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2014 NIUE (New Zealand Mint) 1 oz Silver Proof Black Rhinocerous  (Mintage 2000) from SilverTowne.
 
Pretty stoked myself to receive  after having come across an  unboxing video, the link to which I am unable to post today for some reason.( Just type into GOOGLE: black rhinocerous unboxing, and it should be the first thing that pops up (video by Angel SilverFourtySeven fast-forward to ~03:15). It actually comes in a very cool "crate" as a box, with magnets attaching the lid 
 
 
 
Cheers,
Luker

Last week received a couple of the 5oz silver proof ultra-high relief/piedfort American Bald Eagle (mintage 1500) from Talisman Coins...

"This noble bald eagle is struck in ultra high, medallic relief, with a frosted cameo proof finish, and is a piedfort (extra-thick coin), measuring a substantial 12.50 (1/2 inch!!!) mm thick!"

Pictured also is a 1 oz silver proof Chinggis Khaan (Mintage 1000).

Cheers, Luker


 

2015 year of the sheep 1oz proof, that's another collection started anyone got the 2014 year ot the horse proof for sale
 

2015 year of the sheep 1oz proof, that's another collection started anyone got the 2014 year ot the horse proof for sale
 

My first 2 10oz coins. Bigger than I was expecting and they are real beauts!
 
 

2015 Royal Mint Lunar year of the sheep 1oz proof

2015 Royal Mint Lunar year of the sheep 1oz proof

2015 Royal Mint Lunar year of the sheep 1oz proof

2015 Royal Mint Lunar year of the sheep 1oz proof

2015 Royal Mint Lunar year of the sheep 1oz proof

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Today i recieved...
 
1 x Graham Crocodile
 
5 x 2nd £20 coin.

Will do I gave the guy special packing instructions and paid an extra couple of quid to get them sent in a box not a padded envelope lol, 

4 x Sydney 2000 silver proofs, stunning coins i have wanted for some time, will make a youtube vid when i receive them:)

a 2012 HR kookaburra

After some very tough negotiations I've just bought, Lunar series one proof 2000 Dragon 3 coin set.

It was indeed Danny.

Nice MB.

I did wonder if that was you that bought it.

Here are Perth Mint's definition of Proofs Bu's and Specimen coins,I've added a few coins to hopefully clarify things,the proofs are all on the left of the photos
 
 
Proof Coin
The very highest quality collectable coin produced by The Perth Mint.  Featuring a proof finish comprising a highly-polished table with frosted and/or coloured design elements.
Bullion Coin
A mass produced coin primarily aimed at precious metal investors. Finished with shiny design elements on a frosted table.

Specimen Coin
A collectable coin akin to a bullion coin with a frosted table, but also featuring one or more special numismatic treatments, including colour, gilding, antiquing, or the insertion of gems.
 
2oz lunar 2  snake  proof and BU
 

 
Same coins showing obverse
 

 
1oz Lunar 2 mouse proof and Bu
 

 
Same coins showing obverse
 

 
1/2 oz lunar 1 rabbit proof and Bu
 

 
Same coins showing obverse
 

 
RAM's interpretations of proof and Bu,s also known as UNC/uncirculated.
 
Proof
A carefully struck coin using special dies with either a mirror‑like or matt finish. These coins are especially struck and the term is not used to describe a well‑preserved circulating coin. Proof is a method of manufacture, not a condition or grade.
  Uncirculated (UNC)
Uncirculated coins are manufactured in much the same way as circulated coins except for the following:
More attention and time is given to the preparation of the die surface finish, The coins are struck with greater pressure than the circulating coins to improve the sharpness of the design. More care and attention is applied at each step in the coining process to minimise damage, consequently a much lower production rate of about 30,000 coins per press per day is achieved. Uncirculated coins are packaged individually into plastic sleeves, presentation folders or occasionally presentation cases.  
1oz 2000 proof and Bu from RAM
 

 
Same coins obverse
 

 
I hope this helps clarify things.

20oz of Perth's finest
 

 

 
I unwrapped the kook first and was disappointed with the size! The horse felt bigger though which made up for it
 
The detail is incredible on these, there are contours that you just don't see on smaller coins. Great coins but not sure if I can handle that kind of wait again, pretty much 2 weeks since I ordered. I will probably go with STG again next time.
 
This brings me over 50oz, next stop 2kg

2012 1 Kilo Dragon Proof, sold out mintage 500
 

 
 

2012 1 Kilo Dragon Proof, sold out mintage 500
 

 
 

2012 1 Kilo Dragon Proof, sold out mintage 500
 

 
 

2012 1 Kilo Dragon Proof, sold out mintage 500
 

 
 

The Perth mint coins are just sooooooo good. I love them best coins out at the moment IMHO.