Canadian Birthstone Coin Series

Canadian Birthstone Coins

The Royal Canadian Mint (RCM) has issued this series of 12 beautiful silver proof coins with gem-toned Swaravski crystals embedded in each coin, each silver proof coin has a denomination of 3 dollars and weighs in at 7,96 grams (1/4 oz) of pure silver .9999 and issued as a silver proof coin. All 12 silver proof coins can be bought as individual cased coins with an individually numbered certificate of authenticity, or in a 12 coin set which has been produced with each induvidual coin complete with a individually numbered certificate of authenticity. A total of only 200 of these 12 coin  Canadian Birthstone sets will be minted making these sets very collectable in the near future.

Swarovski is the luxury brand name for the range of precision-cut crystal glass products produced by the privately-owned company Swarovski AG of Feldmeilen, Austria (near Zürich, Switzerland).





Each Birthstone by Month

Silver Birthstone Coins Specifications

Mint: Royal Canadian Mint
Weight: 7.96 grams
Diameter: 27 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .9999 Silver 

 

Silver Tasmainian Devil Proof Coin

Silver Tasmanian Devil Proof Coin

The Perth Mint has released the third silver bullion proof coin in the series Endangered and Extinct, this third coin will feature the Tasmanian Devil. The Tasmanian Devil is the worlds largest surviving carnivorous marsupial and is only found in Australia. The Tasmania Devil has a thick-set, squat build, with black fur and a large broad head and short thick tail. Today this incredible creature is wholly protected and is considered a Tasmanian icon.

 The coin reverse portrays the magnificent Tasmanian Devil in colour and the background comprises of representations of fern leaves and a rocky den. No more than 5,000 of these coins will be minted by the Perth Mint, each coin is minted from .999 fine silver bullion in a proof finish. Each coin is housed in a high gloss wooden case and illustrated shipper, each coin has individual numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Other coins in the series are the Tasmanian Tiger and the Wedgedtailed Eagle.





Silver Tasmanian Coin Specifications

Mint: Perth Mint
Weight: 31.135 grams
Diameter: 40.6 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .999 Silver
Mintage: 5,000

Marilyn Monroe Silver Proof 1oz Coin

Marilyn Monroe Silver Proof

Marilyn Monroe is the subject of this special silver commemorative, which is sure to captivate her many fans, Monroe (1926–1962) was born Norma Jeane Mortenson but was baptized Norma Jeane Baker. She was an American actress and model who graced the screen with her luminous beauty, considered by many as the epitome of the blond bombshell, Monroe began her career as a model which led to a film contract in 1946. Her early film appearances were minor but by 1959 she had attained several leading roles and was being hailed by critics. In her relatively short career she won both a BAFTA award 1957 and a Golden Globe award 1959.

The coins reverse depicts a photographic image of Marilyn Monroe set against a background of film and stars, the design also includes The Perth Mints P mintmark and a representation of Marilyn’s signature. Each coin is minted to a proof bullion quality in .999 silver, the Perth Mint will release no more than 12,500 of these coins, each coin is housed in a classic presentation display case with a illustrated themed shipper and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.


Marilyn Monroe Coin Specifications

Mint: Perth Mint
Weight: 31.135 grams
Diameter: 40.6 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .999 Silver
Mintage: 12,500

Silver Proof Red Welsh Dragon

Silver Proof Red Welsh Dragon 2012

This is the first release in a new series of silver proof bullion coins that have been released by the Perth Mint Called the Dragons Of Legend, this first coin features the Red Welsh Dragon. The red dragon emblem was most likely introduced into Britain by the Romans, accounts suggest that when the legions departed, Welsh Britons under the red dragon fought the Saxon invaders. History tells us that Welsh born future king Henry VII flew a red dragon standard during the Wars of the Roses, and that it subsequently appeared in the Tudor Royal Arms. After centuries of powerful association the red dragon or Y Ddraig Goch became the official symbol of Wales in 1901 and since 1959 it has adorned the nations national flag. No more than 5,000 of these silver bullion coins will be minted by the Australian Perth Mint, each silver coin will be struck from .999 fine silver in proof quality. The coins reverse portrays a red coloured dragon amid dramatic mountain scenery, included on the reverse of the coin are the words RED WELSH DRAGON.These coins are housed in a black presentation case and illustrated shipper, each released coin will be accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Forthcoming future Releases will be the Chinese Dragon, St. George Dragon, Bulgarian Three Headed Dragon and the European Green Dragon.



Welsh Dragon Coin Specifications

Mint: Perth Mint
Weight: 31.135 grams
Diameter: 40.6 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .999 Silver
Mintage: 5,000

Discover Australia Series 2012 Released

Discover Australia Series 2012

The Discover Australia 2012 silver bullion coin series is the current release in the prestigious Discover Australia Coin Program, which depicts iconic aspects of Australian landscape, animals and culture. The series comprises of five 1oz silver bullion proof coins and struck by the Perth Mint. Each of the coins are housed in presentation packaging comprising a display case with a timber lid and a superbly illustrated box shipper, each coin set is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. No more than 7,500 of these silver bullion coin sets will be released by the Perth Mint. The five coins in the series are the green and gold bell frog, the red kangaroo, the kookaburra, the goanna lizard and the whale shark. Each of the coins bears the Ian Rank Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse side and a coloured image if depicting one of Australia's iconic  animals.



Discover Australia Coin Specifications

Mint: Perth Mint
Weight: 31.135 grams
Diameter: 40.6 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .999 Silver
Mintage: 7,500

2012 Silver Koala Released

2012 Silver Koala

The 2012 Silver Koala bullion coin has been released by the Australian Perth Mint, this is the fifth coin in the koala coin series to be released. There will be approximately 100,000 coins minted for the run of this popular series of silver bullion coins. The koala was first released in 2007 and is available in various sizes for the collector, this years koala design shows the koala clinging to a tree branch whilst asleep.

Each of the designs released is minted from .999 pure fine silver and is available in a variety of sizes from the ½oz, 1oz, 10oz and 1kilo. The coin denominations for each of the sizes are 50cents $1, $10 and $30 respectively, there are also gilded koala coins and proof versions minted for collectors.




Silver Koala Coin Specifications

Mint: Perth Mint
Weight: 31.135 grams
Diameter: 40.6 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .999 Silver

New Silver Bullion Cougar Coin

Silver Cougar Coin

This newly released third coin instalment of the widely popular Canadian Wildlife Series has been released by the Royal Canadian Mint (RMC). This third coin will portray the cougar as the centrepiece of this silver bullion coin. This will be the third coin in a six coin series, which will comprise of the timber-wolf, grizzly bear, cougar, moose, pronghorn antelope and finally the woodland bison. Just like the previous releases there will be approximately 1,000,000 of the bullion coins released for investors or collectors. The cougar design has been engraved by Canadian Mint engraver William Woodruff, this design portrays a Canadian cougar with its front paws grasped on a fallen tree limb baring its large teeth to the world. The obverse design of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is by Susanna Blunt.




Canadian Wildlife Series  Specifications

Mint: Canadian Mint
Weight: 31.1 grams
Diameter: 38 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .9999 Silver

The Wedged Tailed Eagle Silver Proof

Wedged Tailed Eagle Proof

The Perth Mint has released the second coin in the Endangered and Extinct Series, the Tasmanian Wedge Tailed Eagle. This is a huge bird that stands one meter tall and has a wingspan roughly twice its own height, separated for thousands of years from its mainland counterparts it now faces a number of threats including the loss of suitable habitat. As a result it is estimated that no more than 130 pairs are successfully breeding each year. This newly released silver bullion coin has been struck by The Perth Mint from 1oz of .999 fine silver and is a proof quality coin. No more than a total of 5,000 of these silver proof coins will be released by the mint for eager collectors, each coin will be housed in a wooden case and protected by an illustrated shipper, also accompanying each coin is a  numbered certificate of authenticity accompanies each coin sold.



Wedge Tailed Eagle  Specifications

Mint: Canadian Mint
Weight: 31.135 grams
Diameter: 40.6 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .999 Silver

2012 Silver Kookaburra Released

2012 Kookaburra

The eagerly anticipated and awaited release of the 2012 Silver Kookaburra from the Perth Mint is here, this 2012 silver bullion coin has the king of the Australian bush perched in a eucalypt tree. This is the 22 coin released in this very popular series which has been a hit with collectors and investors of silver bullion coins, this coin will no doubt be as popular as the earlier released coins in the series. Each silver bullion coin will be a full 1oz of .999 fine silver with a diameter of 40.6mm, each coin will have the P mintmark of the Perth Mint on it. The kookaburra is one of Australia's most recognised inhabitants, the kookaburra is a large tree dwelling kingfisher. Kookaburras are best known for their unmistakable call, which sounds uncannily like loud, echoing human laughter.



Kookaburra  Specifications

Mint: Perth Mint
Weight: 31.135 grams
Diameter: 40.6 mm
Edge: Reeded
Composition: .999 Silver

Release Of The Lunar Silver Dragon

Silver Lunar Dragon Proof

The Austrailian Perth Mint has released a new coin in the lunar series 2, the  silver lunar Dragon coin, struck from .999 pure silver in bullion and proof quality, the 2012 releases are available as individual 1oz and 1 kilo coins and a three-coin set comprising 2oz, 1oz and 1/2oz coins. The Lunar Dragon is the fifth in the Lunar series II silver coins, and as before the Lunar Dragon will sell out very quickly and for a higher than usual premium. There will be a limit of only 5000 silver proofs of the Dragon to be minted and 500 1kg sized coins, the popularity of this coin will make it very difficult to get hold of. The reverse of each coin will depict a traditional Chinese dragon a long scaled serpentine creature with four legs, with a pearl of wisdom. The Chinese character for dragon and the inscription Year of the Dragon will also appear in the design with The Perth Mints traditional P mintmark...

Weight...............31.1 grams
Diameter............36.6 mm
Purity.................999 silver
Year...................2011
Mintage..............5,000
Face Value..........$1