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The past twelve months have been busy for the Mint, from the celebrations for the golden anniversary of Australian decimal currency to the excitement of the Rio 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games, it has been a great year. The pictures captured in the opening cover of this issue are just a snapshot of some of the highlights from 2016.

This December we are proud to bring you the Stuart Devlin exhibition The Designer

with the Midas Touch opening on 16 December 2016. This exhibition is brimming with pieces from Devlin’s private collection as well as behind-the-scenes rarities. For those who are able to visit the Mint I encourage you to take a look at this exhibition, showcasing the work of Devlin who amongst other acclaimed achievements is the designer of Australia’s circulating decimal coins.

We are farewelling 2016 in style with a range of exciting products that are sure to excite. The exquisite Northern Sky - Cygnus coin is available now featuring a stunning dome shape on page 4. The much loved Alphabet Collection is back with the 2017 coins featuring all 26 letters of the alphabet starting on page 8.

I hope you and your family have a safe and relaxing end of year period and a happy new year.

Ross MacDiarmid Chief Executive Officer Royal Australian Mint

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

Featured Products 4

Richard “Richie” Benaud 4

Northern Sky – Cygnus 6

Alphabet Collection – 2017 Personalised Baby Set 8

Alphabet Collection – 2017 Proof Baby Set 10

Alphabet Collection – 2017 Uncirculated Baby Sets 12

Alphabet Collection – Individual Fine Silver Coins 14

Alphabet Collection – Individual Frosted Uncirculated Coins 16

Products 18

Sydney New Year’s Eve 18

2017 Six Coin Year Set 19

400th Anniversary of Dirk Hartog’s Landfall 20

Australia at War – Final Release 21

Lunar Series – Year of the Rooster 22

Year of the Rooster – Tetra-decagon Series 23

Holden Heritage Collection 24

$2 Coin Sachets 25

Catalogue 26

Meet the Minties 32

From the Vault 33

What's On 34

The Designer with the Midas Touch 35

CONTENTS

1 The Ballot is drawn for the 2017 $25 Gold Proof Coin - Kangaroo at Sunset2 Thomas Fraser-Holmes and Melissa Breen share their Olympic journey at the Mint3 Patty Mills visits the Mint following the Rio 2016 Olympic Games

4 The Changeover Tour visits Townsville5 The 50th anniversary of decimal currency Open Day factory walk through 6 Launch of Inside the Vault: The history and art of Australian coinage in February

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THE VOICE OF CRICKET 1930 – 2015

R I C H I E B E N A U D

Debuting for Australia in 1952 Richard “Richie” Benaud OBE was one of cricket’s great all-rounders. Consistently effective leg spin bowling and explosive batting earned Benaud the Australian team captaincy from 1958. Retiring in 1964, Benaud had already taken steps to stay close to the game he loved, pursuing journalism and publishing his first book. For almost five decades after retiring Benaud continued bringing the game to life with live commentary.

This coin is a tribute to the voice of cricket, who was a beacon of integrity against the ups and downs of the game, his legacy sure to endure for many centuries more.

2017 50c Uncirculated Coin $10.00311024

Nominal Specifications

50c CuNi 15.55 g 31.51 mm uncirculated 95 929 B. King

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CYGNUS

N O R T H E R N S K Y

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With the beauty and grace of its avian namesake, Cygnus (Latin for ‘swan’) blesses the sky of the northern hemisphere. Nestled among the Milky Way and featuring the famous Northern Cross, it has been a fixture in mythology and astronomy for generations.

As the final release in the Northern Sky series, this coin features colour printing and a stunning dome shape to capture its wonder in one ounce of fine silver.

2016 $5 Coloured Fine Silver Proof Domed Coin $120.00210523

Nominal Specifications

$5 99.9% Ag 1 oz 39.62 mm proof 5000 B. King

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2017 PERSONALISED BABY SET

‘C’ is for Clare or ‘J’ is for James, this personalised coin set allows for the inclusion of a 2017 $1 Coloured Frosted Uncirculated Coin from the Alphabet Collection.

Featuring alphabet themed packaging, five standard circulating coin designs in proof finish and a delightful personalised coin, the 2017 Six Coin Personalised Baby Set will make a unique gift, a treasured keepsake or an heirloom for generations to come. Nominal Specifications

5c CuNi 2.83 g 19.41 mm proof unlimited S. Devlin10c CuNi 5.65 g 23.60 mm proof unlimited S. Devlin20c CuNi 11.30 g 28.52 mm proof unlimited S. Devlin50c CuNi 15.55 g 31.51 mm proof unlimited S. Devlin$1 AlBr 9.00 g 25.00 mm frosted uncirculated unlimited B. King$2 AlBr 6.60 g 20.50 mm proof unlimited H. Hahne

A L P H A B E T C O L L E C T I O N

Select your letter from the

2017 $1 Coloured Frosted Uncirculated coins.

2017 Six Coin $125.00Personalised Baby Set

To view the full range of 2017 $1 Coloured Frosted Uncirculated Coins to personalise your set, visit eshop.ramint.gov.au.

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2017 PROOF BABY SET

Welcome the new arrival with the enduring heirloom and precious gift.

From a baby’s adventurous aims in the morning to its zany, zippy zest at bedtime, these precious early memoires can be celebrated with the 2017 Six Coin Proof Baby Set.

Mark the birth year with a complete set of individually struck 2017 proof coins that feature the six traditional designs first used on our decimal coinage including the traditional coat of arms 50 cent coin.

This adorable year set is the perfect gift and will be treasured for years to come.

A L P H A B E T C O L L E C T I O N

2017 Six Coin Proof Baby Set $125.00210500

Nominal Specifications

5c CuNi 2.83 g 19.41 mm proof unlimited S. Devlin10c CuNi 5.65 g 23.60 mm proof unlimited S. Devlin20c CuNi 11.30 g 28.52 mm proof unlimited S. Devlin50c CuNi 15.55 g 31.51 mm proof unlimited S. Devlin$1 AlBr 9.00 g 25.00 mm proof unlimited S. Devlin$2 AlBr 6.60 g 20.50 mm proof unlimited H. Hahne

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2017 UNCIRCULATED BABY SET

Celebrating the safe arrival of a new baby is as easy as ABC, with the 2017 Six Coin Uncirculated Baby Set.

The set is packaged in an alphabet themed presentation folder, complete with an alphabet rhyme and a coloured token that includes the charming Australian animals featured in the Alphabet Collection.

Personalise the baby set with the important details of the baby’s birth, family tree and engrave a message on the coloured token.

Mark the special year of birth of your new loved one with these six 2017 Australian coins, theirs to treasure.

A L P H A B E T C O L L E C T I O N

2017 Six Coin Uncirculated Baby Set $45.00+ Coloured Token

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Nominal Specifications

5c CuNi 2.83 g 19.41 mm uncirculated unlimited S. Devlin10c CuNi 5.65 g 23.60 mm uncirculated unlimited S. Devlin20c CuNi 11.30 g 28.52 mm uncirculated unlimited S. Devlin50c CuNi 15.55 g 31.51 mm uncirculated unlimited S. Devlin$1 AlBr 9.00 g 25.00 mm uncirculated unlimited S. Devlin$2 AlBr 6.60 g 20.50 mm uncirculated unlimited H. HahneToken NBS 8.39 g 27.00 mm uncirculated unlimited B. King

E N G R A V E Y O U R M E S S A G E

O N T H E B A C K O F T H E T O K E N

T O P E R S O N A L I S E Y O U R G I F T

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NEW

INDIVIDUAL FINE SILVER COINS

Depicting some of Australia’s most beloved animals and inspired by our ABCs, these fine silver frosted uncirculated coins from the Alphabet Collection simply spell fun.

Spoil yourself with one of these exquisitely crafted and distinctively packaged coins!

Nominal Specifications

$1 Ag 99.9% 11.66 g 25.00 mm frosted uncirculated 5000 B. King

All 26 of the 2017 $1 Coloured Fine Silver Frosted Uncirculated Coins from the Alphabet Collection will be made to this specification.

A L P H A B E T C O L L E C T I O N

2017 $1 Coloured Fine Silver Frosted Uncirculated Coin $50.00 ea.

Personalise special occasions with the included themed gift card.

To view the full range of 2017 $1 Coloured Fine Silver Frosted Uncirculated Coins from the Alphabet Collection, visit eshop.ramint.gov.au.

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INDIVIDUAL FROSTED UNCIRCULATED COINS

Given an initial, spell a name or collect the whole set of 26 coins!

The playful 2017 $1 Coloured Frosted Uncirculated Coins from the Alphabet Collection provide a fun way to learn the alphabet while capturing the love of Australian animals. These adorable designs are a great way to spark an interest in collecting coins.

Nominal Specifications

$1 AlBr 9.00 g 25.00 mm frosted uncirculated unlimited B. King

All 26 of the 2017 $1 Coloured Silver Frosted Uncirculated Coins from the Alphabet Collection will be made to this specification.

A L P H A B E T C O L L E C T I O N

2017 $1 Coloured $15.00 ea.Frosted Uncirculated Coin

To view the full range of 2017 $1 Coloured Silver Frosted Uncirculated Coins from the Alphabet Collection, visit eshop.ramint.gov.au.

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E F F I G Y O F A N E R A

The first effigy of Her Majesty to appear on Australian coins was produced by Mary Gillick, her calm portrayal of Her Majesty in contrast to the prior styles of effigy in use won her support at the Mint. Since then four more effigies have featured on Australian circulating coinage.

The annual year sets are indispensable in every collection and the 2017 year set is no exception. Featuring beautiful packaging that showcases reproductions of the effigies featured on Australian decimal currency, the 2017 year set is not to be missed.

Six Coin Year Sets50c

S Y D N E Y N E W Y E A R ' S E V E

As the fourth release in the Sydney New Year’s Eve Coin Series, this stunning design is sure to be popular with collectors, New Year’s Eve revellers and tourists. Featuring light displays which extend across the Opera House and much of Sydney Harbour this coin will be a magnificent addition to any collection.

Coloured Fine Silver Frosted Uncirculated Coin

2017 $1 Coloured Fine Silver Frosted Uncirculated Coin $60.00511015

Nominal Specifications

$1 Ag 99.9% 1/2 oz 35.89 mm frosted uncirculated 5000 S. Stojanovic

2017 Six Coin Proof Year Set $100.00 210499

2017 Six Coin Uncirculated Year Set $25.00310929

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

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4 0 0 T H A N N I V E R S A R Y

Dirk Hartog and the crew of the Eendracht made history as the first European visitors to record their visit to Australian shores 400 years ago.

This coin is inspired by the inscribed pewter plate noting their arrival and is sure to resonate with history buffs and numismatists alike.

Dirk Hartog Landfall

2016 20c Frosted Uncirculated Coin $10.00311261

Nominal Specifications

20c CuNi 11.30 g 28.52 mm frosted uncirculated 20 000 B. King

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The Australia at War series concludes with the sixth and final release. The final instalment pays homage to the conflict in Afghanistan, the Vietnam War and the Gulf Wars.

A N Z A C C E N T E N A R Y C O I N P R O G R A M

Australia at War Sixth Release: Coins 16, 17 and 18

Nominal Specifications

50c CuNi 15.55 g 31.51 mm uncirculated 50 000 B. King50c CuNi 15.55 g 31.51 mm uncirculated 50 000 B. King50c CuNi 15.55 g 31.51 mm uncirculated 50 000 Royal Australian Mint

2016 50c Uncirculated Coin - Afghanistan $10.00310330

2016 50c Colour Printed Coin - Vietnam War $10.00310390

2016 50c Colour Printed Coin - Gulf Wars $10.00310393

If you have missed out on any of the coins in the Australia at War series, individual coins can still be purchased via the eShop.

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L U N A R S E R I E S

People born in the Lunar Year of the Rooster are said to be focused on their duties and attentive to fine details while being sensitive to their friends and family.

The latest instalment in the Lunar Series, the Year of the Rooster, is a beautiful representation of this zodiac sign.

Year of the Rooster

2017 $1 Uncirculated Coin $13.50310940

2017 $1 Fine Silver Proof Coin $55.00210480

2017 $10 Gold Proof Coin $300.00210488

2017 $1 Fine Silver Proof Coin – 1 oz $88.00210482

2017 $10 Fine Silver Proof Coin – 5 oz $320.00210484

2017 $30 Fine Silver Proof Coin – 1 kg $1695.00210486

For more products and full nominal specifications from the Lunar Series, visit eshop.ramint.gov.au. Prices subject to change dependent on the price of gold.

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T E T R A - D E C A G O N S E R I E S

At many Chinese celebrations, holidays and special events, monetary gifts are given to wish hope and prosperity to younger people. These offerings are traditionally given in red envelopes, a colour which symbolises good luck and wards off evil forces.

Featuring the unique tetra-decagon shape, this coin is packaged in a beautiful red card upholding the cherished Chinese New Year tradition.

Year of the Rooster

Nominal Specifications

50c CuNi 15.37 g 31.51 mm uncirculated 50 000 S. Stojanovic

2017 50c Tetra-decagon Uncirculated Coin $12.50310942

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H O L D E N H E R I T A G E C O L L E C T I O N

Commemorating 160 years of Holden in Australia, the Holden Heritage Collection evokes a sense of nostalgia. Reflecting on eleven well known models, each coin in the series tells part of the iconic Holden story.

Drive Down Memory Lane

Individual Coins $15.00 See order form for product numbers.

The Holden Heritage Collection in its entirety has sold out.

50c CuNi 31.51 mm 15.55 g uncirculated 30 000 D. Neale

C I R C U L A T I N G C O I N S W A P

To celebrate 50 years of decimal currency the Mint is offering customers the opportunity to get the final commemorative circulating coin in the collection – $2.

Customers can also still purchase a pack of the $1 coin sachet. Limit 1 pack of each denomination, per order.

$2 Coin Sachets

2016 50th Anniversary of Decimal Currency Circulating Coins – $2 $10.00510934

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The Western Front – Pozières2016 50c Uncirculated Coin $10.00 310973

The Western Front – Fromelles 2016 50c Uncirculated Coin $10.00 310975

Mob of Boxing Kangaroos Bundle – 3 sports2016 $1 Coloured Uncirculated Coins $33.00 710126

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

$1 AlBr 25.00 mm 9.00 g uncirculated unlimited Royal Australian Mint

50c CuNi 15.55 g 31.51 mm uncirculated 15 000 E. Llewellen

50c CuNi 15.55 g 31.51 mm uncirculated 15 000 E. Llewellen

50th Anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan 2016 $5 Uncirculated Coin $25.00 311249

$5 AlZnBr 20.00 g 38.74 mm uncirculated 15 000 T. Dean

Convict Love Tokens 2016 $1 Copper Uncirculated Three Coin Set $65.00 310935

$1 Cu 14.30 g 33.04 mm uncirculated 30 000 Royal Australian Mint

Visit eshop.ramint.gov.au to purchase the individual coins.

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$1 Lolly Tin $6.00 711056

24 Carat Gold $50 Note in Acrylic $175.00 711005

Christmas Pudding Coin Pack $30.00 9915108

24 Carat Gold $100 Note in Acrylic $200.00 9910842

Two-up Boxed Set $25.00 9999550

Pen – Royal Australian Mint $8.00 9910863

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Inspired by the art of

coins

jewellery.ramint.gov.au

Royal Australian Mint Fine Jewellery CollectionYellow Gold Plated Grid Cuff – Natural World Collection $359.009910962

For full product range, visit jewellery.ramint.gov.au.

20% OFF: $287.20

Royal Australian Mint Fine Jewellery CollectionYellow Gold Plated Pendant – Eternity Collection $169.009910916

For full product range, visit jewellery.ramint.gov.au.

20% OFF: $135.20

Royal Australian Mint Fine Jewellery CollectionLarge Bee Charm Bracelet – Natural World Collection $219.009910963

For full product range, visit jewellery.ramint.gov.au.

20% OFF: $175.20

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MEET THE MINTIESA D O N I S C O X P R O D U C T A N D P R O J E C T D E V E L O P M E N T M A N A G E R

The role of Product Development at the Mint is a challenging and varied one. Adonis who has been working as part of the Product Development team for ten years loves that every day is different.

Product Development is responsible for “creating all of the commemorative and numismatic products” at the Mint. As well as this the Product Development team “think of the theme, the product format, the way [the product] will look and feel and ensure that the original vision [of a product] is what is executed at the end of the day”. Adonis, pictured below with team member Matthew Frawley, can’t imagine working in any other department at the Mint and is proud of the work that she and her team produce.

For Adonis one of the projects that she felt really resonated with her was the 50 Years of Play School – Three Coin Set because as a mother she could visualise herself purchasing this product for her children as she was developing it.

Adonis and the Product Development team have some exciting products in store for 2017 and they can’t wait to share them with you!

FROM THE VAULTT H E R O Y A L L A D I E S

Designed by Stuart Devlin, The Royal Ladies collection was produced in 1992 to commemorate the 40th Anniversary of the reign of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Royalties from the sales of the coins sets went towards supporting the Commonwealth Games Federation.

The Royal Ladies represented in the coin set include Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Her Royal Highness the Queen Mother, Her Royal Highness the Princess of Wales, Her Royal Highness the Princess Margaret, and Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal.

Devlin had two sittings with each lady, taking photographs and sketches which assisted him in creating the final drawings. After

the drawings were approved, plaster models were sculpted which were four or five times the size of the end product. Devlin approached the coining process with a meticulous attention to detail. Devlin described The Royal Ladies as “the most exciting coin design commission this century”.

To see The Royal Ladies collection and other rarities from Devlin’s career don’t miss the Mint’s exhibition The Designer with the Midas Touch. Honouring five decades of Devlin’s masterly work, this exhibition will be a must see.

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

All aboard the Mint's New Year celebrations!

Expected to be one of the Mint’s biggest New Year celebrations yet, collectors will have the opportunity to say goodbye to 2016 and welcome 2017 with the hotly-anticipated first and last coin of the year traditions.

Farewell 2016 and the 50th anniversary of decimal currency where it all began – at the Mint! At 3.45 pm on Saturday 31 December 2016 we will be drawing the name of a lucky entrant to have the exclusive chance to strike the final coin of the year. The rules are the same each year; you have to be in it to win it! Last tickets will be given out at 3.40 pm, directly followed by the draw. Only the people present at this time will be given this opportunity. The winner will not only receive the highly sought-after final coin of the year, but it will be accompanied by a certificate authenticating their piece. Please note the winner of the raffle will be required to purchase the coin for $3.00.

With 2017 almost upon us, the excitement has begun for the unveiling of the Gallery Press design to be featured throughout the year. Be one of the first 100 to uncover the theme and strike a coin in the New Year. Make sure you are here at 10 am on Sunday 1 January 2017 when we open our doors for the first time in the New Year. Coffee will be available for purchase for those waiting in the queue from 8.00 am.

For all those visiting, we will have an extra number of Public Tours scheduled. Please keep in mind that the factory will not be in production from Christmas Day and will reopen on Tuesday 3 January 2017. Visitors can still peer down into the factory space and enjoy our interactive touchscreens which can take you behind the scenes and teach you all about the process of making coins!

31 December 2016 - Last coin of the year Ticketing closes: 3.40 pm Draw: 3.45 pm Free Public Tours: 10.00 am, 11.00 am, 1.00 pm, 2.00 pm

1 January 2017 - First coin of the year Doors open: 10.00 am Free Public Tours: 11.00 am, 12.00 pm, 1.00 pm, 2.00 pm

THE DESIGNER WITH THE MIDAS TOUCHStuart Devlin AO is widely regarded as Australia’s pre-eminent gold and silversmith of our time – the designer with the Midas touch. His glittering career began as the designer of our nation’s original decimal coins. Now the Mint proudly presents The Designer with the Midas Touch, an exhibition honouring five decades of Devlin’s masterly work. From the distinctive coins that made his name, to his acclaimed international work, including designing and creating precious objects as Goldsmith and Jeweller to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Brimming with unparalleled pieces from Devlin’s private collection and behind-the-scenes rarities, this is a must-see exhibition for anyone who appreciates fine art, design or numismatics.

Exhibition from 16 December 2016Royal Australian Mint, CanberraFree Admission. Guided tours – $10 per person. Please check our website closer to the exhibition for more details.

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NB: Coins shown in this catalogue are not actual size unless stated. Coin images in this catalogue are a rendered representation of the actual coins. All prices are inclusive of GST. For full nominal coin specifications please visit our website. All products are subject to availability. All products will be available from Monday 7 December 2016 at the Coin Shop and eShop unless otherwise stated. All information is correct as of time of printing.

Abbreviations: Unc – Uncirculated | Frunc – Frosted Uncirculated | Circ – Circulated | SGP – Selectively Gold Plated | BU – Brilliant Uncirculated © Commonwealth of Australia 2016