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Javed Maan, Wali Bhai & Fahad Athar
Akhtar ul Islam & Dr. Akhtar
Nafees Ansari (Middle)
Qatar 5 & 10 Dirhams 2012 - Magnetic types
India 5 Rupees 2012 - 60 years of Calcutta IG Mint
"Shawnee Chief Tecumseh (1768-1813)"
Two versions are available, normal and with leaf colored
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Czech Republic 20 Koruna 2012 - New material
New golden colour alloy is used. The coin still has a magnetic core, but the cover alloy is different now, so that it's conservation will be better over the years.
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Isle of Man 50 Pence 2012
Christmas
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: Nordic gold, CuAl5Zn5Sn1
Weight: 8.15 g
Diameter: 27.00 mm
Mintage: 800 000
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Turkey Mint 1 Lira 2012 Fauna Bimetallic Issues
Russia 10 Roubles 2012
Uganda 1000 Shillings 2012 Circulating Bimetallic
"50th Anniversary of Uganda Independence"
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Argentina 2 Pesos 2012 Bimetallic Circulating Commemorative
Zambia 2012 New Coin Family
Poland 2 Zlotys 2012 Circulating Commemorative
"Polish Ships: 'Dragon' light cruiser"
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: Nordic Gold, CuAl5Zn5Sn1
Weight: 8.15 g
Diameter: 27.00 mm
Mintage: 0.8 m
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Mexico 10 Pesos 2012 Bimetallic Circulating Commemorative
"150th Anniversary of the Battle of Puebla"
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Portugal 2.5 Euros 2012 Commemorative
"75th Anniversary of NRP Sagres School ship"
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Kyrgyzstan 5 Som 2012 CuNi Commemorative
Musical Instruments
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Russia 10 Roubles 2012 Circulating Commemorative
Kazakhstan 50 Tenge 2012 Commemorative
"Animals: Praying Mantis"
SPECIFICATIONS
Weight: 11.37 g
Diameter: 31.00 mm
Thickness: 2.00 mm
Edge: grooved with 10 sectors of corrugation
Mintage: 50 000
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Russia 10 Roubles 2012 Circulating Commemorative
"Cities of Military Glory: Tuapse"
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Russia 2 Roubles 2012 Circulating Commemoratives
Honorable Qayyum Sb, Usman, Nadeem, Hafeez, Asim, Zafar Sb
Saeed, Arshad, Tariq
Android app for collectors of Canadian coins
A very interesting Android app for collectors of Canadian coins has been developed by our friends from www.allnumis.com:
You can manage your personal collection, your trade list and your wish list:
You can view the details of almost 700 coins starting from the XIX century till present (mint, mintage, material, weight, diameter, catalog prices, images and so on):
You can access the Market Price extra option which lets you see the real value of a coin (based on sold items):
You can download the app from: http://www.amazon.com/product/dp/B00D94MYN0/
Other countries to follow. Until now, we have apps for Canada, Denmark, Romania and Hungary
A very interesting Android app for collectors of Canadian coins has been developed by our friends from www.allnumis.com:
You can manage your personal collection, your trade list and your wish list:
You can view the details of almost 700 coins starting from the XIX century till present (mint, mintage, material, weight, diameter, catalog prices, images and so on):
You can access the Market Price extra option which lets you see the real value of a coin (based on sold items):
You can download the app from: http://www.amazon.com/product/dp/B00D94MYN0/
Other countries to follow. Until now, we have apps for Canada, Denmark, Romania and Hungary
-----------------------------------------------------Chile 5 Pesos 2012 - Spanish Mint
Guatemala 50 Centavos 2012 - Thinner and magnetic type
The 2012 coin of 50 centavos has a magnetic core, is much thinner than 2007 type, and has different lettering and coat of arms:
The 2012 coin of 50 centavos has a magnetic core, is much thinner than 2007 type, and has different lettering and coat of arms:
Seychelles 1 Cent 2012 - Magnetic
New circulating type:
While previous items (KM46.2) were made of brass, this 2012 issue is magnetic, brass plated steel. It has been struck by the South African Mint
New circulating type:
While previous items (KM46.2) were made of brass, this 2012 issue is magnetic, brass plated steel. It has been struck by the South African Mint
While previous items (KM46.2) were made of brass, this 2012 issue is magnetic, brass plated steel. It has been struck by the South African Mint
Nepal 50 Rupees 2012 Year of Co-operatives - Die varieties
Two different die varieties have been reported for this type:
"International Year of Co-operatives"
Two different die varieties have been reported for this type:
"International Year of Co-operatives"
"International Year of Co-operatives"
Nepal 50 Rupees 2012 - Diamond Jubilee of Nepal Scouts
New CuNi commemorative: 'Diamond Jubilee of Nepal Scouts'
The coin shows Baden Powell peak, named after founder of Scouts movement, Robert Baden-Powell.
This peak is on the border with China about a hundred miles west of Mount Everest. As part of the Scouting 2007 Centenary, the Government of Nepal renamed Urkema Peak to Baden-Powell Scout Peak, to commemorate 100 years of Scouting in honor of British soldier Robert Baden-Powell, founder of the World Scouting movement.
New CuNi commemorative: 'Diamond Jubilee of Nepal Scouts'
The coin shows Baden Powell peak, named after founder of Scouts movement, Robert Baden-Powell.
This peak is on the border with China about a hundred miles west of Mount Everest. As part of the Scouting 2007 Centenary, the Government of Nepal renamed Urkema Peak to Baden-Powell Scout Peak, to commemorate 100 years of Scouting in honor of British soldier Robert Baden-Powell, founder of the World Scouting movement.
This peak is on the border with China about a hundred miles west of Mount Everest. As part of the Scouting 2007 Centenary, the Government of Nepal renamed Urkema Peak to Baden-Powell Scout Peak, to commemorate 100 years of Scouting in honor of British soldier Robert Baden-Powell, founder of the World Scouting movement.
Morocco 25 Dirhams 2012 - Moroccoan Mint
Thailand 20 Baht 2012 - Department of Highways
New CuNi commemorative: '100th Anniversary of the Department of Highways'
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: CuNi
Diameter: 32.00 mm
Weight: 15.00 g
Mintage: 300 000
New CuNi commemorative: '100th Anniversary of the Department of Highways'
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: CuNi
Diameter: 32.00 mm
Weight: 15.00 g
Mintage: 300 000
Composition: CuNi
Diameter: 32.00 mm
Weight: 15.00 g
Mintage: 300 000
Angola 2012 - Unknown copper-colour set
This is a different set from Angola 2012. It is not known whether they are real circulating ones, trials, or just fakes. Even could be a normal set that someone has electroplated with copper:
This is a different set from Angola 2012. It is not known whether they are real circulating ones, trials, or just fakes. Even could be a normal set that someone has electroplated with copper:
Costa Rica 10 Colones 2012 - New Variety
The aluminium 10 colones from 2012 has many differences with previous type from 2008 as seen in this picture:
Numeral "10" is smaller, as well as "COLONES" and year "2012". Legend "REPUBLICA DE COSTA RICA" has different typography. Finally, the coat of arms is quite different, too.
The aluminium 10 colones from 2012 has many differences with previous type from 2008 as seen in this picture:
Numeral "10" is smaller, as well as "COLONES" and year "2012". Legend "REPUBLICA DE COSTA RICA" has different typography. Finally, the coat of arms is quite different, too.
Morocco 100 Dirhams 2012 - Unesco Heritage Sites in Rabat
Morocco 100 Dirhams 2012 - Unesco Heritage Sites in Rabat
New bimetallic commemoratives:
1st coin: Hassan Tower & Mausoleum of Mohammed V
2nd coin: Chellah Door
3rd coin: Kasbah of the Udayas
SPECIFICATIONS
Center composition: Copper-Nickel
Ring composition: Brass-Nickel
Weight: 12.00 g
Diameter: 28.40 mm
New bimetallic commemoratives:
1st coin: Hassan Tower & Mausoleum of Mohammed V
2nd coin: Chellah Door
3rd coin: Kasbah of the Udayas
SPECIFICATIONS
Center composition: Copper-Nickel
Ring composition: Brass-Nickel
Weight: 12.00 g
Diameter: 28.40 mm
Center composition: Copper-Nickel
Ring composition: Brass-Nickel
Weight: 12.00 g
Diameter: 28.40 mm
Kuwait 2011 & 2012 - Plated Steel Family
Albania 20 Leke 2012 - Magnetic
Nepal 50 Rupees 2012 - National Numismatic Museum
New CuNi commemorative: "50 years of the National Numismatic Museum"
New CuNi commemorative: "50 years of the National Numismatic Museum"
India 5 Rupees 2012 - Kolkata Mint
New circulating commemorative: "60th anniversary of the Kolkata Mint"
New circulating commemorative: "60th anniversary of the Kolkata Mint"
Gibraltar 2012 - New circulation types
Now with the legend "QUEEN OF GIBRALTAR":
Qatar 5 & 10 Dirhams 2012 - Magnetic types
Now with the legend "QUEEN OF GIBRALTAR":
New circulating types. 5 & 10 dirhams 2012 copper clad steel (magnetic):
New circulating types. 5 & 10 dirhams 2012 copper clad steel (magnetic):
India 5 Rupees 2012 - Motilal Nehru
New circulating commemorative: "150th anniversary of the birth of Motilal Nehru"
New circulating commemorative: "150th anniversary of the birth of Motilal Nehru"
Lebanon 500 Livres 2012 - Latent image
New circulating type:
Closer image of the latent image (cedar trees):
New circulating type:
Closer image of the latent image (cedar trees):
India 5 Rupees 2012 - Mata Vaishno Devi
New circulating commemorative: "Silver Jubilee of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board"
New circulating commemorative: "Silver Jubilee of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board"
India 5 Rupees 2012 - 60 years of Calcutta IG Mint
New circulating commemorative: "60 years of Calcutta IG Mint"
India 10 Rupees 2012 - Mata Vaishno Devi
New circulating commemorative: "60 years of Calcutta IG Mint"
India 10 Rupees 2012 - Mata Vaishno Devi
New bimetallic commemorative: "Silver Jubilee of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board"
New bimetallic commemorative: "Silver Jubilee of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board"
Angola 2012 - Real Images
Real images of the new circulating coins:
Real images of the new circulating coins:
Djibouti 250 Francs 2012
New circulating bimetallic:
New circulating bimetallic:
West African States 50 Francs 2012 - Magnetic type
Previous years were made of CuNi (KM#6), but now the 2012 item is reported to be magnetic, so probably it is CuNi clad Steel. It's weight is 4.82 grams instead of the previous 5.00. Besides, the 100 francs is said to be "more magnetic" than before, so probably it is Nickel clad Steel now. It weights 6.70 grams, while the nickel type was 7.00. The other small golden denominations haven't changed.
Previous years were made of CuNi (KM#6), but now the 2012 item is reported to be magnetic, so probably it is CuNi clad Steel. It's weight is 4.82 grams instead of the previous 5.00. Besides, the 100 francs is said to be "more magnetic" than before, so probably it is Nickel clad Steel now. It weights 6.70 grams, while the nickel type was 7.00. The other small golden denominations haven't changed.
Kuwait 100 Fils 2012 - Magnetic type
While previous years are CuNi (KM#14), this 2012 item is reported to have magnetic core, so probably it is CuNi clad Steel:
While previous years are CuNi (KM#14), this 2012 item is reported to have magnetic core, so probably it is CuNi clad Steel:
Maldives 1 Laari 2012 - New variety
The 2012 type is almost like previous years (KM#68), but it has an important difference:
1) The central circle on the reverse has been moved slightly upwards (reported by Vincent).
The 2012 type is almost like previous years (KM#68), but it has an important difference:
1) The central circle on the reverse has been moved slightly upwards (reported by Vincent).
Thailand 50 Baht 2012 - 60 years 5th Cycle Birthday Crown Prince
New circulating type: "60 years 5th Cycle Birthday Crown Prince"
New circulating type: "60 years 5th Cycle Birthday Crown Prince"
Thailand 20 Baht 2012 - 150th Anniversary H.R.H. Prince Damrong Rajanupab
New circulating type: "150th Anniversary H.R.H. Prince Damrong Rajanupab"
New circulating type: "150th Anniversary H.R.H. Prince Damrong Rajanupab"
Thailand 20 Baht 2012 - Three more CuNi types
New CuNi commemoratives:
"150th Birthday Queen Grandmother Sri Savarindira"
"80th Birthday of HM Queen Sirikit"
"80th Anniversary of the Office of the Prime Minister"
New CuNi commemoratives:
"150th Birthday Queen Grandmother Sri Savarindira"
"80th Birthday of HM Queen Sirikit"
"80th Anniversary of the Office of the Prime Minister"
Somaliland 10 Shillings 2012 - Bimetallic Chinese Zodiac
New commemorative bimetallics: "2012 Shengxiao 10 shillings bimetallics"
Obviously they are not circulation issues, but are they official? will be listed by Krause as they did with the 2006 set?
The common sides:
New commemorative bimetallics: "2012 Shengxiao 10 shillings bimetallics"
Obviously they are not circulation issues, but are they official? will be listed by Krause as they did with the 2006 set?
The common sides:
Biafra 25 Pounds 2012 - 45th Anniversary of the Bank of Biafra
New fantasy bimetallic: "45th Anniversary of the Bank of Biafra"
New fantasy bimetallic: "45th Anniversary of the Bank of Biafra"
East Caribbean States 1 Dollar 2012 - New composition
New circulating type:
The 2012 type is nickel clad steel, not Copper-Nickel as previous years (KM#39):
New circulating type:
The 2012 type is nickel clad steel, not Copper-Nickel as previous years (KM#39):
South Africa 10 Cents 2012 - New composition
As well as eliminating the 5 cents from the 2012 coinage, the SA Mint introduced a composition change in the 10 cents type. Previously was bronze plated steel (yellow). Now it is copper plated steel (red):
As well as eliminating the 5 cents from the 2012 coinage, the SA Mint introduced a composition change in the 10 cents type. Previously was bronze plated steel (yellow). Now it is copper plated steel (red):
Iran 1000 Rials 2012 (SH1391) - Hazrat Ahmad ibn Moussa Shrine
New commemorative: "Shrine of Hazrat Ahmad ibn Moussa"
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: CuNiZn
Diameter: 23.60 mm
Weight: 4.60 g
Mintage: 17 million pieces
New commemorative: "Shrine of Hazrat Ahmad ibn Moussa"
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: CuNiZn
Diameter: 23.60 mm
Weight: 4.60 g
Mintage: 17 million pieces
Composition: CuNiZn
Diameter: 23.60 mm
Weight: 4.60 g
Mintage: 17 million pieces
Mexico 100 Pesos 2012 - Numismatic Heritage
Six new bimetallic commemoratives:
"Numismatic Heritage part 2"
The next 6 coins are ready, from the 24 pieces collection:
-Moneda virreinal, 8 reales, 1804, resellos de Filipinas y chops
-Moneda virreinal, 8 reales, 1608, inicial F, tipo macuquino
-Moneda provisional realista, 8 reales, 1811, L.V.O., primer tipo
-Moneda del Segundo Imperio, 1 peso, 1866
-Moneda republicana, 8 escudos, 1828, tipo de manita
-Moneda de los Estados Unidos Mexicanos, 5 pesos, 1950, Inauguración del Ferrocarril del Sureste
The common side:
SPECIFICATIONS
Center composition: 0.925 silver
Ring composition: CuAlNi
Weight: 34.00 g
Diameter: 39.00 mm
Mintage: 30,000
Six new bimetallic commemoratives:
"Numismatic Heritage part 2"
The next 6 coins are ready, from the 24 pieces collection:
-Moneda virreinal, 8 reales, 1804, resellos de Filipinas y chops
-Moneda virreinal, 8 reales, 1608, inicial F, tipo macuquino
-Moneda provisional realista, 8 reales, 1811, L.V.O., primer tipo
-Moneda del Segundo Imperio, 1 peso, 1866
-Moneda republicana, 8 escudos, 1828, tipo de manita
-Moneda de los Estados Unidos Mexicanos, 5 pesos, 1950, Inauguración del Ferrocarril del Sureste
The common side:
SPECIFICATIONS
Center composition: 0.925 silver
Ring composition: CuAlNi
Weight: 34.00 g
Diameter: 39.00 mm
Mintage: 30,000
Center composition: 0.925 silver
Ring composition: CuAlNi
Weight: 34.00 g
Diameter: 39.00 mm
Mintage: 30,000
Alderney 5 Pounds 2012 - Remembrance & Titanic
New commemorative types: "Remembrance Day & Titanic"
New commemorative types: "Remembrance Day & Titanic"
Gibraltar 5 & 50 Pence 2012 - New types
New circulating types:
Few new minor design adjustments: the date has been moved from around the edge to under the portrait, and the legend changed to "Queen of Gibraltar".
The portrait with the date below was previously used on the 2011 and 2012 Christmas 50 pence.
So far only the 5p and 50p are confirmed. Also, the 5 pence 2012 is still CuNi (not magnetic)
New circulating types:
Few new minor design adjustments: the date has been moved from around the edge to under the portrait, and the legend changed to "Queen of Gibraltar".
The portrait with the date below was previously used on the 2011 and 2012 Christmas 50 pence.
So far only the 5p and 50p are confirmed. Also, the 5 pence 2012 is still CuNi (not magnetic)
Thailand 10 Baht 2012 - Ministry of Transport
New circulating bimetallic: "100th Anniversary of Ministry of Transport"
New circulating bimetallic: "100th Anniversary of Ministry of Transport"
Luxembourg 2 Euros 2012 - Royal Wedding
New bimetallic circulating commemorative:
The coin was released on December 13th 2012 in Luxembourg and was sold out immediately.
SPECIFICATIONS
External ring: CuNi
Center disc: 3 layers, Ni-Brass, Ni, Ni-brass
Diameter: 25.75 mm
Width: 2.20 mm
Weight: 8.50 g
New bimetallic circulating commemorative:
The coin was released on December 13th 2012 in Luxembourg and was sold out immediately.
SPECIFICATIONS
External ring: CuNi
Center disc: 3 layers, Ni-Brass, Ni, Ni-brass
Diameter: 25.75 mm
Width: 2.20 mm
Weight: 8.50 g
External ring: CuNi
Center disc: 3 layers, Ni-Brass, Ni, Ni-brass
Diameter: 25.75 mm
Width: 2.20 mm
Weight: 8.50 g
Guernsey 5 & 10 Pence 2012 - Magnetic core
As happened with the UK 2011 ones, these Guernsey denominations have now magnetic core, so, they are probably CuNi plated steel:
As happened with the UK 2011 ones, these Guernsey denominations have now magnetic core, so, they are probably CuNi plated steel:
Lebanon 250 Livres 2012 - Lucky coin
New commemorative type. The Central Bank of Lebanon released a limited edition coin of 250 livres, with a rhodium plated cedar tree:
New commemorative type. The Central Bank of Lebanon released a limited edition coin of 250 livres, with a rhodium plated cedar tree:
Finland 5 Euros 2012 - Provincial Buildings: Lapland
New bimetallic commemorative: "Lumberjack's Candle Bridge"
Currently regarded as Rovaniemi's foremost landmark, this bridge is named after its two tall columns which, with their bright lights, resemble lumberjack's candles - logs sawn in two with a fire in between. A coffee pot won't stay on top of these lumberjack's candles, but they do illuminate the slopes of Ounasvaara hill and the surge of the River Kemijoki also during the darkest time of the year.
SPECIFICATIONS
Core composition: CuNi
Ring composition: Nordic Gold
Diameter: 27.25 mm
Weight: 9.80 g
Designer: Nora Tapper (reverse), Petri Neuvonen (obverse)
New bimetallic commemorative: "Lumberjack's Candle Bridge"
Currently regarded as Rovaniemi's foremost landmark, this bridge is named after its two tall columns which, with their bright lights, resemble lumberjack's candles - logs sawn in two with a fire in between. A coffee pot won't stay on top of these lumberjack's candles, but they do illuminate the slopes of Ounasvaara hill and the surge of the River Kemijoki also during the darkest time of the year.
SPECIFICATIONS
Core composition: CuNi
Ring composition: Nordic Gold
Diameter: 27.25 mm
Weight: 9.80 g
Designer: Nora Tapper (reverse), Petri Neuvonen (obverse)
Core composition: CuNi
Ring composition: Nordic Gold
Diameter: 27.25 mm
Weight: 9.80 g
Designer: Nora Tapper (reverse), Petri Neuvonen (obverse)
Finland 5 Euros 2012 - Provincial Buildings: Uusimaa
New bimetallic commemorative: "Helsinki Cathedral and Uspenski Cathedral"
The neoclassical Cathedral and Uspenski Cathedral, which represents the Byzantine-Russian architectural tradition, also communicate Helsinki’s role as a gateway between East and West. In Helsinki, sophisticated Nordic unpretentiousness is flavoured with the opulence and colourfulness of the East, making the city’s architecture unique by world standards.
SPECIFICATIONS
Core composition: CuNi
Ring composition: Nordic Gold
Diameter: 27.25 mm
Weight: 9.80 g
Designer: Nora Tapper (reverse), Petri Neuvonen (obverse)
New bimetallic commemorative: "Helsinki Cathedral and Uspenski Cathedral"
The neoclassical Cathedral and Uspenski Cathedral, which represents the Byzantine-Russian architectural tradition, also communicate Helsinki’s role as a gateway between East and West. In Helsinki, sophisticated Nordic unpretentiousness is flavoured with the opulence and colourfulness of the East, making the city’s architecture unique by world standards.
SPECIFICATIONS
Core composition: CuNi
Ring composition: Nordic Gold
Diameter: 27.25 mm
Weight: 9.80 g
Designer: Nora Tapper (reverse), Petri Neuvonen (obverse)
Core composition: CuNi
Ring composition: Nordic Gold
Diameter: 27.25 mm
Weight: 9.80 g
Designer: Nora Tapper (reverse), Petri Neuvonen (obverse)
Nepal 50 & 1000 Rupees 2012 - International Year of Co-operatives
New commemoratives in CuNi and silver: "International Year of Co-operatives"
New commemoratives in CuNi and silver: "International Year of Co-operatives"
Timor-Leste 100 Centavos 2012 - Boaventura de Manufahi
New bimetallic commemorative:
This coin is dedicated to "Boaventura de Manufahi", historical figure that became a symbol of determination and courage of the East Timorese people in their struggle for independence. Packaged in an illustrated wallet, the mintage limit is 2,000 collections. The coin is minted under agreement between INCM and the Central Bank of Timor-Leste.
SPECIFICATIONS
Diameter: 23.75 mm
Weight: 14.00 g
Mintage: 2,000
Artist: Baiba Sîme
New bimetallic commemorative:
This coin is dedicated to "Boaventura de Manufahi", historical figure that became a symbol of determination and courage of the East Timorese people in their struggle for independence. Packaged in an illustrated wallet, the mintage limit is 2,000 collections. The coin is minted under agreement between INCM and the Central Bank of Timor-Leste.
SPECIFICATIONS
Diameter: 23.75 mm
Weight: 14.00 g
Mintage: 2,000
Artist: Baiba Sîme
Diameter: 23.75 mm
Weight: 14.00 g
Mintage: 2,000
Artist: Baiba Sîme
Gibraltar 50 Pence 2012 - Christmas
New circulating type:
Fiji 2012 - New Coin types
New circulating type:
Fiji 2012 - New Coin types
The new Fiji coin types will be released for circulation by january 2013. They are very nice fauna designs, no longer bearing the Queen's portrait. The coins have been manufactured by the Royal Canadian Mint, thus, I'm sure that their quality must be absolutely great:
The new Fiji coin types will be released for circulation by january 2013. They are very nice fauna designs, no longer bearing the Queen's portrait. The coins have been manufactured by the Royal Canadian Mint, thus, I'm sure that their quality must be absolutely great:
Denmark 20 Krone 2012 - Fishing Vessel
New circulating commemorative: "SHIPS: Fishing Vessel"
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: Aluminium Bronze, 92%Cu6%Al2%Ni
Diameter: 27.00 mm
Thickness: 2.35 mm
Weight: 9.30 g
Edge: rim with interrupted milling
New circulating commemorative: "SHIPS: Fishing Vessel"
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: Aluminium Bronze, 92%Cu6%Al2%Ni
Diameter: 27.00 mm
Thickness: 2.35 mm
Weight: 9.30 g
Edge: rim with interrupted milling
Composition: Aluminium Bronze, 92%Cu6%Al2%Ni
Diameter: 27.00 mm
Thickness: 2.35 mm
Weight: 9.30 g
Edge: rim with interrupted milling
Iran 2000 Rials 2012 (SH1391)
New commemorative: "Iran's Scenery on 2026 (1404 SH) Master Plan"
New commemorative: "Iran's Scenery on 2026 (1404 SH) Master Plan"
Peru 1 Nuevo Sol 2012 - Kuntur Wasi
New circulating type: "Kuntur Wasi"
This is the 11th coin of the series "Wealth and Pride of Peru":
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: CuNi
Diameter: 25.50 mm
Weight: 7.32 g
Mintage 10 million
The previous coins of the series:
1. Tumi de oro (2010)
2. Sarcofagos de Karajia (2010)
3. Estela de Raimondi (2010)
4. Chullpas de Sillustani (2011)
5. Monasterio de Santa Catalina (2011)
6. Machu Picchu (2011)
7. Gran Pajatén (2011)
8. Piedra de Saywite (2012)
9. Real Felipe Fortress (2012)
10. Templo del Sol de Vilcashuamán (2012)
New circulating type: "Kuntur Wasi"
This is the 11th coin of the series "Wealth and Pride of Peru":
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: CuNi
Diameter: 25.50 mm
Weight: 7.32 g
Mintage 10 million
Composition: CuNi
Diameter: 25.50 mm
Weight: 7.32 g
Mintage 10 million
The previous coins of the series:
1. Tumi de oro (2010)
2. Sarcofagos de Karajia (2010)
3. Estela de Raimondi (2010)
4. Chullpas de Sillustani (2011)
5. Monasterio de Santa Catalina (2011)
6. Machu Picchu (2011)
7. Gran Pajatén (2011)
8. Piedra de Saywite (2012)
9. Real Felipe Fortress (2012)
10. Templo del Sol de Vilcashuamán (2012)
Latvia 1 Lats 2012 - Christmas Bells
New circulating commemorative:
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: CuNi
Diameter: 21.75 mm
Weight: 4.80 g
Edge: inscriptions
Mint: Staatliche Münzen Baden-Württemberg (Germany)
Artists: Holgers Elers (graphic design) and Laura Medne (plaster model)
New circulating commemorative:
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: CuNi
Diameter: 21.75 mm
Weight: 4.80 g
Edge: inscriptions
Mint: Staatliche Münzen Baden-Württemberg (Germany)
Artists: Holgers Elers (graphic design) and Laura Medne (plaster model)
Composition: CuNi
Diameter: 21.75 mm
Weight: 4.80 g
Edge: inscriptions
Mint: Staatliche Münzen Baden-Württemberg (Germany)
Artists: Holgers Elers (graphic design) and Laura Medne (plaster model)
Solomon Islands 2012 - New set in circulation
The new Solomon Islands pieces are finally released for circulation:
The new Solomon Islands pieces are finally released for circulation:
UAE 1 Dirham 2012 - Magnetic ordinary type
New circulating type:
The 2012 (AH1433) composition for KM#6.2 ordinary circulating 1 dirham (made of CuNi) has now a magnetic core, so must be considered a new subtype. It has been minted at the Royal Canadian Mint.
This magnetic type's weight is 6.2 grams, while the old type in CuNi was 6.4 grams. Diameter is exactly the same.
New circulating type:
The 2012 (AH1433) composition for KM#6.2 ordinary circulating 1 dirham (made of CuNi) has now a magnetic core, so must be considered a new subtype. It has been minted at the Royal Canadian Mint.
This magnetic type's weight is 6.2 grams, while the old type in CuNi was 6.4 grams. Diameter is exactly the same.
Canada 25 Cents 2012
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Czech Republic 20 Koruna 2012 - New material
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Isle of Man 50 Pence 2012
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Poland 2 Zlotys 2012
"Polish Ships: 'Piorun' Destroyer"
Composition: Nordic gold, CuAl5Zn5Sn1
Weight: 8.15 g
Diameter: 27.00 mm
Mintage: 800 000
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Kazakhstan 50 Tenge 2012
"Towns of Kazakhstan: Pavlodar, Atyrau & Aktau"
Their coats of arms:
SPECIFICATIONS
Weight: 4.71 g
Diameter: 23.00 mm
Mintage: 50,000
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Russia 10 Roubles 2012
"Cities of military glory: Dmitrov"
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UAE 1 Dirham 2012
"50th Anniversary of First Shipment of Oil"
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Poland 2 Zlotys 2012
"Polish Painters of the 19th and 20th Centuries: Piotr Michalowski"
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Australia 2 Dollars 2012
New "Remembrance Day" commemorative in 3 different versions:
-Circulation coin
-Coloured circulation coin
-Collectors coloured "C" mint mark coin
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Australia 5 Dollars 2012
"Australian Open"
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: Aluminium-Bronze-Zinc
Weight: 20.00 g
Diameter: 38.74 mm
Mintage: Unlimited
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Lithuania 2 Litas 2012
"Lithuanian resorts series: Birstonas, Druskininkai, Neringa and Palanga"
The coats or arms:
SPECIFICATIONS
Ring composition: CuAlNi
Center composition: CuNi
Weight: 7.50 g
Diameter: 25.00 mm
Artist: Giedrius Paulauskis
UNC Mintage: 100,000
Proof Mintage: 2,500
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Canada 25 Cents 2012
"Major General Sir Isaac Brock (1769-1812)"
Two versions are available, normal and with leaf colured
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"Towns of Kazakhstan: Pavlodar, Atyrau & Aktau"
Weight: 4.71 g
Diameter: 23.00 mm
Mintage: 50,000
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Russia 10 Roubles 2012
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UAE 1 Dirham 2012
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Poland 2 Zlotys 2012
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Australia 2 Dollars 2012
New "Remembrance Day" commemorative in 3 different versions:
-Coloured circulation coin
-Collectors coloured "C" mint mark coin
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Australia 5 Dollars 2012
"Australian Open"
Composition: Aluminium-Bronze-Zinc
Weight: 20.00 g
Diameter: 38.74 mm
Mintage: Unlimited
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Lithuania 2 Litas 2012
"Lithuanian resorts series: Birstonas, Druskininkai, Neringa and Palanga"
Ring composition: CuAlNi
Center composition: CuNi
Weight: 7.50 g
Diameter: 25.00 mm
Artist: Giedrius Paulauskis
UNC Mintage: 100,000
Proof Mintage: 2,500
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Canada 25 Cents 2012
"Major General Sir Isaac Brock (1769-1812)"
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Isle of Man 50 Pence 2012
Enduro Motorcycle
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Thailand 20 Baht 2012
120th Birthday of HRH Prince Father Mahidol Adulyadej
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Deer and Leopard
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Peru 1 Nuevo Sol 2012 - Templo del Sol de Vilcashuamán
SPECIFICATIONS
10th coin of "Wealth and Pride of Peru" series:
Composition: CuNi
Diameter: 25.50 mm
Weight: 7.32 g
Mintage 10 m
The previous coins of the series are:
1. Tumi de oro (2010)
2. Sarcofagos de Karajia (2010)
3. Estela de Raimondi (2010)
4. Chullpas de Sillustani (2011)
5. Monasterio de Santa Catalina (2011)
6. Machu Picchu (2011)
7. Gran Pajatén (2011)
8. Piedra de Saywite (2012)
9. Real Felipe Fortress (2012)
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Cities of Military Glory: Velikiy Novgorod
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Argentina 2 Pesos 2012 Bimetallic Circulating Commemorative
"30th Anniversary of the Malvinas War"
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New coinage
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"Polish Ships: 'Dragon' light cruiser"
Composition: Nordic Gold, CuAl5Zn5Sn1
Weight: 8.15 g
Diameter: 27.00 mm
Mintage: 0.8 m
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China 1 yuan 2012 Circulating Commemorative
2012 - Year of the Dragon
Mintage: 80 m
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Canada 1 Dollar 2012 Circulating Commemorative
"100th Anniversary of the Grey Cup"
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"Cities of Military Glory: Velikiye Luki"
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"Animals: Praying Mantis"
Weight: 11.37 g
Diameter: 31.00 mm
Thickness: 2.00 mm
Edge: grooved with 10 sectors of corrugation
Mintage: 50 000
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"Bicentenary of Russia's Victory in the Patriotic War of 1812"
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: Brass Galvanized Steel
Diameter: 22.00 mm
Composition: Brass Galvanized Steel
Diameter: 22.00 mm
Mintage: 10 m
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Russia 10 Roubles 2012 Circulating Commemorative
Russia 10 Roubles 2012 Circulating Commemorative
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Russia 2 Roubles 2012 Circulating Commemoratives
16 new coins in the series Heroes of the Patriotic War of 1812
General field marshal M.I. Kutusov
General field marshal M.B. Barklay de Tolly
Infantry General P.I. Bagration
Cavalry General L.L. Bennigsen
Composition: Nickel Plated Steel
Diameter: 23.00 mm
Mintage: 5 m
General field marshal M.I. Kutusov
General field marshal M.B. Barklay de Tolly
Infantry General P.I. Bagration
Cavalry General L.L. Bennigsen
General field marshal P.H. Witgenstein
Lieutenant-general D.V. Davydov
Infantry General D.S. Dokhturov
Cavalry staff-captain N.A. Durova
Infantry General A.P. Ermolov
Organizer of partisan movement Vasilisa Kozhina
Major-general A.I. Kutaisov
Infantry General M.A. Miloradovich
Infantry General A.I. Osterman-Tolstoi
Cavalry General N.N. Raevsky
Cavalry general M.I. Platov
Emperor Alexander I
SPECIFICATIONS
Mintage: 5 m
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Panama 50 Centesimos 2012 Circulating Commemorative
Panama 50 Centesimos 2012 Circulating Commemorative
Royal Houses in Old Panama
3rd coin of the series of 10 coins "Monumental Old Panama"
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Russia 5 Roubles 2012 Circulating Commemoratives
More Battle Issues
"100 years of the Cordoba as National Currency"
The Banco Central de Nicaragua released 2 coins to celebrate the 100 years since the adoption of the "Cordoba" as the Nicaraguan National Currency. The have released a five cordobas circulating commemorative (images awaited) and a 100 cordobas silver collectors coin:
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: Stainless steel
Weight: 7.80 g
Diameter: 28.00 mm
Width: 1.80 mm
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Australia 1 Dollar 2012
"Inspirational Australians: Sir Douglas Mawson"
Mawson is well known for his pioneering Antarctic exploration and study, particularly for leading the Australasian Antarctic Expedition in 1911. The coin is avaiable in a Special Card.
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: Al-Bronze
Weight: 9.00 g
Diameter: 25.00 mm
Designer: Wojciech Pietranik
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Australia 50 Cents 2012
"50th anniversary of the Australian Ballet"
50 years ago, a government initiative and a cache of ready talent gave life to the Australian Ballet, which first performed in 1962. Still bringing cherished classics and ground-breaking new works to a diverse audience, its trademark versatility, technical excellence and warmth are executed with apparent effortlessness.This coin presents a quintessential image of performance by the Australian Ballet. The coin is available in a Credit Card Style Pack and also available as a silver proof coin.
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: CuNi
Weight: 15.55 g
Diameter: 31.51 mm
Designer: Aaron Baggio
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Canada 1 & 2 Dollars 2012
"Lucky Loonie" circulating commemorative 1 Dollar & 2 Dollars "Wolf Cubs"
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New pieces for 2012:
They are all made of aluminium, as before. The 1 laari piece looks like previous years, although the 5 and 10 Laaris are now round, not scalloped as they were in previous years.
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Helene Schjerfbeck (10th July 1862 - 23rd January 1946) was a Finnish painter. Most widely known for her realist works and self-portraits. Throughout her long life, her work changed dramatically. She was supposedly a Realist, a Romanticist, an Impressionist, a Naturalist, a Symbolist, an Expressionist and a wildly ahead-of-her-time Abstractist. Truthfully, there were elements of all of these in her work as the decades progressed and one would not be incorrect using any of these terms. 2 nice examples of her great paintings:
SPECIFICATIONS
External ring: CuNi
Center disc: 3 layers, Ni-Brass, Ni, Ni-brass
Diameter: 25.75 mm
Width: 2.20 mm
Weight: 8.50 g
Mintage: 2 million
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New bimetallic commemorative
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6 new coins from the series Battles and Significant Events of 1812 and Foreign Campaigns of the Russian Army 1813-1814. They represent the Battles of Borodino, Maloyaroslavets, Smolensk, Tarutino, Berezino and Vyazma:
The common side:
Ring composition: CuNi
Thickness: 2.50 mm
Diameter: 28.00 mm
Weight: 12.00 g
"Cities of military glory: Rostov-on-Don"
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Diameter: 25.50 mm
Weight: 7.32 g
Mintage 10 million
The previous coins of the series:
1. Tumi de oro (2010)
2. Sarcofagos de Karajia (2010)
3. Estela de Raimondi (2010)
4. Chullpas de Sillustani (2011)
5. Monasterio de Santa Catalina (2011)
6. Machu Picchu (2011)
7. Gran Pajatén (2011)
8. Piedra de Saywite (2012)
"60 years of the Parliament of India"
Weight: 8.50 g
Mintage: 500 000
Artist: José de Guimarães
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Romania 50 Bani 2012 Circulating Commemorative (Gold Proof also issued)
"500 years since the enthronement of Saint Voivode Neagoe Basarab in Wallachia and since the initiation of construction works on the church of Curtea de Arges Monastery"
Classic portraits of Saint Voivode Neagoe Basarab:
Curtea de Arges Monastery:
SPECIFICATIONS
Material: Brass
Weight: 6.10 g
Diameter: 23.75 mm
Edge: inscribed
Mintage: 1 000 000
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Belize 1 Dollar 2012 Circulating Commemorative
"30th Anniversary of Central Bank of Belize"
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Armenia 50 Drams 2012 Circulating 11 Commemoratives
The Central Bank of Armenia released a new series of 11 commemorative coins of 50 drams, devoted to Yerevan and the administrative areas (provinces) of Armenia:
From top to bottom and left to righ:
Row 1: Common side, Yerevan (KM222), Vayots Dzor (KM221)
Row 2: Kotayk (KM216), Aragatsotn (KM212), Ararat (KM213)
Row 3: Gegharkunik (KM215), Shirak (KM218), Tavush (KM220)
Row 4: Syunik (KM219), Armavir (KM214), Lori (KM217)
KM#212 Aragatsotn (capital: Ashtarak)
KM#213 Ararat (capital: Artashat)
KM#214 Armavir (capital: Armavir)
KM#215 Gegharkunik (capital: Gavar)
KM#216 Kotayk (capital: Hrazdan)
KM#217 Lori (capital: Vanadzor)
KM#218 Shirak (capital: Gyumri)
KM#219 Syunik (capital: Kapan)
KM#220 Tavush (capital: Ijevan)
KM#221 Vayots Dzor (capital: Yeghegnadzor)
KM#222 Yerevan
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Russia 5 Roubles 2012 Circulating Commemorative
"Krasnoe Battle" from the series of Battles and Significant Events of 1812 and Foreign Campaigns of the Russian Army 1813-1814
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Canada 2 dollars 2012 Bimetallic Commemorative
"War of 1812: HMS Shannon" first of five pieces that will be released for 200th Anniversary of 1812 War. The other 4 pieces will be quarters.
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Turkey 1 Lira 2012 Bimetallics
10th International Turkish Language Olympics
150 Years of the Court
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Colombia 2012 New Coins
50, 100 and 200 pesos:
500 pesos:
1000 pesos:
Technical details:
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Malawi 2012 New Circulating Types
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Bangladesh 5 Taka 2012
First issues seen with year 2012 (not 2010)
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Poland 2 Zlotys 2012 Circulating Commemoratives
July items "Polish Olympic Team London 2012"
"Monuments of Material Culture in Poland: Krzemionki Opatowskie"
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: Nordic gold, CuAl5Zn5Sn1
Weight: 8.15 g
Diameter: 27.00 mm
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Latvia 1 lats 2012 Circulating commemorative
Hedgehog
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: CuNi
Diameter: 21.75 mm
Weight: 4.80 g
Edge: inscriptions
Mint: Staatliche Münzen Baden-Württemberg (Germany)
Artists: Andris Vitolins (graphic design) and Laura Medne (plaster model)
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India 5 Rupees 2011 - Madan Mohan Malaviya
Tajikistan 2011 - 1 & 2 Dirams
50 Francs 2011
Honduras 5 & 10 Centavos 2010 - Magnetic core
3 new coins from the series Battles and Significant Events of 1812 and Foreign Campaigns of the Russian Army 1813-1814. They represent the Battles of Kulma and Leipzig, and the capture of Paris
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Serbia 20 Dinara 2012 Mihajlo Idvorski Pupin
Peru 1 Nuevo Sol 2012
Poland 2 Zlotys 2012
"Boleslaw Prus" was the pen-name of Aleksander Glowacki (August 20 1847 - May 19 1912), a Polish journalist and novelist known as the leading representative of realism in 19th century Polish literature.
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: Nordic gold, CuAl5Zn5Sn1
Weight: 8.15 g
Diameter: 27.00 mm
Mintage: 800 000
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Poland 2 Zlotys 2012
"Polish Ships: ORP Orzel submarine"
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: Nordic gold, CuAl5Zn5Sn1
Weight: 8.15 g
Diameter: 27.00 mm
Mintage: 800 000
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Brazil 1 Real 2012
Rio de Janeiro 2016
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United Kingdom 2 Pounds 2012
Handover
SPECIFICATIONS
Material: CuNi center and Nickel-Brass ring
Weight: 12.00 g
Diameter: 28.40 mm
Edge: Inscription "I CALL UPON THE YOUTH OF THE WORLD"
Designers: Jonathan Olliffe (Obverse) and Ian Rank-Broadley (Reverse)
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Nicaragua 5 Cordobas 2012
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Serbia 20 Dinara 2012 Mihajlo Idvorski Pupin
Michael I. Pupin (9 October 1858 - 12 March 1935)
was a Serbian-American physicist and physical chemist. Best known for his numerous patents, including a means of greatly extending the range of long-distance telephone communication by placing loading coils (of wire) at predetermined intervals along the transmitting wire (known as "pupinization"). Pupin was a one founding member of National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA) on March 3 1915, which later became NASA.
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New circulation design
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"Boleslaw Prus" was the pen-name of Aleksander Glowacki (August 20 1847 - May 19 1912), a Polish journalist and novelist known as the leading representative of realism in 19th century Polish literature.
Composition: Nordic gold, CuAl5Zn5Sn1
Weight: 8.15 g
Diameter: 27.00 mm
Mintage: 800 000
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Poland 2 Zlotys 2012
"Polish Ships: ORP Orzel submarine"
Composition: Nordic gold, CuAl5Zn5Sn1
Weight: 8.15 g
Diameter: 27.00 mm
Mintage: 800 000
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Brazil 1 Real 2012
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United Kingdom 2 Pounds 2012
Handover
Material: CuNi center and Nickel-Brass ring
Weight: 12.00 g
Diameter: 28.40 mm
Edge: Inscription "I CALL UPON THE YOUTH OF THE WORLD"
Designers: Jonathan Olliffe (Obverse) and Ian Rank-Broadley (Reverse)
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Nicaragua 5 Cordobas 2012
The Banco Central de Nicaragua released 2 coins to celebrate the 100 years since the adoption of the "Cordoba" as the Nicaraguan National Currency. The have released a five cordobas circulating commemorative (images awaited) and a 100 cordobas silver collectors coin:
Composition: Stainless steel
Weight: 7.80 g
Diameter: 28.00 mm
Width: 1.80 mm
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Australia 1 Dollar 2012
"Inspirational Australians: Sir Douglas Mawson"
Mawson is well known for his pioneering Antarctic exploration and study, particularly for leading the Australasian Antarctic Expedition in 1911. The coin is avaiable in a Special Card.
Composition: Al-Bronze
Weight: 9.00 g
Diameter: 25.00 mm
Designer: Wojciech Pietranik
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Australia 50 Cents 2012
"50th anniversary of the Australian Ballet"
50 years ago, a government initiative and a cache of ready talent gave life to the Australian Ballet, which first performed in 1962. Still bringing cherished classics and ground-breaking new works to a diverse audience, its trademark versatility, technical excellence and warmth are executed with apparent effortlessness.This coin presents a quintessential image of performance by the Australian Ballet. The coin is available in a Credit Card Style Pack and also available as a silver proof coin.
Composition: CuNi
Weight: 15.55 g
Diameter: 31.51 mm
Designer: Aaron Baggio
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Canada 1 & 2 Dollars 2012
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Maldives 2012 - New Shapes
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Finland 2 Euros 2012 Circulating Commemorative
"150 years of the birth of Helene Schjerfbeck"
External ring: CuNi
Center disc: 3 layers, Ni-Brass, Ni, Ni-brass
Diameter: 25.75 mm
Width: 2.20 mm
Weight: 8.50 g
Mintage: 2 million
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6 new coins from the series Battles and Significant Events of 1812 and Foreign Campaigns of the Russian Army 1813-1814. They represent the Battles of Borodino, Maloyaroslavets, Smolensk, Tarutino, Berezino and Vyazma:
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Algeria 200 Dinars 2012 Circulating Bimetallic
"50 Years of Independence"
SPECIFICATIONS
Center composition: CuAlNiRing composition: CuNi
Thickness: 2.50 mm
Diameter: 28.00 mm
Weight: 12.00 g
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Isle of Man 50 Pence 2012 Circulating Commemorative
Mark Cavendish
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Russia 10 Roubles 2012 Circulating Commemorative
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Peru 1 Nuevo Sol 2012 Circulating Type
"Real Felipe Fortress" 9th coin of the series "Wealth and Pride of Peru"
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: CuNiDiameter: 25.50 mm
Weight: 7.32 g
Mintage 10 million
1. Tumi de oro (2010)
2. Sarcofagos de Karajia (2010)
3. Estela de Raimondi (2010)
4. Chullpas de Sillustani (2011)
5. Monasterio de Santa Catalina (2011)
6. Machu Picchu (2011)
7. Gran Pajatén (2011)
8. Piedra de Saywite (2012)
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India 5 & 10 Rupees 2012 Circulating Commemorative
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Portugal 2 Euros 2012 Circulating Commemorative
"Guimarães European capital of culture"
SPECIFICATIONS
Diameter: 25.75 mmWeight: 8.50 g
Mintage: 500 000
Artist: José de Guimarães
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Romania 50 Bani 2012 Circulating Commemorative (Gold Proof also issued)
"500 years since the enthronement of Saint Voivode Neagoe Basarab in Wallachia and since the initiation of construction works on the church of Curtea de Arges Monastery"
Material: Brass
Weight: 6.10 g
Diameter: 23.75 mm
Edge: inscribed
Mintage: 1 000 000
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Belize 1 Dollar 2012 Circulating Commemorative
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Armenia 50 Drams 2012 Circulating 11 Commemoratives
The Central Bank of Armenia released a new series of 11 commemorative coins of 50 drams, devoted to Yerevan and the administrative areas (provinces) of Armenia:
From top to bottom and left to righ:
Row 1: Common side, Yerevan (KM222), Vayots Dzor (KM221)
Row 2: Kotayk (KM216), Aragatsotn (KM212), Ararat (KM213)
Row 3: Gegharkunik (KM215), Shirak (KM218), Tavush (KM220)
Row 4: Syunik (KM219), Armavir (KM214), Lori (KM217)
KM#213 Ararat (capital: Artashat)
KM#214 Armavir (capital: Armavir)
KM#215 Gegharkunik (capital: Gavar)
KM#216 Kotayk (capital: Hrazdan)
KM#217 Lori (capital: Vanadzor)
KM#218 Shirak (capital: Gyumri)
KM#219 Syunik (capital: Kapan)
KM#220 Tavush (capital: Ijevan)
KM#221 Vayots Dzor (capital: Yeghegnadzor)
KM#222 Yerevan
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Russia 5 Roubles 2012 Circulating Commemorative
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Canada 2 dollars 2012 Bimetallic Commemorative
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Turkey 1 Lira 2012 Bimetallics
150 Years of the Court
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Colombia 2012 New Coins
Malawi 2012 New Circulating Types
Bangladesh 5 Taka 2012
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Poland 2 Zlotys 2012 Circulating Commemoratives
July items "Polish Olympic Team London 2012"
"Monuments of Material Culture in Poland: Krzemionki Opatowskie"
Composition: Nordic gold, CuAl5Zn5Sn1
Weight: 8.15 g
Diameter: 27.00 mm
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Latvia 1 lats 2012 Circulating commemorative
Hedgehog
Composition: CuNi
Diameter: 21.75 mm
Weight: 4.80 g
Edge: inscriptions
Mint: Staatliche Münzen Baden-Württemberg (Germany)
Artists: Andris Vitolins (graphic design) and Laura Medne (plaster model)
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Guatemala 25 Centavos 2011 - New type
This 2011 item is quite different in design from previous ones (1998 & 2000), so maybe we it must be considered a new type.
It is not made of CuNi, but of austhenitic steel (which is NOT magnetic). Another difference is that the 2011 has reeded edge, while the earlier years have plain edge with lettering. So it definitely IS a new type!
This 2011 item is quite different in design from previous ones (1998 & 2000), so maybe we it must be considered a new type.
It is not made of CuNi, but of austhenitic steel (which is NOT magnetic). Another difference is that the 2011 has reeded edge, while the earlier years have plain edge with lettering. So it definitely IS a new type!
India 1 Rupee 2011 "Rupee" symbol variety
Information from Ashwin Lobo: The "Rupee" symbol of the 2011 is smaller and styled significantly differently from other years. Both varieties may exist for 2011. I have noticed this on the R1 for the moment, but probably exists for the other denominations as well:
Closer detail of the "Rupee" symbol in both coins:
Information from Ashwin Lobo: The "Rupee" symbol of the 2011 is smaller and styled significantly differently from other years. Both varieties may exist for 2011. I have noticed this on the R1 for the moment, but probably exists for the other denominations as well:
Closer detail of the "Rupee" symbol in both coins:
Kazakhstan 50 Tenge 2011 Karaganda - Planchet error
2011 Karaganda 50 tenge with a metal loss. Details of the coin surrounding the error are perfect.
Albania 5 Leke KM#76 Varieties
2011 issue of Albanian 5 leke has some differences with previous ones, The result of the scan shows it all:
Closer detail of the branch, where 2011 issue has no nodule:
Detail of the 'LEKE' word, where 2011 issue is a bit thinner:
Closer detail of the eagles' heads and upper lettering, where 2000 issue is a clearly different typography. Also, 2011 letters are smaller than 1995:
Detail of the years' typographies and sizes:
2011 issue of Albanian 5 leke has some differences with previous ones, The result of the scan shows it all:
Closer detail of the branch, where 2011 issue has no nodule:
Detail of the 'LEKE' word, where 2011 issue is a bit thinner:
Closer detail of the eagles' heads and upper lettering, where 2000 issue is a clearly different typography. Also, 2011 letters are smaller than 1995:
Detail of the years' typographies and sizes:
Swaziland 20 Cents 2011 - Smaller type
New circulating type. It seems like there were problems with parking machines, where the last Swaziland 20 cents 2011 fitted and was used instead of same size older and higher denomination coins. Consequence was a new strike of this denomination in same metal, but considerably smaller size, also from South African Mint, also with date 2011.
New circulating type. It seems like there were problems with parking machines, where the last Swaziland 20 cents 2011 fitted and was used instead of same size older and higher denomination coins. Consequence was a new strike of this denomination in same metal, but considerably smaller size, also from South African Mint, also with date 2011.
New circulating commemorative: "150 years of the birth of Madan Mohan Malaviya"
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: Nickel-Brass
Weight: 6.00 g
Diameter: 23.00 mm
Mint: Mumbai
New circulating commemorative: "150 years of the birth of Madan Mohan Malaviya"
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: Nickel-Brass
Weight: 6.00 g
Diameter: 23.00 mm
Mint: Mumbai
Composition: Nickel-Brass
Weight: 6.00 g
Diameter: 23.00 mm
Mint: Mumbai
A new coin family was released in june 2012, all bearing year 2011:
Now, in 2013, the 1 and 2 dirams (the lowest denominations) have been released, also with date 2011:
1 Diram SPECIFICATIONS
Weight: 1.30 g
Diameter: 14.50 mm
2 dirams SPECIFICATIONS
Weight: 1.60 g
Diameter: 16.00 mm
A new coin family was released in june 2012, all bearing year 2011:
Now, in 2013, the 1 and 2 dirams (the lowest denominations) have been released, also with date 2011:
1 Diram SPECIFICATIONS
Weight: 1.30 g
Diameter: 14.50 mm
2 dirams SPECIFICATIONS
Weight: 1.60 g
Diameter: 16.00 mm
Weight: 1.30 g
Diameter: 14.50 mm
2 dirams SPECIFICATIONS
Weight: 1.60 g
Diameter: 16.00 mm
Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba 1 Dollar 2011
Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba were part of the Netherlands Antilles until the country's dissolution on 10 October 2010, when the islands became special municipalities within the country of the Netherlands.
Since January 1, 2011, the U.S. dollar has been the official currency, replacing the Netherlands Antillian Guilder.
This coin is a legal tender 1 dollar 2011 coin issued by the Royal Dutch Mint. The coin comes with a box and certificate of Authenticity.
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: Brass
Diameter: 26.00 mm
Weight: 9.00 g
Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba were part of the Netherlands Antilles until the country's dissolution on 10 October 2010, when the islands became special municipalities within the country of the Netherlands.
Since January 1, 2011, the U.S. dollar has been the official currency, replacing the Netherlands Antillian Guilder.
This coin is a legal tender 1 dollar 2011 coin issued by the Royal Dutch Mint. The coin comes with a box and certificate of Authenticity.
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: Brass
Diameter: 26.00 mm
Weight: 9.00 g
Composition: Brass
Diameter: 26.00 mm
Weight: 9.00 g
Croatia 25 Kuna 2011 - Accession Treaty to the EU
New circulating bimetallic:
"Accession Treaty of the Republic of Croatia to the European Union"
Rwanda 5 Fr 2009 & 50 Fr 2011 Circulating Types
"Accession Treaty of the Republic of Croatia to the European Union"
Rwanda 5 Fr 2009 & 50 Fr 2011 Circulating Types
New Inscription: 2003 coins had the text "BANKI NASIYONALI Y'U RWANDA", These new items bear the text "BANKI NKURU Y'U RWANDA".
5 Francs 2009
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Tajikistan 2011 - New coin family
Released in June 2012, all bearing year 2011
SPECIFICATIONS
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Bahrain 5 & 10 Fils 2011 Circulating Coins
These new coins have a steel core (thus Magnetic). Previous type (km28) was made of brass
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Solomon Islands 2008 & 2010 Varieties
There are some varieties for Solomon Islands coinage before the recent and new 2012 coin family. In the 10 cents of 2010, the 2010 (does a 2008 exist also?) type has a different typography than 2005 (KM#27a):
Exactly the same happens with the 20 cents 2008 and 2010. Both have a different typography than 2005 (KM#28):
For the 50 cents, we can see also the different typography in 2008 (I wonder if there is also a 2010 issue). Besides, this denomination has now a magnetic core, it's not CuNi like 2005 (KM#29):
And finally, the 1 dollar coin, once again we find the different typography in 2008 (is there a 2010 issue?). And it too has a magnetic core, so not CuNi like 2005 (KM#72):
Any confirmation about the smallest denominations (1, 2 and 5 cents) for years after 2005 and before 2012 would be great! (my latest Krause just lists 1 cent 2010 and 2 cents 2006)
1 cent 2010 also has the narrow lettering of the other 2008 and 2010 denominations.
2 cents 2006 has two interesting mint marks (meaning?). See them both in Antoine's PDF.
There are some varieties for Solomon Islands coinage before the recent and new 2012 coin family. In the 10 cents of 2010, the 2010 (does a 2008 exist also?) type has a different typography than 2005 (KM#27a):
Exactly the same happens with the 20 cents 2008 and 2010. Both have a different typography than 2005 (KM#28):
For the 50 cents, we can see also the different typography in 2008 (I wonder if there is also a 2010 issue). Besides, this denomination has now a magnetic core, it's not CuNi like 2005 (KM#29):
And finally, the 1 dollar coin, once again we find the different typography in 2008 (is there a 2010 issue?). And it too has a magnetic core, so not CuNi like 2005 (KM#72):
Any confirmation about the smallest denominations (1, 2 and 5 cents) for years after 2005 and before 2012 would be great! (my latest Krause just lists 1 cent 2010 and 2 cents 2006)
1 cent 2010 also has the narrow lettering of the other 2008 and 2010 denominations.
2 cents 2006 has two interesting mint marks (meaning?). See them both in Antoine's PDF.
1 cent 2010 also has the narrow lettering of the other 2008 and 2010 denominations.
2 cents 2006 has two interesting mint marks (meaning?). See them both in Antoine's PDF.
Kenya 2010 - 3 New Types
New circulating types:
The 5 shillings is magnetic and has a smaller coat of arms. See it here compared to 2009 type (KM#37):
The 10 shillings is magnetic, has a smaller coat of arms and a bigger '10'. See it here compared to 2009 type (KM#35):
The 20 shillings is magnetic and has slightly different numerals and letters styles. See it here compared to 2009 type (KM#36):
Finally, if you're wondering about the 1 shilling, here you can check that 2010 type is not a new type, it is just like before (KM#34):
New circulating types:
The 5 shillings is magnetic and has a smaller coat of arms. See it here compared to 2009 type (KM#37):
The 10 shillings is magnetic, has a smaller coat of arms and a bigger '10'. See it here compared to 2009 type (KM#35):
The 20 shillings is magnetic and has slightly different numerals and letters styles. See it here compared to 2009 type (KM#36):
Finally, if you're wondering about the 1 shilling, here you can check that 2010 type is not a new type, it is just like before (KM#34):
Seychelles 1 Rupee 2010 - New composition
My friend Dr. Wolfgang Schuster sent me this information about the Seychelles 1 rupee 2010. It exists in both versions, CuNi like previous years (KM#50.2), but also another one with magnetic core (new syb-type), probably nickel clad steel:
My friend Dr. Wolfgang Schuster sent me this information about the Seychelles 1 rupee 2010. It exists in both versions, CuNi like previous years (KM#50.2), but also another one with magnetic core (new syb-type), probably nickel clad steel:
Seychelles 5 Rupees 2010 - New composition
My friend Gijs Vlothuizen just informed that this Seychelles 2010 denomination has a magnetic core, so probably it is nickel clad steel, not copper-nickel as previous years (KM#51.2):
SPECIFICATIONS
Weight: 9.10 g
Diameter: 29.00 mm
My friend Gijs Vlothuizen just informed that this Seychelles 2010 denomination has a magnetic core, so probably it is nickel clad steel, not copper-nickel as previous years (KM#51.2):
SPECIFICATIONS
Weight: 9.10 g
Diameter: 29.00 mm
Weight: 9.10 g
Diameter: 29.00 mm
Guatemala 5 & 10 Centavos 2009 & 2010 - Magnetic types
These 2009 & 2010 items are now magnetic, probably made of steel. Previous years were made ofCuNi.
These 2009 & 2010 items are now magnetic, probably made of steel. Previous years were made ofCuNi.
These 2010 items are now brass clad steel. Previous years (KM#72.4 and KM#76.4) were made of brass.
These 2010 items are now brass clad steel. Previous years (KM#72.4 and KM#76.4) were made of brass.
Kyrgyzstan 10 Som 2009 - Edge inscriptions
Bahrain 2009 different "Fils" calligraphy
Bahrain 2009 different "Fils" calligraphy
New circulating types. The 2009 (and on) types of Bahrain have the Arabic word "fils" in the rectangular box over the numeric value, written now in a completely different calligraphy (rectangular) than before (cursive). These must then be considered completely new KM types.
With the help of some contributors we can confirm the existence of, at least, these years:
5 fils 2009, 2010, 2011
10 fils 2009, 2010, 2011
25 fils 2010
50 fils 2010, 2011
100 fils 2009, 2011
New circulating types. The 2009 (and on) types of Bahrain have the Arabic word "fils" in the rectangular box over the numeric value, written now in a completely different calligraphy (rectangular) than before (cursive). These must then be considered completely new KM types.
With the help of some contributors we can confirm the existence of, at least, these years:
5 fils 2009, 2010, 2011
10 fils 2009, 2010, 2011
25 fils 2010
50 fils 2010, 2011
100 fils 2009, 2011
10 fils 2009, 2010, 2011
25 fils 2010
50 fils 2010, 2011
100 fils 2009, 2011
Thailand 10 Baht 2009 - Prince Bhanurangsi Savangwongse
Thailand 10 Baht 2009 - Prince Bhanurangsi Savangwongse
New circulating bimetallic: "150th Birthday of HRH Prince Bhanurangsi Savangwongse"
New circulating bimetallic: "150th Birthday of HRH Prince Bhanurangsi Savangwongse"
Thailand 10 Baht 2009 Circulating Commemorative
"100th Anniversary of Command and General Staff College, Royal Thai Army"
"100th Anniversary of Command and General Staff College, Royal Thai Army"
Bahamas 25 Cents 2007 - New design
New circulating type:
India 5 Rupees 2007 Khadi Villages error types
India 5 Rupees 2007 Khadi Villages error types
New unlisted varieties have been discovered: 'Khadi Villages'
These two are the correct and already catalogued varieties, with diamond (KM#360.1) and M(KM#360.2) mint marks:
These 2 error types have been recently discovered, both of the diamond mint mark:
Both have a mistake in the English spelling (VIIIAGES instead of VILLAGES), and second one has also a mistake in the Devanagari legend.
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: Stainless Steel
Weight: 6.00 g
Diameter: 23.00 mm
Edge: security
New unlisted varieties have been discovered: 'Khadi Villages'
These two are the correct and already catalogued varieties, with diamond (KM#360.1) and M(KM#360.2) mint marks:
These 2 error types have been recently discovered, both of the diamond mint mark:
Both have a mistake in the English spelling (VIIIAGES instead of VILLAGES), and second one has also a mistake in the Devanagari legend.
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: Stainless Steel
Weight: 6.00 g
Diameter: 23.00 mm
Edge: security
SPECIFICATIONS
Composition: Stainless Steel
Weight: 6.00 g
Diameter: 23.00 mm
Edge: security
India 5 Rupees 2007 - Kuka Movement
India 5 Rupees 2007 - Kuka Movement
New circulating commemorative: "150 years of Kuka Movement"
New circulating commemorative: "150 years of Kuka Movement"
This Kuka Movement coin dated 2007 has finally been released in January 2013
North Korea 5 Won 2005 varieties
Taneli Perätalo sent this image from his own collection, after discovering a very interesting variety of the aluminium North Korean 5 won 2005. Both coins have identical reverse:
Here you can see significantly different obverse designs:
Zimbabwe 5 Dollars 2003 - Plain edge variety
Bangladesh 5 Taka 1994 & 1996
This is an old gap in Krause catalogue that most of us have already noticed in our collections:
The 5 taka 1994 and 1996 types that Krause currently names as KM#18.1 are in fact quite different.
The main difference is for clouds at top of bridge: 1994 cloud is bit flat and homogeneous, while1996 cloud is a bit higher and made of small joined bunches of clouds.
Right now, both years are type KM#18.1 for Krause. This was already reported and soon 1996 will be a different KM.
Also, there is another 5 taka 1996 completely different, with wider details and different clouds, which is KM#18.2:
This is an old gap in Krause catalogue that most of us have already noticed in our collections:
The 5 taka 1994 and 1996 types that Krause currently names as KM#18.1 are in fact quite different.
The main difference is for clouds at top of bridge: 1994 cloud is bit flat and homogeneous, while1996 cloud is a bit higher and made of small joined bunches of clouds.
Right now, both years are type KM#18.1 for Krause. This was already reported and soon 1996 will be a different KM.
Also, there is another 5 taka 1996 completely different, with wider details and different clouds, which is KM#18.2:
Sudan 1 & 2 Dinars 1994 varieties
Wolfgang Schuster sent this image from his own collection, with very interesting varieties of the Sudanese 1 and 2 dinars AH1415/1994 (KM#112 & KM#113).
They both exist with narrow and wide shaded denomination numeral. The reverse side is the same, showing the central bank building:
Egypt 10 Millieme 1967 - New type and new unlisted variety
Wolfgang Schuster sent this image from his own collection, with very interesting varieties of the Sudanese 1 and 2 dinars AH1415/1994 (KM#112 & KM#113).
They both exist with narrow and wide shaded denomination numeral. The reverse side is the same, showing the central bank building:
Egypt 10 Millieme 1967 - New type and new unlisted variety
Two very interesting and unlisted varieties of the Aluminium Egypt 10 milliemes 1967 are discovered:
The known type with 'MISR' above the denomination is listed and pictured with shaded denomination numerals as KM#411 (dated 1967-1386H). But this issue also exists as unlisted sub-type without shading on the numerals:
Additionally, a completely unknown and unlisted type is discovered: the Aluminium 10 Milliemes also has been struck in a version without 'MISR' above the denomination (also dated 1967-1386H), without shading on the numerals. Currently no shaded varieties are known:
Two very interesting and unlisted varieties of the Aluminium Egypt 10 milliemes 1967 are discovered:
Additionally, a completely unknown and unlisted type is discovered: the Aluminium 10 Milliemes also has been struck in a version without 'MISR' above the denomination (also dated 1967-1386H), without shading on the numerals. Currently no shaded varieties are known:
The known type with 'MISR' above the denomination is listed and pictured with shaded denomination numerals as KM#411 (dated 1967-1386H). But this issue also exists as unlisted sub-type without shading on the numerals:
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