Released by Australia Post to celebrate the canonisation of Mary MacKillop – Australia’s first saint, canonised on the 17th October 2010.Proof Quality 99.9% Pure Silver
The innovative rectangle-shaped coin is produced from 1/2oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality.
Coloured Reverse Design
The coin’s reverse portrays a 60c commemorative stamp issued by Australia Post. The design features a coloured portrait of Saint Mary MacKillop and includes a representation of St Mary MacKillop’s signature, the dates 1842-1909 and the word AUSTRALIA.
Australian Legal Tender
Issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965, the coin portrays the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse and the 2010 year-date.
60c Commemorative Stamp
The coin is accompanied by the actual 60c Australia Post stamp, like the coin, it is protected in a capsule to keep it in mint condition forever.
Presentation Box
Each set comes in a presentation box incorporating a magnetised plinth that can be raised for better display.
Certificate of Authenticity
Each Stamp–Coin set is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.
Technical Specifications
| Silver Content (Troy oz) |
0.5 |
| Monetary Denomination (AUD) |
0.55 |
| Fineness (% purity) |
99.99 |
| Minimum Gross Weight (g) |
15.573 |
| Maximum Dimensions (mm) |
26.60 x 37.60 |
| Maximum Thickness (mm) |
2.50 |