Q u alit y Coins and Bank n o t e s
June 2009
Presenting a World-Cl ass Numismatic Investment Opportunit y
1914H George V Specimen Florin Extremely Rare - One of only Three Known to Exist
A truly enviable investment piece revered for its superior striking quality, outstanding craftsmanship and incredibly small mintage, resulting in strong market performance. Price: $280,000
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{ See Page 3 for more details } Also inside this issue: Very Rare Specimen Penny, Supreme Quality Australian Pre Decimal Coins, Australian Pre Federation Banknote Rarities, Unique Uniface Printer’s Proofs, Rare Pre Decimal Banknotes, New Zealand Banknotes, Great Britain Coinage, Scottish Banknotes, War Medal Sets, Australian Collectables and Coin Accessories plus New Releases from The Perth Mint!
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Magnificent Specimens from the George V Era
ur June edition of Essentially Money offers a diverse selection of coins and banknotes to suit discerning investors and collectors with the emphasis on quality and scarcity.
Foremost Examples of Striking Excellence produced during Wartime Australia
The 1914H Specimen Florin, a superior Australian numismatic rarity, is a major highlight this month and one which we are extremely pleased to present as an outstanding opportunity for investors seeking high profile pieces offering significant growth potential. Early Australian Commonwealth coins in premium quality grades are proving increasingly difficult to obtain and we have been actively pursuing opportunities to acquire the finest examples currently available. This means considerable travel and negotiating deals which at times are few and far between, either as a result of added pressure with competition from fellow dealers or simply a general lack of availability in the marketplace. Establishing strong and reliable contacts in Australia’s numismatic industry is one of the most valuable assets a dealer can possess in these times and often takes many years to build through sheer dedication and maintaining a high standard of ethics. The Rare Coin Company has established a first class reputation within Australia’s numismatic industry of which we are justly proud in our 27 year history. Our ability to provide clients with some of the most prized and valuable coin and banknote rarities in the marketplace over the years has exposed us to many world-class buying opportunities. We are now industry leaders in high profile numismatic rarities and we feel extremely proud and privileged to have access to these historical treasures to offer our valued clients where they would not otherwise be made available or possibly even known by many people today. Unique and excessively rare numismatic items that were once the property of the Reserve Bank and hidden away in bank vaults and archives, or either gifted to VIP’s and important recipients
Robert & Barbara Jackman managing directors
receiving honoured presentation pieces, or passed down from the most distinguished collections, are now made available for private sale to investors and collectors thanks to the persistence of many dealers who had the courage and confidence in the readiness of Australia’s numismatic market to expand into an elite era of super rarities. The market has plenty of scope though and potential buyers need not think they must part with a massive fortune to profit from their investment. There are areas of opportunity in almost any numismatic pieces; however quality is the key if you really want to make it worth your while. This is why we select areas that are well sought after and offer the most potential in their particular category.
USA Numismatic Auction Realises Massive US$45 million One of the most amazing contrasts of the global financial recession was recently observed in the USA. Heritage Auctions, America’s largest numismatic firm, realised an incredible sale total of approx US$45 million in Cincinnati, Ohio recently. One coin in the sale, a USA Adams - Carter 1804 class III One Dollar piece realized US$2.3 million alone - it appears that some markets don’t even know there is a global recession.
Shows & Events in June and early July 2009 Trading and Investing Expo
David Burton Investment Seminar
The Rare Coin Company Open Days
ANDA Coin and Banknote Show
Showcasing Numismatic Investment Opportunities
Presented by The Rare Coin Company
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Showcasing Numismatic Investment Opportunities
Brisbane - Friday 12th June & Saturday 13th June
Brisbane - Friday 12th June
Albany - Tuesday 23rd June
Rydges Hotel Conference Room, Glenelg Street, South Bank
12 Sanford Road, Albany
Melbourne - Saturday 4th & Sunday 5th July
Brisbane Exhibition Centre, Cnr Merivale & Glenelg Streets, South Bank Friday : 10.00am - 5.00pm Saturday : 10.00am - 5.00pm
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6.30pm for a 7.00pm start Includes a display of quality investment items available for purchase.
10.00am - 8.00pm Perth - Wednesday 24th June 286 Hay Street, East Perth 11.00am - 8.00pm
Caulfield Racecourse, Melbourne Saturday : 10.00am - 6.00pm Sunday : 10.00am - 5.00pm The Rare Coin Company will present an extensive range of numismatic items.
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Exceptional striking quality together with particularly small mintages and solid investment returns has raised the profile of quality, Pre Decimal Australian Specimen coins to new and exciting heights in the numismatic investment arena in recent years. Investor interest in George V era currency has gathered strong momentum with astute buyers constantly on the look out for premium acquisitions to boost their portfolios. The extremely rare Specimen strikes displayed here represent a prestigious investment opportunity and outstanding examples of the talents of the mint master of the time. Specimen coins are produced to a particularly high standard of finish. They are the initial strikes from a “working” die where special care is taken in the striking to ensure superior results. The difference is that the die is brand new so the strike is razor sharp and the fields equally smooth. They are generally hand struck and made as an example of a given issue and for presentation purposes only.
1914H George V Specimen Florin Collectors and investors continue to be enamoured with the history and rarity of the uniquely Australian Commonwealth florin or two shilling coin. Florins, including commemorative issues were produced during various years between 1910 and 1963.
1914H George V Specimen Florin Specimen Strike
Extremely Rare
Approximately 3 Known Price:
$280,000
Struck in England from 1910 to 1915, most were issued by the Royal Mint in London while the Birmingham Mint, originally known as Heaton’s Mint or Ralph Heaton & Sons, shared the work load. Birmingham issues carry the “H” for Heaton mintmark while the Royal Mint issues had no mark. The Melbourne, Sydney and San Francisco mints produced Australian florins in subsequent years.
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The first florins displayed King Edward VII and the Australian Coat of Arms. King George V featured from 1911 to 1936. As one of only approximately three known to exist, this striking Specimen is a tremendous example from the eminent Florin series, offering impressive investment prospects.
1916 George V Specimen Penny During World War I, bronze coinage was produced at the Calcutta Mint, India due to the pre-occupation of the Royal Mint in London with defence commitments. The Royal Mint supplied the Calcutta Mint with master dies for Australian pennies and half pennies which were struck there in 1916, 1917 and 1918. While the halfpenny die was identical to the London one, the Australian penny featured two obverse die varieties through the King George V series between 1911 and 1936 and was known as the Indian die. A small ‘I’ appeared below the lower scroll on the reverse to identify the Calcutta Mint. Australian pennies were issued until 1964. This precious Pre Decimal Specimen Penny holds great historical significance and a prominent position in today’s global numismatic market.
1916 George V Specimen Penny Specimen Strike
Very Rare Price:
$70,000
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Supreme Quality Australian Pre Decimal Coins
Australian Pre Federation Banknote Rarities
Choice opportunities in Australian Pre Decimals
A Fascinating Glimpse into Australia’s Heritage 1900 One Pound Specimen Note
some of the lowest mintages in the entire Pre Decimal series. Those specially struck prior to 1955 were set aside as finest examples for a mint museum collection or to present to VIP’s and as such limited numbers are now available to private collectors. Highly polished dies and blanks are used in their manufacture.
Inspiring Australian George VI Proof Set - London Mint Fetching notable returns and with demand steadily on the rise and limited examples available, all indications are that Australian Pre Decimal Proofs most certainly have a bright future on the investment performance front.
Superior quality Australian Pre Federation Specimen banknotes inspire investors and collectors around the world due to their steady price performance, historic worth and the limited numbers printed. Specimen notes were especially printed to mark the intended release of a new banknote for circulation and were kept as examples of the printing or issue and as such were produced in very small numbers. From 1817 until 1910, many private banks and some State Governments issued banknotes in denominations up to one hundred pounds.
Minted in London
To acquire individual Proofs is rewarding in itself so to secure a set of four Fleur De Coin (FDC) or “Flower of the Die” grade coins is enough to excite even the most seasoned collector or investor.
Coins from this ex-Pretoria Mint Collection, South Africa, Proof Set were all struck at the Royal Mint in London. Other issues were struck at mints including Melbourne. These coins are superior strikes and were selected to be presented to the Pretoria Mint - a customary practice with Mints throughout the world.
The Proof is in the Preservation FDC is a coin presented in the highest state of preservation. The strike is usually faultless and the design details well defined with the coin displaying exceptional visual appeal. Australian Pre Decimal Proofs are renowned as having
This 1900 about Uncirculated note was issued by The National Bank of Australasia, Perth branch, which was established in 1866. The National Bank of Australasia was established in Melbourne in 1858 and reconstructed during the financial crisis of 1893 to become the National Bank of Australasia Limited. It merged with the Commercial Banking Company of Sydney Ltd in 1982 when the title changed to the National Australia Bank as we know it today. Buyers are just now starting to fully appreciate the growth potential for quality notes of this historic period and as such demand is strong and well on the rise.
A superb opportunity to secure very rare and valuable examples of quality Australian Proof coinage.
Halfpenny, Penny, Threepence, Sixpence Very Rare Ex Pretoria Mint Collection Liquidation Guarantee
The Humble Sixpence comes of Age The sixpence was a popular medium of exchange in Australia from 1911 to the mid-1920’s and was so well used and worn over time (even traditionally hidden in Christmas puddings) that they are now extremely hard to acquire in higher quality grades.
1917M & 1918M George V Sixpence Coins (1918 Key Date) Grade: Gem Slabbed: PCGS MS64 In Presentation Case
Very Rare in this Grade Price:
$21,500
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Struck at the Melbourne Mint, the pair presented here carries the extraordinary quality Gem grading with 1918 - the rarest date in the series. Both coins are slabbed meaning they have been authenticated, graded and presented in a sealed case by a third party grading company. Touting a very low mintage and issued during the final year of World War I, the 1918 coin is the key to the sixpence series.
1915 George V Florin Uncovering a coin of this calibre and grade from such a tumultuous time in Australia’s past is rare. This Australian florin has a very clear, ‘strong’ reverse finish and key date, highlighting its scarcity, and is an excellent example of an Uncirculated / Choice Uncirculated coin. George V florins were issued from 1910 to 1936 with the 1915 issue struck at the Birmingham Mint, United Kingdom. It displayed a star above the Coat of Arms, and the Southern Cross within the shield as did all florins during
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Very Rare Price:
$35,000
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The remoteness of Australia’s outback resulted in various forms of promissory or ‘IOU’ notes payable on demand being issued by companies or individuals to meet the currency needs of local businesses and workers during Colonial times. Access to bank branches was often impractical due to distance and it was too risky to keep substantial amounts of Australian notes in the settlements.
Grade: FDC
$135,000
Engraved by: Bradbury, Wilkinson & Co., Engravers, London Domicile: Perth Cat Ref: MVR 4P Grade: about Uncirculated
186- Charles Brown Five Pound Unissued Form
1951PL George VI Proof Set of 4 Coins
Price:
‘The National Bank of Australasia Ltd’ (1858-1982) 1900 One Pound Specimen Note
the monarch’s reign. The Australian florin was the same size and weight as the UK florin. Those minted from 1910 to 1945 were produced with a .925 silver content and were worth two shillings or one tenth of a pound. They were minted until 1963 with some omissions. Australian coins produced in smaller numbers during World War I are greatly regarded amongst numismatists and prized in high grades.
1915 George V Florin Grade: Uncirculated / Choice Uncirculated
Rare in this Grade Price:
$23,000
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186- Charles Brown Five Pound Unissued Form Engraved by: Sands & McDougall, Melbourne Domicile: Melbourne Cat Ref: MVR N/L Grade: Fine / Very Fine (minor tears)
Only Two Examples Known Price:
$24,000
This unissued IOU form or ‘shinplaster’ was for Melbourne stock and station agent Charles Brown. IOU’s were known by many names including shinplasters, which were thought to be produced on paper that was flimsy or tampered with to make it deteriorate faster and be rendered unusable leaving the holder duped and the issuer off the hook. As one of only two examples known and steeped in history, this Charles Brown Shinplaster is an inspiring numismatic rarity and investment choice.
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1881 Five Pound Issued Note While the history of Australian Colonial paper money may be relatively brief the details are diverse and fascinating. The formation of Australia’s first bank, the Bank of New South Wales, in Sydney in 1817 heralded a new era in Colonial Australian currency. Part of the bank’s role was to produce banknotes and for the first time a standardised currency was issued in Australia which was backed by assets. Previously, the colonies had suffered a major shortage of currency which led to all manner of private notes circulating which caused serious problems for the Government. Other private banks soon followed the Bank of NSW’s lead and banknotes of all sizes and colours were circulated throughout Australian settlements. The number of private banks fluctuated according to the 1850’s gold rush and the depression of 1891 to 1893 when 54 of the 64 banks trading prior to the financial crash closed their doors to regroup and 34 of them never reopened. Capitalise now on the future growth potential of this captivating banknote deemed Extremely Rare in this Grade.
‘Bank of New South Wales’ (1817-1982) 1881 Five Pound Issued Note Engraved by: Charles Skipper & East, London Domicile: Sydney Cat Ref: MVR 7c Grade: good Very Fine
Extremely Rare in this Grade Price:
$48,000
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Union Bank of Australia (1837-1951)
Rare Quality George V Pre Decimal Banknotes
Rare and Unique Uniface Printer’s Proofs
One of the Top Performers in Today’s Numismatic Marketplace 1923 George V Ten Shilling Banknote
The incredible price growth of Pre Federation Proof issues over recent years stands testament to their strengthening demand in the marketplace and the growing investor confidence in this exciting area of numismatic investing. Printer’s Proofs were a completed example of a proposed note issue, usually uniface (one-sided) printed on plain paper in the chosen colours and format that were to be used. The notes were sent to the customer for final approval and to display the artwork and expertise of the printer but remained the property of the engraver, which in this case was Perkins, Bacon & Co., London.
Forming part of the Gold Bearing Series, Australian banknotes issued between 1923 and 1933 were payable in gold coin. There were several varieties of ten shilling notes issued during this time, which were discernible by the different signature combinations. They were occasionally referred to as the ‘Harrison Issue’ in recognition of Australian Note Printer TS Harrison. The words HALF SOVEREIGN were printed in bold red lettering in the top and side margins to help distinguish them from other denominations and deter unscrupulous forgers who became adept in their efforts to deceive the public.
The 1881 twenty pound note on card is an extremely important piece as it is the only one known with the Hobart domicile. Equally impressive is the 1878 five pound note of which only two are known from the Ballarat, Victoria domicile. The 1877 one pound note domiciled in Melbourne would also make a highly prized acquisition as it is very rare and of a high quality state of preservation.
The issue of the new 1923 ten shilling note design featured the signatures of then Governor of the Commonwealth Bank Denison SK Miller and Secretary to the Treasury James R Collins. The front of the note includes the Australian Coat of Arms and the legend “THE COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA” “AUSTRALIAN NOTE”. The back has an image of the Goulburn Weir in Victoria.
‘Union Bank of Australia’ (1837-1951) 1877 One Pound Uniface Printer’s Proof - On Card Engraved by: Perkins, Bacon & Co., London Domicile: Melbourne Cat Ref: MVR 2b Grade: good Extremely Fine
Very Rare Price:
$34,000
The Union Bank of London was formed in 1837 and established its first Australian branch in Launceston, Van Diemen’s Land (Tasmania) in 1838 with others soon opening in Hobart, Melbourne and Sydney. The “Union” was one of the distinguished “Imperial” banks in Australia.
The first New Zealand branch was established in Port Nicholson (now Wellington) in association with the New Zealand Company in 1840.
Extremely Rare - Two Known with this Domicile Price:
$45,000
$58,500
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This one pound note formed part of the ‘Legal Tender’ series of 1933 to 1938 when the gold redemption phrase was replaced with a new declaration stating that “This note is legal tender for ONE POUND in the Commonwealth and in all Territories under the control of the Commonwealth.”
Union Bank of Australia Limited (1837- 1951)
Engraved by: Perkins, Bacon & Co., London Domicile: Ballarat Cat Ref: MVR 2b Grade: about Uncirculated
Price:
1933 George V One Pound Banknote
The Proofs exhibited here feature the Ship and Britannia top centre and portrait of a young Queen Victoria on the front. Union Bank notes were issued in denominations of £1, £5, £10, £20 and £50.
It absorbed the Bathurst Bank, in New South Wales and commenced business as a branch in 1840. An Adelaide branch opened in 1850 and another in Perth in 1878.
Cat Ref: R4 Grade: Uncirculated
Extremely Rare in this Grade
Continued demand and limited availability has firmly established this area of numismatic investment as a prosperous and rewarding pursuit.
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‘Union Bank of Australia’ (1837-1951) 1878 Five Pound Uniface Printer’s Proof
1923 George V Miller / Collins Ten Shilling Note
1933 George V Riddle / Sheehan One Pound Note Cat Ref: R28 Grade: Uncirculated
Very Scarce in this Grade Price:
$7,500
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The signature combination of E Riddle and Secretary to the Treasury Harry J Sheehan appears underneath. The word “The” has been omitted before “COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA” and a watermark profile of the Prince of Wales appears in the white oval. Features on the back include an engraving allegorical of the pastoral industries and a blank oval for the watermark. To own a note that formed part of Australia’s very first legal tender, is an exciting prospect both from an investment and heritage aspect.
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Merger Plans The bank continued to prosper and forge ahead absorbing other financial bodies and opening more branches before and after it officially became the Union Bank of Australia Limited in 1880 and by 1887 it had established 86 offices. In 1947, the Union Bank of Australia Limited and Bank of Australia boards announced their intention to merge, but this was abandoned when the Labour Prime Minister Ben Chifley announced in August that year, that the Australian Government proposed to legislate immediately to nationalise all non-government banking in Australia. However, the Chifley Government lost office and plans resumed. The banks merged in 1951 to form the Australian and New Zealand Bank Limited. In 1970 the ANZ Bank merged with the English Scottish and Australian Bank to form the ANZ Banking Group Limited. The Bank of Adelaide was absorbed in 1980.
1927 George V Five Pound Banknotes Consecutive Pair
‘Union Bank of Australia Limited’ (1837-1951) 1881 Twenty Pound Uniface Printer’s Proof - On Card Engraved by: Perkins, Bacon & Co., London Domicile: Hobart Cat Ref: MVR 2c Grade: Uncirculated Traces of adhesive on reverse from original presentation
Unique with this Domicile Price:
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$49,500
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The redesigned five pound notes issued from 1924 to 1933 were smaller than their predecessors and included several variations. Their size proved cost effective as six instead of four banknotes could be printed on the one sheet. Features on the front of the note displayed include the monarch, a modified Coat of Arms and signature combination
of then Commonwealth Bank Governor Sir Ernest C Riddle and Secretary to the Treasury, James T Heathershaw. The back shows a view of the Hawkesbury River, in New South Wales. Very rarely do consecutive pairs appear on the market, reinforcing their major investment value.
1927 George V Riddle / Heathershaw Five Pound Note Consecutive Pair Cat Ref: R42 Grade: Uncirculated
Very Rare in this Grade in Pairs Price:
$85,000
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Rare New Zealand Banknotes
Fine Examples of Great Britain Coinage
A Key Opportunity for Investors and Collectors
Historic Silver Coins with an Investment Edge!
19-- Ten Shilling Unissued Remainder - with Selvedge
The Crowning Glory of Great Britain Coinage
The Bank of New South Wales (1817-1982) was an authorised banknote issuer for New Zealand from 1861 to 1934. The bank opened its first branch in Auckland in 1861 and another in Wellington, Dunedin and Invercargill. Within three months, the note issue circulation for the branches was £11,000. The unissued note with selvedge displayed here was specially printed as a Specimen or example only, to mark the intended release of a new banknote for circulation. They were usually identified by the word SPECIMEN or CANCELLED either printed or perforated on the front and back of the note as displayed on the front of this note. The blank side reveals faint perforations that read ‘Specimen’ and ‘C. Skipper & East,’ a London-based printer. Rarely are such examples made available to the collecting public and being printed in small numbers have generated significant price growth in recent years.
Early coins of Great Britain continue to capture the imagination of collectors and investors inspired by their rarity, elaborate craftsmanship and artistry and the enthralling history and romance of the times.
‘Bank of New South Wales’ (1817-1982) 19-- Ten Shilling Unissued Remainder with Selvedge - Perforated ‘Specimen’ Engraved by: C. Skipper & East Cat Ref: PS161 Grade: good Extremely Fine
Very Scarce Price:
$4,750
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18-- One Pound Uniface Trial Note The Bank of New Zealand opened in Auckland in 1861 and issued banknotes up until 1934. Branches soon opened elsewhere including Dunedin, Wellington and London however, notes were only ever issued from Sydney. By 1865 the bank had issued more than twice the number of notes of the second largest bank, the Union Bank of Australia, and this rose to more than three times in 1870 and 1875. Further branches opened in Australia and Fiji and the bank soon became the second largest issuer of notes in Australia and until 1910 was always in the top four banks.
‘Bank of New Zealand’ (1861-Present) 18-- One Pound Uniface Trial Engraved by: Bradbury, Wilkinson & Co., Engravers, London Domicile: Auckland Cat Ref: ROBB PTU 5a Grade: good Extremely Fine
Very Rare Price:
$7,500
The alluring 17th to 19th century silver crowns featured here including the 1668 Charles II crown - the fourth finest known, are wonderful examples and considered a cherished acquisition for the prudent collector with a passion for the past and an eye for quality.
1668/5 Charles II Crown
1700 William III Crown (3rd Bust)
4th Finest Known Grade: Very Fine
Grade: good Extremely Fine
Price:
$1,900
Price:
$6,150
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The crown was minted between the reigns of Elizabeth I of England and Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom and usually in a new monarch’s coronation year. It was the largest silver coin issued during this time and therefore frequently a prime choice with today’s collectors. Its size allows the artistic ability of the engraver to be fully appreciated and silver is an eyecatching metal which takes a good impression from the dies. We are pleased to offer these superb coins sure to enhance the history and prestige of any numismatic collection.
1707 Anne Crown
1821 George IV Crown
Grade: Extremely Fine
Price:
$5,500
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Price:
$3,650
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Head office was relocated to London in 1890 but returned to Wellington four years later. The bank operated as an independent Government-owned corporation from 1945 to 1989 when it was privatised. It was purchased by the National Australia Bank Group in 1992. An extremely rare opportunity to acquire this beautiful trial note highlighting New Zealand’s industry, flora and fauna.
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1913 One Pound Issued Note The National Bank of New Zealand Limited (NBNZ) founded in London in 1872, is the only bank left in Australasia to have retained the same name it started with. The NBNZ went on to open several branches in key locations over the coming years. Lloyds Bank purchased it outright in 1966, moved its head office to Wellington in 1978 and proceeded to acquire various other financial entities. The Australia and New Zealand Bank (ANZ) purchased NBNZ from Loyds TSB in 2003. The NBNZ issued NZ banknotes from 1872 to 1934 which were conservative in design and in line with their policies and remained almost the same for every type of issue. The first one pound notes featured the unicorn facing right but on the one pound note as featured here and other notes issued from 1894 to 1924 and in subsequent years, the unicorn faced left. Strongly linked to Australia’s history, early New Zealand banknotes are treasured acquisitions demonstrating tremendous investment potential.
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‘The National Bank of New Zealand Ltd’ (1872-1974) 1913 One Pound Issued Note Engraved by: Perkins, Bacon & Co., London Domicile: Wellington Cat Ref: ROBB 31.a.i Grade: Very Fine
Very Rare Price:
$5,000
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1911 George V Set of 8 Coins
The Reign of King George V
The alluring Specimen set exhibited here comes with the original presentation case and features the George V penny, twopence, threepence, fourpence and sixpence produced from 1911 to 1920 and the shilling, florin and half crown issued from 1911 to 1919.
George V (George Frederick Ernest Albert; June 3, 1865 - January 20 1936) was King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, and Emperor of India, from 1910 through World War I and until his death. He was the first British monarch of the House of Windsor and served in the Royal Navy from age 12. During his reign George witnessed the eventful rise of socialism, communism, fascism, Irish republicanism and the first Labour ministry.
Struck from specially prepared dies prior to the commercial production run, Specimens reveal more clearly visible detail not seen on circulating coins and were often issued to VIP’s such as heads of state on special occasions, or to groups including mints, museums or banks.
Specimen coins have become one of the most select areas of numismatics anywhere in the world due to their rarity and exclusivity.
{ Half Crown Obverse }
1911 George V Specimen Set of Eight Coins Specimen Strike
Very Scarce In original presentation case Price:
$1,800
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Royal Bank of Scotland Banknotes Marvels from a Historic Bank One of the oldest banks in the United Kingdom, The Royal Bank of Scotland founded in 1727 has produced several beautiful commemorative and general banknotes in the new millennium. The quality Uncirculated notes displayed here present a prime opportunity for keen collectors
to branch out into the fascinating area of banknotes of the world or enhance already established collections. Notes featured are the the 2002 Queen’s Golden Jubilee £5, 2004 Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews 250th anniversary £5, 2005 Culzean Castle £5, 2005 Jack Nicklaus £5 (the first British banknote to celebrate a living,
non-royal person), 2000 Queen Mother’s 100th Birthday £20, 2005 Inverness Castle £50 and 2000 Balmoral Castle royal residence £100 - a reminder of the bank’s regal origins. Uncirculated notes are highly sought after collectables for their perfectly preserved state boasting crisp Uncirculated condition.
2004 St Andrews Five Pound Note
Grade: Uncirculated Cat Ref: P362
Grade: Uncirculated Cat Ref: P363
$35
One for the Military History Buff The Purple Heart Medal as exhibited here will not be produced anywhere in the future, presenting a special opportunity for the avid numismatic collector or anyone passionate about United States military history. The Purple Heart is a United States military decoration awarded in the name of the President of the time to those who have been wounded or killed while serving with the US military on or after April 5, 1917.
2002 Golden Jubilee Five Pound Note Price:
Fascinating Aust / US Military Medals
Price:
$45
The original idea for the Purple Heart (the Badge of Military Merit initially established by George Washington in 1782), is the oldest symbol and award still presented to US military members, surpassed in US history only by the long obsolete Fidelity Medallion created in 1780. The Purple Heart differs from all other decorations in that an individual is not “recommended” for the decoration; rather he or she is entitled to it for “Being wounded or killed
in any action against an enemy of the United States or as a result of an act of any such enemy or opposing armed forces.” As with other combat medals, multiple awards are denoted by award stars for the Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard, or oak leaf clusters for the Army and Air Force. The first Purple Heart was awarded to US General Douglas MacArthur in World War II. During the early period of America’s involvement in the war the Medal was awarded for wounds received in action against the enemy and for meritorious performance of duty. Over the years it would be extended to include other individuals including members of peacekeeping forces. Other medals given in the US include the Medal of Honour and Silver Star. This striking Purple Heart Medal design would make a wonderful addition to any collector’s numismatic anthology.
Striking Design
Price:
$75.00
ANZAC Commemoratives 2009 Sands of Gallipoli Medallion Coin Sets 2005 Culzean Castle Five Pound Note
2005 Jack Nicklaus Five Pound Note
Grade: Uncirculated Cat Ref: P352d
Grade: Uncirculated Cat Ref: P364
Price:
$30
Price:
$45
2000 Queen Mother 100th Birthday Twenty Pound Note
2005 Inverness Castle Fifty Pound Note
Grade: Uncirculated Cat Ref: P361
Grade: Uncirculated Cat Ref: P367
Price:
$140
Price:
Containing authentic sand from Gallipoli, the sale of these items contributes to the RSL Australia. The Limited Edition Medallion Set of Two and Limited Edition Medallion Set of Six both contain a replica Victoria Cross Medallion.
metal centre plate featuring the 1914-15 Star; British War Medal and the Victory Medal and a vial of authentic sand collected from the beaches of Gallipoli. The medals featured are the Victoria Cross and the 1914-15 Star.
a quality timber display case with a metal plate featuring the 1914-15 Star; British War medal and the Victory Medal; a replica 1904 Rising Sun hat badge and a vial of authentic sand collected from the beaches of Gallipoli.
The set of two features Proof quality double sided medallions minted from brass alloy and finished in highly polished silver with a full colour medal image on one side and a gold plated 1904 Rising Sun hat badge on the other. The medallions are housed in capsules and presented in a leatherette and steel box with a
Only 5000 sets of two medallions will be released. Each set comes wtih a numbered certificate of authenticity.
The medals featured are the Victoria Cross; Distinguished Service order; Military Cross; Distinguished Conduct Medal; Military Medal and the 1914-15 Star.
The set of six contains proof quality double sided medallions minted from brass alloy and finished in highly polished silver with a full colour medal image on one side and a gold plated 1904 Rising Sun hat badge on the other. The medallions are housed in plastic coin capsules and presented in
Only 2500 sets of six medallions will be released. Each set comes with a numbered certificate of authenticity.
Limited Edition of 2500 sets
$350
Price:
$195.00 set
Official Mint Release Price
Limited Edition of 5000 sets
2000 Balmoral Castle One Hundred Pound Note
Price:
$89.95 set
Official Mint Release Price
Grade: Uncirculated Cat Ref: P361a
Price:
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$450
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Accessories for your Colle ction
Australian Decimal Currency Modern Error Coins a Rarity
Deluxe Dansco 50 Cent Push-In Coin Albums
Complete your 50c Coin Collection the ideal way with these fantastic Coin Albums and accessories!
Error coins are an interesting phenomenon in the world of coin production and are almost always accidental. In modern minting they are usually very rare, making them keenly sought after by collectors and investors. The classic example shown here features a Queen Elizabeth II 1975 issue, 50 cent coin struck with double obverse heads. Mint errors refer to any number of mistakes that can be made during the minting process.
The Perfect way to build a C0mplete Collection and preserve your Investment!
Protect and display your prized collection in this attractive, quality presentation album. Featuring a central fold-out design, this album is both convenient and impressive.
1975 Fifty Cent Error Coin Double Obverse - Heads
These albums are also available as: Threepence / Sixpence, Halfpenny, Penny, Shilling and Florin, 1c / 2c, 5c, 10c, 20c, $1, $2.
Grade: nice Uncirculated
A classic example of a rare and well preserved error coin deserving of any collection.
Price:
$6,500
For passionate collectors of Australian 50 cent coins from their arrival on the scene in 1966 to date, the Dansco 50 cent push-in album is a great choice.
1966 Rounded Fifty Cent Coin 1970 Fifty Cent Coin
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Grade: Uncirculated Price:
$15
Specimen Price:
$10
Dansco 50c Push-in Coin Album Price:
$21.90 ea
Appealing Numis Presentation Albums 1977 Silver Jubilee Fifty Cent Coin Grade: Uncirculated Price:
$4
1982 Brisbane Commonwealth Games Fifty Cent Coin
1988 First Fleet Bi-Centenary Fifty Cent Coin
2000 Millenium Fifty Cent Coin
2000 Royal Visit Fifty Cent Coin
2002 Year of the Outback Fifty Cent Coin
Grade: Uncirculated
Grade: Uncirculated
Grade: Uncirculated
Grade: Uncirculated
Grade: Uncirculated Price:
$4
Price:
$15
Price:
$6
Price:
$9
Price:
$6
Numis Coin Albums provide the perfect choice to showcase your precious coins. Quality made and beautifully presented, they are designed to present and preserve a variety of collectable coins. These albums can contain a variety of coin sizes neatly displayed within a coloured ringed binder (available in Navy, Red and Green). A matching slipcase protects the binder and allows for easy shelf-top stacking to join other collections.
Australian Decimal Coin Pack A comprehensive collection, the 1966-2009 1¢-$2 Decimal Type Set is the perfect way to obtain an example of the eight Australian denominations issued from the start of decimal currency until the current day.
Numis Coin Album
Numis Coin Album
Binder in Slipcase only available in Navy & Red
Binder in Slipcase, 5 x sheets (different sizes) 5 x white interleaving, fits 143 coins available in Green, Navy & Red
Price:
Also a distinctively Aussie gift, especially for friends and contacts overseas, this marvellous presentation represents tremendous value. Sealed in archival quality bubble, the eight BU decimal issues are set within a colourful Mint Set style pack, complete with specifications of the coins.
$35 ea
Each coin in this affordable collection is presented in strictly Brilliant Uncirculated condition.
Price:
$24.95 set of 8 Fantasy One Million Dollar Note Quirky, fun and unique, this pretend banknote produced by Gloo The Memory Company will provide a great talking point and gift idea, and colourful addition to your collection. These fine quality notes are printed on special non-tear, plastic paper similar to authentic Australian banknotes and marketed in various forms from thankyou cards to promoting business. Why not buy one for your collection and another to carry around in your wallet just for good luck?
Price:
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$4 ea
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Price:
$39.50 ea
The Essential Australian Numismatic Guide
View Collections in detail with our range of Lighthouse Magnifiers
As one of Australia’s leading catalogues of Australian currency, the 23rd Edition of Rennik’s Australian Coin & Banknotes Values is a must have for any novice or established collector or investor.
Lighthouse battery-powered illuminated magnifiers are a handy addition to enliven and display your collection in all its glory! These magnifiers are just two prime examples of the large range available.
Now in it’s 45th year of publication, this guide covers everything you’ll need to know about Australian Numismatics. A treasure trove of information!
Rennik’s Australian Coin & Banknotes Values
Rennik’s Australian Coin & Banknotes Values
Softcover (23rd Edition)
Hardcover (23rd Edition)
Price:
$30 ea
Price:
$35 ea
Illuminated Magnifier 170
Illuminated Magnifier
5x magnification, Retractable
10x magnification, Adjustable focus
$17.00 ea
$29.90 ea
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Remarkable and Delightful Latest Releases from Celebrate Australia $1 Coins Celebrate Australia comprises eight stunning $1 coins, each a perfect memento of the nation’s six states and two mainland territories. Combining struck and coloured pictorial elements, the reverse of each coin portrays iconic wildlife and landmarks representing New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Tasmania, South Australia, Western Australia, Northern Territory or the Australian Capital Territory. Meticulously crafted each coin is housed on an illustrated presentation card. These are designed to be prized by collectors and sought-after for gift-buyers. Individual Coin (Aluminium Bronze)
Price:
$14.95 ea
Official Mint Release Price
8 Coin Pack (Aluminium Bronze)
Price:
$99.95
Official Mint Release Price
The Perth Mint designed to impress Collectors 1966 Australian Decimal Pattern Set This spectacular release comprises five Australian commemoratives struck from 99.9% pure silver in proof quality. Each coin bears one of five designs submitted by Andor Meszaros in response to the Australian Government’s call for 20c, 10c, 5c, 2c and 1c reverse proposals prior to decimalisation. Working with plasters supplied by the Meszaros’ family, The Perth Mint has replicated all five designs, finally fulfilling the artist’s wish to see them protrayed on coins issued as legal tender of Australia. Subject to extremely limited release, no more than 7,500 of these prestigious sets will be released by The Perth Mint.
Price:
$169.00 set
Official Mint Release Price
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2009 Perth Mint Proof Gold Sovereign The Perth Mint has renewed its longstanding association with the most famous gold coin in the world with the first annual release of a new Proof quality sovereign. Dating from the reign of King Henry VII, the sovereign played an indispensable role in commerce and banking in the heyday of the British Empire.
Famous Battles 1oz Silver Proof Coin Series The Battle of Cannae 216 BC
Issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965 and featuring a unique Australian reverse, the 2009 Perth Mint Proof Sovereign is meticulously struck from the traditional 91.67% pure gold (22-carats).
The second coin in the ‘Famous Battles’ Silver Proof Coin Series commemorates Hannibal’s crushing defeat of the Roman legions in The Battle of Cannae 216BC. Against a massive force comprising 80,000 infantry and 6,000 cavalry, his outnumbered Carthaginian army won a remarkable victory that has been hailed one of the greatest tactical achievements in military history. The coin’s reverse portrays a Carthaginian warrior and one of Hannibal’s 30 war elephants.
Increasing the desirability for this remarkable release, no more than 2,500 Perth Mint Proof Sovereigns will be released annually.
The Perth Mint will release just 5,000 of these coins, which come in superb presentation packaging.
Price:
$649.00
Price:
$89.50
Official Mint Release Price
Official Mint Release Price
100 Years of Swimming Excellence 1oz Silver Proof & Uncirculated $1 Coins
2009 International Year of Astronomy 1oz Silver Proof Coin
Australia’s legendary sporting success in the pool has been overseen for 100 years by the peak body known today as Swimming Australia Ltd. Currently with almost 100,000 members and more than 1,100 swimming clubs nationwide, Swimming Australia Ltd is celebrating its centenary with two superb commemoratives with an inspired reverse featuring silhouetted swimmers arranged like a splash of water. Both the silver proof and $1 uncirculated coins are housed in a blue presentation case and illustrated presentation card respectively.
Attention is turning to the night sky in 2009 with the advent of the International Year of Astronomy (IYA2009), coinciding with the 400th anniversary of the first recorded astronomical observations with a telescope by Galileo Galilei. Reflecting Australia’s participation in the worldwide program of IYA2009, The Perth Mint is releasing a stunning coin symbolising astronomy in the Southern Hemisphere.
Subject to limited release, no more than 7,500 1oz silver Proof coins will be released by The Perth Mint. $1 Uncirculated (Aluminium Bronze) 1oz Silver Proof
Price:
$97.50
Official Mint Release Price
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Price:
$13.95
Official Mint Release Price
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The coin’s reverse portrays two young people observing a coloured representation of the night sky with a telescope and a stylised depiction of the Southern Cross. No more than 7,500 IYA2009 Coins, each housed in spectacular presentation packaging, will be released by The Perth Mint.
Price:
$89.50
Official Mint Release Price
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Our Perth office and showroom, located in Hay Street close to The Perth Mint, is open each weekday from 9am to 5pm and also Saturdays from 9am to 1pm for your added convenience. The Rare Coin Company offers a Liquidation Guarantee on selected investment quality items sold through our company. Items featuring this Liquidation logo come with an official Certificate of Authenticity and Future Liquidation by The Rare Coin Company.
Liquidation Guarantee
This guarantee applies only on selected items as indicated in this publication. All other numismatic material does not carry a liquidation guarantee, however we are always happy to purchase quality items for future resale - subject to stock requirements. For more information regarding our Liquidation Guarantee policy please contact us on: 1800 641 633
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