening ceremony for the first time, because I’ve always been competing before, and it promises to be a fantastic start to the Games.”

Shane Bissett, The Royal Mint’s Director of Commemorative Coin and Bullion, added, “For over 1,000 years, The Royal Mint has been producing British coins that have recorded the passing of history, documenting changes in monarchs, customs and national themes. We are thrilled to be able to show our support for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games and have the opportunity to commemorate this historical event.

“People can expect to see the new 50p coins in circulation from July when the Games begin, but we wanted to give Rebecca a sneak preview and have the opportunity to strike a gold coin bearing the new design. It was also our pleasure to show Rebecca where her own London 2012 Olympic medals were made and for our staff to find out more about her impressive achievements and her role as a Games ambassador.”

The Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games UK 50p
Technical Specification:
Denomination: 50p
Maximum Coin Mintage: 385
Alloy: 22 Carat Gold
Weight: 15.50 g
Diameter: 27.30 mm
Reverse Designer: Alex Loudon with Dan Flashman
Obverse Designer: Ian Rank-Broadley FRBS
Quality: Proof

Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games commemorative 50p pieces are available from The Royal Mint’s website www.royalmint.com.

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Domed Shaped 2014 FIFA World Cup Coin

May 2, 2014, 7:27 pm

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France Monnaie de Paris has released a 2014 FIFA World Cup Coin with a domed shaped coins in gold and silver. These is the second time a domed shaped coin released for 2014 after the popular US 2014 Baseball Hall of Fame Commemorative Coins. The beautiful coin combines two different elements : the representation of Brazil and of the Maracanã stadium magnified by the use of the dome shape striking on the two 37mm coins (1 Oz gold and €10 Silver).

The coin obverse depicts a map of Brazil delimited by stylized elements of flora and fauna. In the middle of the country map, the competitions logo and official name are represented.

The coin reverse represents the Maracanã stadium in aerial view. The name of the stadium, the name of the competition and the RF mention are inscribed on the roof of the stadium. On the foreground, a ball on which the face value is written, springs from the stadium.

2014 FIFA World Cup™ will be the 20th FIFA World Cup and will take place in Brazil from 12 June to 13 July 2014. The Estádio do Maracanã in Rio de Janeiro, which already holds the record attendance for a FIFA World Cup Finals match (199,854-FIFA World Cup 1950), is the largest of the stadiums and will stage the final.

FIFA 2014 : World Cup in Brazil-200 € GOLD PROOF 1OZ

Denomination : 1 oz
Artist : Monnaie de Paris
Weight : 31,104 g
Diameter : 37 mm
Mintage : 500
Metal : Gold 999/1000
Proof : Proof
Vintage : 2014
Face value : 200 €
Price (incl. taxes): 1760.00 €

FIFA 2014 : World Cup in Brazil-10 € SILVER PROOF

Denomination : 10 €
Artist : Monnaie de Paris
Weight : 22,20 g
Diameter : 37 mm
Mintage : 10000
Metal : Silver 900/1000
Proof : Proof
Vintage : 2014
Face value : 10 €
Price (incl. taxes): 64.00 €

You can placed your orders on the Monnaie de Paris website www.monnaiedeparis.fr.

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2014 Andres Celcius Thermometer Coin

May 3, 2014, 12:21 am

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Will you buy a coin with a thermometer in it? Cook Islands has assigned Coin Invest Trust to make a Cook Islands 2014 Andres Celcius Thermometer Coin. The coin minted to mark the anniversary of the death of Anders Celsius in 1744. The 1 oz Silver .925 coin, came with a thermometer scaled from 14 to 32 degrees Celsius. Only 1,744 pieces of these coin will be minted.

The coin reverse show a portraits of Anders Celsius with his name on top "ANDERS CELCIUS" with the year "1744-2014", a thermometer beside and a ten discs showing a different number in sequential order around his portraits. The coin obverse design is Ian Rank-Broadley's portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

In 1742, Anders Celsius defined the temperature scale degree-centigrade which was later named after him. He fixed the boiling point of water at 0 degree and the freezing point at 100 degree. These fixpoints were switched later. Celsius died at the age of only 42 in the middle of his work and only two years after fixing his temperature scale because of tuberculosis.

Cook Islands 2014 Andres Celcius Thermometer Silver Commemorative Coin

Technical Specifications:
Country: Cook Islands
Year: 2014
Face value: 5 Dollars
Metal: Silver .925
Weight: 1 oz
Size: 50 mm
Quality: Proof
Mintage: 1744

Coin Invest Trust started since 1970 and have won many coin awards for their innovative and beautiful coins. Last year Coin of The year, they have won COTY Most Popular Coin 2011 with their "Strix Uralensis - Ural Owl Mongolia coin".

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2014 Calvin Coolidge $1 Coin Cover

May 3, 2014, 8:37 pm

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On 1st May 2014, United States Mint has released for sale 2014 Calvin Coolidge $1 Coin Cover. The limited-edition Calvin Coolidge $1 Coin Cover is the 30th issue in the American Presidency $1 Coin Cover Series.

Only 20,000 units will be produced. The coin cover includes two circulating quality Calvin Coolidge Presidential $1 Coins from the first day of mintage at the United States Mint--Jan. 21, 2014, for the United States Mint at Philadelphia and Feb. 19, 2014, for the United States Mint at Denver. The coins are mounted on a display card and placed inside an envelope bearing A Flag for All Seasons (Forever®) stamp. The postmark of "May 1, 2014, Plymouth, VT" marks the date the bureau issued the Calvin Coolidge $1 Coin Cover.

The coin obverse show the dramatic portraits of former Presidents Calvin Coolidge. The reverse (tails side) of each coin features a striking rendition of the iconic Statue of Liberty, common to all Presidential $1 Coins. Each coin is encased in a protective, rotatable blister, allowing full visibility of the edge-incused inscriptions E PLURIBUS UNUM, 2014, and the mint mark. The inscription IN GOD WE TRUST is displayed on the obverse.

Coin Specifications:
Denomination: Dollar
Composition: 6% Zinc, 3.5% Manganese, 2% Nickel, Balance Copper
Weight: 8.100 grams
Diameter: 1.043 inches/26.49 mm
Edge: Lettered
Mint and Mint Mark: Philadelphia – P; Denver – D

You can order 2014 Calvin Coolidge $1 Coin Cover at http://www.usmint.gov/catalog and at 1-800-USA-MINT (872-6468), while hearing- and speech-impaired customers with TTY equipment may order at 1-888-321-MINT. A fee of $4.95 will be added to all domestic orders for shipping and handling.

American Presidency $1 Coin Covers also can be purchased through the United States Mint Online Subscription Program. This year, the bureau is offering a 10 percent discount on subscription orders for this product, which reduces the subscription-only price to $17.95. Both new and existing subscription orders are eligible for the discount.

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Cook Islands 2014 Shades of Nature-Bee Coin

May 5, 2014, 5:36 am

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Another beautiful coin designed by Coin Invest Trust, Cook Islands 2014 Shades of Nature-Bee Coin. The coin already sold out before the released date in April 2014. The silver .925 coin minted using the latest micro minting make the bee comes to life. This Shades of Nature silver coin will be a real find for those collecting exquisite nature-themed coins.

The coin reverse show a dual-color image of a silver bee on a gilded flower with "SHADES OF NATURE '14" words on top and Coin Invest Trust New security hallmark on bottom. The coin obverse design is Ian Rank-Broadley's portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Bees are pure herbivores and sustain themselves almost exclusively on sweet nectar. They collect albuminous pollen as nourishment for their larvae. Some species even set aside food reserves so that the whole bee colony is able to survive during food shortage periods.

Only the female bee has a venomous sting which is also called its defence thorn. During the course of evolution this tool developed from the egg laying organ. The sting is used to lay eggs, as well as for defence purposes. The bee’s ecological importance is immense since it not only produces tons of honey, but is also the most important pollinator worldwide. Therefore, the continuing depletion of the bee population could have serious consequences for mankind. Not only biodiversity but also our successful harvest is therefore endangered. According to calculations, the reduction in bee numbers could lead to annual financial losses of billions of Euros.

Technical specifications:
Country: Cook Islands
Year: 2014
Face value: 5 Dollars
Metal: Silver .925
Weight: 25 g
Size: 38.61 mm
Quality: Proof
Mintage: 2000 pcs

The beautiful coin already sold out at Coin Invest Trust website www.coin-invest.li. You might want to try their new coin, 2014 Andres Celcius Thermometer Coin.

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2014 Australian Kookaburra Miniature gold coin

May 6, 2014, 3:32 am

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The Perth Mint Australia has released an affordable 2014 Australian Kookaburra Miniature gold coin. Each coin is struck by The Perth Mint from 0.5g of 99.99% pure gold. The Mini Kookaburra is offered for the first time as a welcome addition to the highly successful annual Mini Roo and Mini Koala series.

The Mini Kookaburra coin’s reverse portrays a close-up portrait of a kookaburra, with The Perth Mint’s historic ‘P’ mintmark also included in the design. Issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965, the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the 2014 year-date and the monetary denomination, are shown on the coin’s obverse.

The 2014 Mini Kookaburra coin is housed in a protective acrylic capsule and presented in a colourful wallet-sized card.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Gold Content (Troy oz): 0.016
Monetary Denomination (AUD): 2
Fineness (% purity): 99.99
Minimum Gross Weight (g): 0.50
Maximum Diameter (mm): 11.60
Maximum Thickness (mm): 0.70
Maximum Mintage: Unlimited
Designer: Natasha Muhl

In 2010, Perth Mint has introduced the "Mini Roo", a .9999 gold coin with half gram weight. In 2013, they introduced another small bullion coin, a half gram "Mini Koala" gold coin. You can buy these coin by visiting The Perth mint website at www.perthmint.com.au.

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Want to Win a Bullion Gold Coin?

May 6, 2014, 6:52 am

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Do you want to win a Bullion Gold Coin for free? You only need to answer one simple question and send your entry via email. Your can win 1 piece of Perth Mint 2014 Australian Kookaburra Miniature gold coin in Perth Mint May 2014 anagram competition.

For your chance to win this gorgeous little coin, simply rearrange the following letters to solve the anagram.

Clue: What does the kookaburra’s call sound like?

How to enter: Email your answer to anagram@perthmint.com.au marking your reply ‘May 2014 Anagram Competition’ in the subject line. Please include your name, address and telephone number. Entries close on 2 June 2014. Eligible entrants will be included in the free draw and the winner will be notified by telephone or email.

COMPETITIONS TERMS & CONDITIONS

ELIGIBILITY

-This competition is open to entrants worldwide.

-Gold Corporation’s agents, associated companies, employees and their immediate families, are not eligible to enter this competition.

-The Perth Mint reserves the right to exclude any person from this competition for any reason whatsoever. The Perth Mint in its sole discretion reserves -the right to disqualify any entrant for any reason including an entry which is not in accordance with these terms and conditions of entry or if the entrant engaged in any conduct in entering the competition which is fraudulent, misleading, deceptive or generally damaging to the goodwill or reputation of The Perth Mint or the competition.

-Entrants in the competition may enter multiple times.

-Incomprehensible and incomplete entries will be deemed invalid.

PRIZES

A total of one (1) prize winner will be chosen to receive a total of one (1) Mini Kookaburra 2014 0.5g Gold Coin. The prize cannot be exchanged for cash.

COMPETITION PERIOD

-Competition entries must be received by 11.59pm on Monday 2 June 2014 (AWST). The competition closes at 11.59pm on Monday 2 June 2014 (AWST).

-The winner will be chosen by The Perth Mint during the week commencing 2 June 2014.

You can read more about it in Perth Mint Official blog; Perth Mint May 2014 anagram competition.

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