2023 PNC - Creatures of the Deep

2023 Creatures of the Deep Postal Numismatic Cover (PNC) – Australia Post Privy Mark

Dive into the mystery and celebrate scientific endeavour with the highly collectible Creatures of the Deep Postal Numismatic Cover. This limited edition PNC, issued jointly by the Royal Australian Mint and Australia Post, highlights the extraordinary deep-sea creatures discovered during voyages of CSIRO’s research vessel (RV) Investigator.

The cover features a unique combination of numismatic and philatelic elements, making it an essential acquisition for both coin and stamp enthusiasts.

Key Features and Specifications

• PNC Issue: 2023 Issue 10.
• Limited Edition: Restricted to just 7,500 covers worldwide.
• Unique Coin: Contains a Royal Australian Mint $1 Aluminium Bronze (AlBr) coin:
  • Finish: Uncirculated.
  • Privy Mark: Features a special Australia Post envelope privy mark, unique to this release.
  • Reverse Design: Depicts the research vessel RV Investigator, CSIRO's deep tow camera, and rarely seen deep-sea creatures, including a brittle star, gold coral, and a spiny king crab.
• Philatelic Detail: The stamp is incorporated into the design (printed as part of the cover).
• Postmark: Features a First Day of Issue Postmark dated 18 April 2023 from Canberra ACT 2601.