2009 Perth Mint PNC - Stargazing the Southern Skies

2009 Astronomy – Stargazing the Southern Skies $1 Stamp and Coin Cover (PNC) Australia Post – The Perth Mint (Issue 4)

• Southern Celestial Heritage: Celebrates the International Year of Astronomy (2009) and humanity's enduring fascination with the celestial wonders of the southern night sky, honouring Australia's deep astronomical heritage and clear southern horizons.
• Astronomy $1 Coin: Features an uncirculated $1 legal tender aluminium-bronze coin struck by The Perth Mint, displaying an evocative design capturing the awe of stargazing beneath the Southern Cross and the southern hemisphere skies.
• Integrated Philatelic Presentation: Includes three official Australia Post commemorative stamps (55c, $1.45 & $2.10) cancelled with a First Day of Issue pictorial postmark dated 25 August 2009, affixed to an envelope showcasing deep-space astronomical photography.
• Popular Thematic Collectible: A highly sought-after joint issue from The Perth Mint and Australia Post, representing an essential release for science and astronomy enthusiasts, philatelists, and numismatists.
• Condition: Uncirculated coin in original presentation cover. Please note that minor handling or shelf wear may be present on the outer packaging, additionally, this PNC does not include the original clear plastic sleeve/cover originally provided by Australia Post.