2023 PNC - Merry Christmas

2023 Merry Christmas: Festive Florals Stamp and Coin Cover (PNC)

Australia Post – Royal Australian Mint (Issue 31)

• A Summery Australian Christmas: Celebrate the unique beauty of the Australian festive season. This release focuses on the tradition of connecting with loved ones through the mail, from sending heartfelt greeting cards to children posting their hopeful letters to Santa.
• Coloured 50c Uncirculated Coin: Struck by the Royal Australian Mint, this dodecagonal cupro-nickel coin features a vibrant, multi-coloured reverse design.
• Festive Floral Design: The artwork is inspired by the NSW Christmas Bush (Ceratopetalum gummiferum). It features a stunning five-pointed Christmas star reimagined from the plant's distinctive red fruit, framed by detailed sprays of native leaves and flowers.
• Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Obverse: The coin features the Jody Clark effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, supplemented with the dates of her historic reign: 1952–2022.
• Technical Specifications:
  • Metal: Cupro-Nickel
  • Weight: 15.37g
  • Diameter: 31.51mm
  • Finish: Coloured Uncirculated
• Coordinated Stamp and Postmark: Features an official 65c "Christmas Tree" stamp from the 2023 Christmas secular issue. It is postmarked with a First Day of Issue pictorial cancellation dated 1 November 2023, from Merrylands, NSW 2160.
• Festive Pictorial Envelope: The envelope is beautifully designed with soft, folksy illustrations of holiday traditions. The design perfectly complements the "Festive Florals" theme of the coin, making it a standout addition to any seasonal collection.
• Strictly Limited Mintage: A highly sought-after Christmas collectible with a maximum production of only 7,500 units worldwide.
• Condition: Excellent condition. The coin remains in uncirculated condition. Some minor shelf wear may be present on the outer envelope.