Mid February 2016
money
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Currency Changeover
See pages 4-5
50 Years of Decimalisation
See page 10
Free with the first 300
orders from your Mid
February 2016 catalogue!
The Round 50c – finished in real gold!
Arguably Australia’s most distinctive, most
famous coin type, the Round 50c looks
sensational finished in real gold. To be issued
for just 50 days by the Royal Australian Mint,
and outstanding value-for-money at an Official
Issue Price of just $20, this golden tribute to
the 50th anniversary of decimalisation is a
must-have for every Australian collection.
2016 ROUND 50c
GOLD-PLATED UNC
Official Issue Price
20
$
13624
NEW
RELEASE!
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Issued for just 50 days by
the Royal Australian Mint
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Struck from cupro-nickel, each
Unc 50c is finished in gold
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Australian legal tender –
spans 31.50mm in diameter
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Presented within an official
RAM credit card-style pack
Limited edition just 1,250!
Undoubtedly one of Australia’s hottest annual
issues, the Royal Australian Mint’s 2016 World
Money Fair Mint Set has triggered a predictably
powerful response from collectors. Presented
in a unique outer sleeve – a sleeve completely
different to that of the standard 2016 Mint
Set – you will have to act now to be among the
privileged few to own this sought after 6-coin set.
With the limited edition of 1,250 sets sold
out virtually instantaneously, and this official
Australian Show Product not available at the
Royal Australian Mint, this may be your last
opportunity to secure the 2016 World Money
Fair Mint Set. A sell-out is close at hand!
2016 WMF MINT SET
13584
LIMITED
EDITION!
Must-have Mint Set
Every coin a commemorative!
Capturing a unique slice of
Australia’s currency history,
the RAM’s 2016 Mint Set
comprises six superbly struck BU
coins – each carrying a unique
obverse portraying one of the
nation’s original predecimal coin
types! The first time that this
ever-popular annual issue has
featured six commemoratives,
this triumphant tribute to the 50th
anniversary of decimalisation
represents fantastic value-formoney at just $25.
Underpinned by the traditional
attributes of this long-running
series – supreme quality, great
value and impeccable presentation
– the RAM’s 2016 Proof Set has
one very special feature. Marking
50 years since decimalisation,
this unparalleled 6-coin Proof Set
includes six commemoratives,
each bearing an obverse design
depicting one of Australia’s
predecimal coins – Penny,
Threepence, Sixpence, Shilling,
Florin and Crown!
2016 MINT SET
Official Issue Price
2
4995
$
25
$
12999
2016 PROOF SET
Official Issue Price
100
$
13000
For more information or to order, call us on 1300 788 358
Mintage a mere 5,000 coins!
An utterly unique type, featuring a ‘WMF’ privymark,
this eye-catching Australian legal tender coin is one of
the most exciting Australian Show Products ever issued.
Apart from the obvious attraction of owning a Round 50c
finished in real gold, the fact that this is the first 50c
to feature a privymark or counterstamp has naturally
instigated fierce demand.
Strictly limited to a mintage of 5,000 coins – each struck
from cupro-nickel and each set in an official WMF pack
– we were able to secure only a tiny number of the 2016
Round 50c Gold-plated WMF Privymark Unc. With our
stock severely depleted due to the initial avalanche of
orders, you must act now.
2016 ROUND 50c GOLD-PLATED
'WMF' PRIVYMARK UNC
2995
$
13582
Sensational new pack!
Australia’s first 50c piece, and our nation’s only
issued precious metal decimal coin, the 1966
Silver Round 50c is a fundamental element of
every Australian collection.
Struck from 80% silver, the first 50c was
intended to be ‘the glamour coin’ of the decimal
changeover. Rising metal prices sealed its fate,
however, and with the intrinsic value soaring
above the face value, it vanished from circulation.
As the next 50c was neither silver nor round, the 1966
50c was destined to be a unique, one-year-only type.
Highlighted by fantastic new freestanding packaging,
and presented in Very Fine to Extremely Fine, the
1966 Silver 50c 50th Anniversary Pack forms a fine
memento of decimalisation.
1966 50c 50th ANNIVERSARY PACK
Official Issue Price
Order online safely and securely at www.downies.com
$
2995
13328
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Currency Crossroads – the 50th
The Ultimate Tribute
Comprising the last coins of the
predecimal era and the first coins
of the decimal period, the
Australian Currency Changeover
Premium Collection forms the
ultimate tribute to the 50th
anniversary of decimalisation.
Copper Crossroads!
Featuring Australia’s LAST halfpenny & penny dates, united with the nation’s FIRST 1c and 2c dates, this
unique presentation encompasses both sides of the nation’s predecimal-decimal divide.
Crucial for everyday transactions, low
denomination copper coins have long played
a special role in the hearts and minds of
Australians. From the time that the arrival
of the 1797 Cartwheel Penny provoked
the nation’s first official currency system,
Governor Philip Gidley King’s Proclamation
of 1800, copper coins have formed the
bedrock upon which Australian numismatics
has been built. From the issue of the first
halfpenny in 1911 to the withdrawal of the
last 1c in 1992, low denomination copper
coinage was a familiar sight to Australians of
all ages for more than eight decades of the
20th century. Historic, symbolic and always
popular with collectors, the 1964 Halfpenny
& Penny and the 1966 1c & 2c form a
crucial part of that heritage.
Featuring the last predecimal and first decimal
copper coins in Very Fine to Extremely
Fine, and beautifully presented within an
informative, illustrated pack, this exciting new
release is also extremely affordable. Fantastic
value-for-money at an Official Issue Price of
just $39.95, the Pence to Cents Premium Pack
represents a sensational way to celebrate the
50th anniversary of decimal currency.
Anniversary of Decimalisation
Beautifully presented, richly historic
and utterly comprehensive, this new
release unites the 1963 Sixpence,
1963 Shilling and 1963 Florin with
the 1964 Halfpenny, 1964 Penny
and 1964 Threepence. The final dates
of their respective denominations,
bearing the first coinage portrait of
Queen Elizabeth II by Mary Gillick,
these crucial coins are presented in
Very Fine to Uncirculated condition.
The most authentic commemoration
of this major milestone in Australia’s
currency history, the ‘last issue’
predecimal dates are presented with
the coins brought in to replace them
– the first coins of the decimal era.
Naturally among the most valued
coins of the decimal series, the 1966
issue comprised the 1c, 2c, 5c, 10c,
20c and famous Silver Round 50c
– Australia’s only issued decimal
coin struck from precious metal.
In pristine condition, the six 1966
coins are offered in strictly
Uncirculated quality.
The perfect environment for such
a valuable keepsake of the decimal
changeover, the twelve coins are
individually encapsulated and
housed within a high-quality
hardback portfolio. Solid, attractive
and informative, the impressive
portfolio will heighten every
collector’s enjoyment of this
outstanding 12-coin set.
AUSTRALIAN CURRENCY
CHANGEOVER PREMIUM
COLLECTION
Official Issue Price
PENCE TO CENTS
PREMIUM PACK
Official Issue Price
199
$
12740
$
3995
13334
Australia’s leading decima
1991-2000 50c
COMMEMORATIVE
COIN PACK UNC (6)
1966-1990 50c
$
COMMEMORATIVE
COIN PACK EF-UNC (6) SH032
149
Introduced at decimalisation, with the
launch of the controversial 1966 Silver
Round, the 50c denomination has gone
on to become Australia’s most important
commemorative coin. The perfect time
to reflect upon this popular series, as
we mark the 50th anniversary of the
6
decimal changeover, the chance to
secure EVERY different circulating
50c type is now within your reach.
As Australia’s largest decimal coin,
and one of the largest circulating coins
in the world at 31.50mm in diameter,
the 50c was the natural choice to
149
$
SH033
Every 50c type fro
celebrate the nation’s most significant
commemorative occasions. Issued in
honour of Captain James Cook, the
first decimal commemorative was
unveiled in 1970, and a broad array
of superbly designed 50c tributes has
been created by the Royal Australian
al commemorative series
BUY ALL 4
PACKS FOR
495
$
SAVE OVER
$100!
2001 50c
COMMEMORATIVE
COIN PACK UNC (10)
$
199
SH034
om 1966 to today!
Mint since that time. A whopping 28
different commemorative types in all!
Comprising some of the most admired
coins in numismatics – such as the 1977
Jubilee 50c, 1981 Charles & Diana 50c,
1988 Bicentennial 50c, 2000 Millennium
50c and 2014 AIATSIS 50c – the series is
2002-2014 50c
COMMEMORATIVE
COIN PACK UNC (7)
also highlighted by the extremely
low-mintage 9-coin 2001 Federation
50c Series. With the lowest mintage
being 2m and the highest a mere
3.04m, the 2001 Federation 50c coins
are difficult to find in change in any
condition, and impossible to secure
in Unc – unless you talk to Downies!
99
$
10956
Encompassing the 1966 Silver 50c
and the 28 different circulating 50c
commemorative types, this quartet
of colourful, informative, stylish sets
form a comprehensive appreciation
of Australia’s key decimal series.
Buy all four and save over $100!
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Every issued 20c commemorative!
The rare 2001 Federation Series
Superb Uncirculated quality
Underpinned by strictly Uncirculated quality, this comprehensive
collection offers you the chance to own Australia’s lowest
mintage circulating 20c coins!
The perfect partner to the collection at left, this set includes
every other 20c commemorative issued for circulation from
1966 to today – all in Uncirculated quality!
Issued for the centenary of Australian nationhood, the 2001 20c
Federation Series comprises nine unique types – one for each
of our nine States and Territories. Given that the annual average
20c mintage since 1966 is around 42m, the average States &
Territories 20c mintage of 2.09m is amazingly low.
Australia’s first 20c commemoratives honoured the UN (1995)
and Sir Donald Bradman (2001), with both types hoarded out
of circulation and rarely found in change. Following the 2001
Federation Series, the RAM released the Volunteers 20c in 2003
and the WWII 20c in 2005. After a break of some five years, the
ATO 20c was released in 2010, with the Royal Wedding 20c,
Volunteers 10th Anniversary 20c and Women’s Day 20c issued
in 2011. Seldom seen in circulation, the scarce Canberra 20c
was issued in 2013.
Released at random across Australia by the RBA, and hoarded
out of circulation at speed, the tiny mintages have ensured that
this series is all but impossible to piece together from change.
Even if you were extremely lucky, you would never find these
coins in Uncirculated quality – as here.
Rendering the traditional search through change a thing of the
past, all nine unique types are found in the 1966-2013 20c
Commemorative Pack – PLUS a bonus 1966-84 Platypus 20c!
Set in an informative pack, grab the chance to create the
complete Federation 20c Unc collection in one hit!
BUY
BOTH FOR
198
$
SAVE $60!
2001 20c
COMMEMORATIVE PACK
8
129
$
SH123
1966-2013 20c
COMMEMORATIVE PACK
For more information, email us at [email protected]
$
129
SH169
1984-2001 $1
COMMEMORATIVE
COLLECTION UNC (9)
2002-2011 $1
COMMEMORATIVE
COLLECTION UNC (9)
149
$
SH108
$
89
SH109
2014 $1 WWI
CENTENARY UNC
6
$ 95
SH271
The Complete $1 Series
Controversially, a $1 coin was not included in Australia’s new decimal currency when unveiled in 1966. In 1984,
however, the $1 coin made its belated debut, with the denomination ultimately forming one of Australia’s key
commemorative series. A fantastic opportunity, this is your chance to secure all nineteen issued $1 types in Unc!
Although all nineteen RAM 25mm Al-Br $1
types have been issued for circulation, it’s
tough to compile the 1984-2014 $1 series
from change – and impossible to do so in top
grade. With the one-year-only 1984 Roos $1
and the eighteen commemoratives offered in
Uncirculated condition, that search through
change is now rendered irrelevant!
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Includes original 1984 Roos $1 &
all EIGHTEEN $1 commemoratives
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Australian legal tender, every coin is
presented in Uncirculated condition
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Beautifully presented within
illustrated, informative packs
Order online 24/7 at www.downies.com
BUY ALL
THREE &
SAVE $50!
195
1984-2014 $1 COMMEMORATIVE $
COLLECTION UNC
13233
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Last Predecimal,
First Decimal!
Although much of the attention surrounding
the 50th anniversary of decimalisation will
naturally focus upon coins and banknotes,
one should not forget that the 14th of
February 1966 also forms a crucial landmark
in the history of Australian philatelics. The
ultimate tribute to the changeover to the
decimal system, this stunning collection
unites Australia LAST predecimal stamps
with the nation’s FIRST decimal stamps!
With Australia’s original currency system
winding down in 1965, there were just nine
stamps issued for the year. Headlined by
the Gallipoli 50th anniversary trio (5d, 8d
& 2/3), the 1965 series also featured the
International Telecommunications Centenary
5d, Churchill 5d, Monash Centenary 5d,
Hargrave 5d, International Co-operation
2/3 and Christmas 5d. All nine historic
types are included in this collection – all
in Mint Unhinged quality!
The perfect way to celebrate the decimal
changeover, these key predecimal types
are united with a vast array of stamp types
issued for the changeover to the decimal
system. As you would expect, the beginning
of a new postal system necessitated the
issue of a large number of types, with many
different stamp types unveiled in 1966.
This set features 27 different 1966 decimal
stamps, with every one presented in superb
Mint Unhinged quality!
With limited stock available, and this
comprehensive collection available at an
average price of just $5.53c per stamp,
we highly recommend immediate action.
1965 LAST PREDECIMAL
& 1966 FIRST DECIMAL
STAMP COLLECTION MUH
199
$
13469
Stunning silver crowns!
Featuring two crown-sized, 99.9% pure silver Proofs, graced
with Australia’s beloved 1c and 2c coin designs respectively,
this sensational set from the Perth Mint is an inspired tribute
to the 50th anniversary of decimalisation – and an exclusive
one! A dramatic underestimation of demand, the mintage has
been set at just 2,000!
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Features two 99.9% pure 1oz silver Proof coins
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Extremely low mintage just 2,000 – sell-out certain
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Australian legal tender, each coin spans 40.60mm
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Set in an official case with a numbered Certificate
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Includes original 1c and 2c coins – set in a pouch
2016 $1 50 YEARS OF DECIMALISATION
1oz SILVER PROOF PAIR
Official Issue Price
199
$
13103
Original 1c & 2c coins included
Last & First Perth Mint Copper – in Unc quality!
The perfect partner for the set
above, we have a small number
of sets featuring the Perth Mint’s
LAST predecimal coins and FIRST
decimal coins – all in strictly
Uncirculated quality!
Distinguished by the ‘Y.’
mintmark, the set comprises
the last Perth Mint penny and
halfpenny dates – issued in
1964. Struck in 1966, and
recognised by the ‘blunt first
Blunt first right claw
right claw’ mintmark, the Perth
Mint’s first 2c coin is also
included, united with its first 1c.
The ONLY 1c struck in Perth,
recognised by the ‘blunt second
whisker’ mintmark, this extremely
Blunt second whisker
scarce 1966 date is Australia’s
second lowest mintage issued 1c!
PERTH MINT
LAST PREDECIMAL
& FIRST DECIMAL
4-COIN SET
Order online safely and securely at www.downies.com
9995
$
13667
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Last chance! Only eight sets in stock!
What better way could there be to celebrate the 50th
anniversary of decimalisation than by securing Proof quality
examples of our very first decimal coins? The most desirable
issue in the Royal Australian Mint’s entire Proof Set Series, this
is your chance to own the 1966 Proof Set officially slabbed
and graded by PCGS – but you will have to act now!
Uniting Australia’s very first 1c, 2c, 5c, 10c and 20c dates
with the unique, controversial Silver Round 50c, the first
Australian decimal Proof Set is one of the most exclusive
issues of the 1966-2016 Proof Set Series. With the mintage
just 18,110 sets, this highly sought after 6-coin collection is
genuinely scarce. Officially graded by the USA’s Professional
Coin Grading Service (PCGS) at PR64 – at least – the 50-yearold coins are defined by precisely frosted designs and sharp
edges with some toning.
Signifying a key moment in the nation’s currency history, and
seldom available in Proof quality, our recent offering of these
slabbed 1966 Proof Sets created predictably powerful demand.
Indeed, we have very few sets remaining in stock. Don’t miss
your last chance!
1966 PROOF
SET SLABBED
$
1,295
12123
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