THE AUSTRALIAN PRECIOUS METALS COIN PROGRAM

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1 THE AUSTRALIAN PRECIOUS METALS COIN PROGRAM 2014 SILVER BULLION COINS

2 AUSTRALIAN KOOKABURRA SILVER BULLION COINS 1 kilo, 10oz, 1oz releases A laughing kookaburra, the largest member of the kingfisher species, is synonymous with the Australian outback. In 2014, The Perth Mint releases three silver bullion coins portraying a kookaburra sitting on a tree branch shaded by gum leaves. Mintages Only 500,000 1oz coins will be released. No mintage limit applies to 1 kilo and 10oz coins. AUSTRALIAN KOALA SILVER BULLION COINS 1 kilo, 10oz, 1oz, 1/2oz releases The koala is one of Australia's most popular animals, accounting for the exceptional success of the Australian Koala series. In 2014, The Perth Mint releases four silver bullion coin portraying an adult koala with a spray of eucalyptus leaves. Mint-to-Order No mintage limit applies to these coins for 12 months. However, production will close at the end of 2014 and The Perth Mint will declare each coin's mintage. Kookaburra and Koala Koala 1 kilo Obverse

3 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2014 Kookaburra & Koala Silver Bullion Coins Size 1 kilo 10oz 1oz 1/2oz Silver Content (Troy oz) Denomination (AUD) Fineness (% purity) Minimum Gross Weight (g) 1, Maximum Diameter (mm) Maximum Thickness (mm) Note: 1/2oz Kookaburra Silver Bullion Coin is not available.

4 2014 Lunar Silver Bullion Coins Size 10 kilo 1 kilo 10oz 5oz 2oz Silver Content (Troy oz) Denomination (AUD) Fineness (% purity) Minimum Gross Weight (g) 10, , Maximum Diameter (mm) Maximum Thickness (mm)

5 AUSTRALIAN LUNAR SILVER BULLION COINS 10 kilo, 1 kilo, 10oz, 1oz, 1/2oz releases The Australian Lunar series of silver coins epitomises The Perth Mint's rich tradition of minting bullion coins portraying Chinese themes. The reverse design on this year's releases celebrate the 2014 Year of the Horse, one of 12 animals associated with the ancient Chinese lunar calendar. In Chinese culture, people born in the Year of the Horse 1918, , 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002 and 2014 are regarded as hardworking, sociable, optimistic and energetic. The coins depict two horses by a river in a stylised rural scene. The Chinese character for 'horse' and the inscription 'Year of the Horse' also appear in the design with The Perth Mint's traditional 'P' mintmark. Mintages No mintage limit applies to 1 kilo, 10oz, 5oz, 2oz and 1/2oz coins. Except for the 1 kilo release, production of these coins will close at the end of 2014 and The Perth Mint will declare each coin's mintage. Production of 1 kilo coins will cease at the end of the series. A maximum of kilo coins will be produced on a mint-toorder basis. However, production will close at the end of 2014, when the coin's actual mintage will be declared. The Perth Mint will produce up to 300,000 1oz coins. Production will cease when the mintage is fully sold or at the end of the series, whichever comes first. 1oz 1/2oz

6 MORE FOR THE INVESTOR Revered as a symbol of status, beauty and mystery, silver has been highly sought-after for more than 6,000 years. Like gold, silver is a tangible asset with intrinsic value that can help protect investor wealth in uncertain times. UNIQUE PERTH MINT QUALITY Australian silver bullion coins were introduced by The Perth Mint in Today, The Perth Mint offers one of the world's most extensive ranges of bullion coins struck from 99.9% pure silver. Each coin in the program is issued as official legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965, its Government guarantee of quality. Trusted by investors worldwide, Perth Mint silver bullion coins are further characterised by limited mintages and new reverse artistry every year. Each design incorporates the Mint's traditional 'P' mintmark, a 115 year-old symbol embodying its commitment to minting excellence. GOLD BULLION COINS FOR EVEN GREATER CHOICE In addition to its renowned silver bullion range, The Perth Mint strikes stunning gold bullion coins portraying iconic Australian animals and Chinese lunar themes. For further information about the current releases, see the brochure THE AUSTRALIAN PRECIOUS METALS COIN PROGRAM 2014 GOLD BULLION COINS.

7 THE BENCHMARK IN SILVER BULLION COINS Recognised as an essential element of a diversified investment portfolio, precious metal helps investors protect their wealth against fluctuations in the value of other asset classes. The Perth Mint's Australian Kookaburra, Australian Koala and Australian Lunar bullion coin series are ideal choices for investors seeking to add pure silver to their portfolios. QUALITY The Perth Mint's unbeatable minting experience and its use of advanced manufacturing technology contribute to the coins' reputation of being the highest quality in the world. AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT GUARANTEE Struck by the historic Perth Mint from 99.9% pure silver, each coin's Australian legal tender status guarantees its weight and purity. CONVENIENT With a choice of seven coin sizes, there is a Perth Mint silver bullion coin suitable for every investor, ranging from individuals to major institutions. AFFORDABLE Perth Mint bullion coins are universally recognised as the most affordable means of purchasing silver bullion in the secure form of official, legal tender coins. BEAUTIFUL Perth Mint bullion coins are tangible assets that are beautiful to behold. Featuring stunning new artistry each year, they are admired worldwide and are highly collectable. NUMISMATIC APPRECIATION As well as annual design changes, the restricted mintage of some coins creates the potential for even greater investment return in the form of a numismatic premium.

8 The Perth Mint (Est.1899) The Perth Mint was founded as a colonial branch of Britain's 1,000 year-old Royal Mint. Wholly-owned by the State Government of Western Australia since 1970, The Perth Mint is empowered to issue the Australian Precious Metals Coin Program as legal tender under the Commonwealth of Australia Currency Act A world leader in the design and production of precious metal minted products, The Perth Mint also strikes many of Australia's limited edition collector coins, highly sought-after throughout the world for their superb proof quality and exquisite numismatic treatments. With a reputation built on 115 years of continuous minting excellence, The Perth Mint is Australia's specialist precious metal mint and your first choice for silver bullion coins. 310 Hay Street, East Perth, WA 6004, Australia PO Box 6297, East Perth, WA 6892, Australia Telephone: (Australia) (61 8) (International) Facsimile: (61 8) [email protected] Website: The year-dates on the coins do not necessarily indicate the year of release or the year in which they were minted. Although every care has been taken in the preparation of this publication, The Perth Mint and its affiliates cannot be held responsible for the accuracy of any statistics, statements or representation made. The Perth Mint and its affiliates cannot accept any liability for any loss suffered as a result of any action whatsoever taken by any person based on this publication.