Mint Issue - August 2004 - Issue No. 58 - Royal Australian Mint

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8 Premium Gold Coin Series – Rare Birds 2004 Australian Rainforest Cassowary Beautiful yet dangerous, the Cassowary is one of our most fascinating bird species. With stunning plumage and an impressive physical presence, this warrior of the jungle can appear docile and approachable, sifting through far North Queensland jungle litter for food with a characteristic booming call. When aroused however, the mood of this placid bird can shift like lightning. In a frenzied attack, razor sharp claws and powerful legs are capable of inflicting life-threatening casualties, even to humans. As such, the Cassowary carries a fearsome reputation – a creature to be admired and respected. Sadly, due to the influence of humans and introduced species such as the feral pig and the dog, the Cassowary faces an uncertain future with fewer than 1 500 remaining in the wild. To honour this important creature and to draw awareness to its plight, the Royal Australian Mint is proud to introduce the 2004 gold proof Cassowary coin. Designed by Wojciech Pietranik and crafted from 99.99% pure gold, this piece captures the spirit of this flightless bird. Available in either a $200 half troy oz or a $150 one third troy oz version and presented in a fine Jarrah case, this coin is minted to impeccable standards befitting a product in our premium gold collection. The 2004 gold proof Cassowary coin will form part of a three-year, Gold Coin Series based on Australian Rare Birds. The other two coins in the series will feature the Malleefowl and the South-eastern Red-tailed Black Cockatoo respectively. Rendered with exquisite detail, these coins celebrate the diversity of Australian birdlife and serve as a reminder of the importance of conservation for threatened species. Astute collectors will note that a superbly crafted three-coin Jarrah display case with matched certificate numbers is also available at no extra cost for customers who commit to the three-year series before 31 October 2004. The case also houses an inscription plaque engraved with the matching certificate number of all three coins.* For customers wishing to commit to the three-year series please use the separate gold order form enclosed within this Mint Issue. *Conditions apply. Visit www.ramint.gov.au or phone 1300 652 020 for full details.
9 $200 Gold Three Coin Case* only available as special offer $200 Proof Case $150 Gold Three Coin Case* only available as special offer Price (inc GST): $650.00 800084 $150 Proof Case Price (inc GST): $450.00 800074 Nominal Specifications Denomination Metal Mass Diameter Finish Mintage Designer $150 24 ct Gold 1/3 troy oz 25.00 mm Proof 2500 Wojciech Pietranik $200 24 ct Gold 1/2 troy oz 30.00 mm Proof 2500 Wojciech Pietranik Note: within this mintage a limited quantity of coins will be released in the three coin display case. Coins not shown actual size
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Mint Issue - August 2004 - Issue No. 58 - Royal Australian Mint

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