Sunday, 28 October 2018

836) "Lake Argyle" - "The Jewel of the Kimberley", Australia: Limited Edition Series of Rare diamond ingots in Pink Gold (10 Oz. and 1 Oz.) and Platinum (1 Oz.) studded with eight Argyle Pink Diamonds each issued by the Perth Mint, Australia in collaboration with the Argyle Pink Diamond Mine: Ingots issued in October 2018:

836) "Lake Argyle" - "The Jewel of the Kimberley", Australia: Limited Edition Series of Rare diamond ingots in Pink Gold (10 Oz. and 1 Oz.) and Platinum (1 Oz.) studded with  eight Argyle Pink Diamonds each issued by the Perth Mint, Australia in collaboration with the Argyle Pink Diamond Mine: Ingots issued in October 2018:

About the "Lake Argyle" ingots:

The breath-taking Lake Argyle, the "Jewel of the Kimberley" is situated in the far North of Western Australia. Nestled among the rugged Kimberley landscape and located near the world famous Argyle Diamond Mine, the lake holds a staggering 32 million cubic metres of water - more than 18 times the volume of Sydney Harbour !!

These precious metal ingots celebrate this iconic body of water. Struck in 1 Oz. and 10 Oz. of 91.67% pink gold and 1 Oz. of 99.95% Platinum, each of these bars bears a design representing the lake on an atmospheric moonlit night.


The Platinum & Pink Gold Ingots studded with Argyle Pink Diamonds placed against the backdrop of a starry night sky. The inscription at the extreme right bottom is " ARGYLE PINK DIAMONDS" - "SELECT ATELIER".

Elevating the ingots are seven Argyle pink diamonds which have been hand-set on each of the Reverse to represent one of the best known features of the night sky - the five prominent stars of the Southern Cross, together with the two pointers - Alpha Centauri and Beta Centauri.

An eighth pink diamond has been embedded on the Obverse of each ingot, within the representation of a star-burst.

The Southern Cross Constellation (or "Crux"):

The Southern Cross Constellation lies in a rich area of the Milky Way. Although it is the smallest constellation, it is instantly recognisable and is squeezed between the legs of the Centaur - Centaurus.

The longer axis of the Southern Cross or "Crux", points towards the South Celestial Pole. Its stars were known to the ancient Greeks., who regarded them as part of Centaurus. They were recognised as a separate constellation in the 16th Century.

"Alpha Crucis" or "Acrux" is the most Southerly first-magnitude star. It is a glittering double that is readily divisible through a small telescope. The two components are of magnitudes 1.3 and 1.8.

A wider 5th magnitude star can be seen through binoculars; it is not related to Acrux. The star at the top of the cross is the 2nd magnitude red giant "Gamma Crucis" or "Gacrux". It has an unrelated 6th magnitude companion visible through binoculars. 

Nearby, "Mu Crucis" is a wide pair of 4th and 5th magnitude stars easily separated through a small telescope or a good binoculars.

When European sea-farers returned from exploring the Southern latitudes in the 15th and 16th Centuries, they reported stars they had never seen before. Among the explorers was Amerigo Vespucci (1454-1512), an Italian who in 1501 charted Alpha and Beta Centauri and the stars of the Crux.

A collaboration creating notable Numismatic masterpieces:


In this banner, the Platinum and Pink Gold Ingots are placed against an image of the Southern Cross with a star burst at right, below which is the inscription - "ARGYLE PINK DIAMONDS" & "SELECT ATELIER".

These precious metal coins are the result of a collaboration between the Perth Mint, Australia and an Argyle Pink Diamonds Authorised Partner, who have together created several masterpieces - "The Jewelled Phoenix",  the most expensive collector coin in the world to date - "Discovery" and the "Pink Panther" (Gold & Platinum ingots).

The Kimberley being the sole source of these pink diamonds, with the increasing scarcity of pink diamonds - currently, the total supply of the most spectacular pinks of over half a carat would probably fit into a champagne flute, while the latest diamonds of over a carat would barely fill a teaspoon - these coins/ & ingots are destined to be coveted for all time.

Although the diamonds studded in these precious metal ingots are smaller than the ones used in earlier issues, nevertheless they display the mesmerising appeal of these beautiful stones.

With just 6 10 Oz pink Gold, 250 1 Oz pink Gold and 50 1 Oz pure Platinum ingots available, each ingot represents a collector's delight.

The Ingots:

1) Lake Argyle Pink Gold & Diamonds (2018): 10 Oz. Pink Gold Ingot:

The wonders found in Western Australia's North are celebrated in this ingot masterfully crafted from 10 Oz. of Pink Gold. Magnificent Lake Argyle is showcased in this limited edition design which features stunning diamonds from the nearby Argyle mine in an exclusive celebration of this Lake's beauty.

Featuring eight Fancy to Fancy Purplish Pink quality Argyle Pink Diamonds, handset with an original artistry, the total carat weight of the diamonds is approx. 0.33 Carats.


The Reverse of the 10 Oz. Pink Gold/Argyle Pink Diamonds Ingot shows the Lake Argyle and has 7 Argyle Pink Diamonds studded on this face. This face presents the Lake under a moonlit night sky, with the five prominent stars of the Southern Cross - together with the pointers - Alpha Centauri and Beta Centauri.

The inscriptions are "BEYOND RARE" and ARGYLE PINK DIAMONDS".


The Obverse of the 10 Oz. Pink Gold/Argyle Pink Diamonds Ingot shows the  night-sky, with the logo of the Perth Mint, Australia on top and a solitary diamond within the representation of a star-burst , with stars on both sides of the bottom. The inscriptions are - "0/6 22 CT PINK GOLD 10 Oz."

The specifications of the 10 Oz Pink Gold ingot are:

Metal Composition: 91.67% Fineness Pink Gold, 0.33 Carats (approx.), which includes 8.33% Copper Argyle Pink Diamonds; Diamond Quality: Fancy Pink to Purplish Pink;  Gold - 10 Troy Ounce);  Minimum Gross Weight: 311.05 grams; Maximum Dimensions: 57.70 mm x 36.70 mm; Maximum Thickness: 9.30 mm; Maximum Mintage: 6 pieces; Year of Minting: 2018 (not mentioned on the Ingot).

Remarks: The Ingots are accompanied with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity and are contained in a Premium Presentation Packaging as under: 



2) Lake Argyle Pink Gold & Diamonds (2018):1 Oz. Pink Gold Ingot:

Like the 10 Oz. Pink Gold & Diamonds Ingot, this Ingot too features eight Fancy to Fancy Purplish Pink quality Argyle Pink Diamonds, handset with an original artistry, the total weight of the diamonds is approx. 0.33 Carats.

The Reverse of the 1 Oz. Pink Gold/Argyle Pink Diamonds Ingot shows the Lake Argyle and also has 7 Argyle Pink Diamonds studded on this face. This face presents the Lake under  a moonlit night sky, with the five prominent stars of the Southern Cross - together with the pointers - Alpha Centauri and Beta Centauri.

The inscriptions are "BEYOND RARE" and "ARGYLE PINK DIAMONDS".


The Obverse of the 1 Oz. Pink Gold/Argyle Pink Diamonds Ingot shows the logo of the Perth Mint Australia on top and a solitary diamond within the representation of a star-burst , with stars on both sides at the bottom. The inscriptions are "0/6 22 CT PINK GOLD 1 Oz".

The specifications of the 1 Oz. Pink Gold Ingot are:

Metal Composition: 91.67% Fineness Pink Gold; 0.13 Carats (approx.), which includes 8.33% Copper Argyle Pink Diamonds; Diamond Quality:   Pink Diamonds; Gold - 1 Troy Ounce; Minimum Gross Weight: 31.104 grams; Maximum Dimensions: 41.60 mm x 24.60 mm; Maximum Thickness: 4.0 mm; Maximum Mintage: 250 pieces; Year of Minting: 2018 (not mentioned on the Ingot).

Remarks: The Ingots are accompanied with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity and are contained in a Premium Presentation Packaging as under:

The 1 Oz. Pink Gold, diamond studded Ingot, as it appears in its packaging

                                               Closed cover

The box in which the Presentation Case is placed/shipped 

3) Lake Argyle Platinum &  Pink Diamonds encrusted 1 Oz. Ingot (2018):



The Reverse of the 1 Oz. Platinum/Argyle Pink Diamonds Ingot shows Lake Argyle and also has 7 Argyle Pink Diamonds studded on this face. This face presents the Lake under a moonlit night sky, with the five prominent stars of the Southern Cross - together with the pointers - Alpha Centauri and Beta Centauri.

The inscriptions are "BEYOND RARE" and "ARGYLE PINK DIAMONDS".

The Obverse of the 1 Oz. Platinum/Argyle Pink Diamonds Ingot shows the logo of the Perth Mint Australia on top and a solitary diamond within the representation of a star burst, with stars on both sides at the bottom. The inscriptions are "20/50 9995 PLATINUM 1 Oz."


The specifications of the 1 Oz. Platinum Ingot are:

Metal Composition: 99.95 Fineness Pure Platinum; Argyle Pink Diamonds: 0.13 Carats; Diamond Quality: Fancy intense to vivid pink;  Minimum Gross Weight: 31.119 grams; Maximum Dimensions: 41.60 mm x 24.60 mm; Maximum Thickness: 4.00 grams; Maximum Mintage: 2018 (not mentioned on the Ingot).

Remarks: The Ingots are accompanied with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity and are contained in a Premium Presentation Packaging as under:

The 1 Oz. Argyle Pink Diamond studded Platinum Ingot as it appears in the packaging


                                         Closed Cover


The box in which the Presentation Box is placed/shipped









Links to posts on Australia, New Zealand and countries and Overseas Territories of the South Pacific on this Blog:




2) Papua New Guinea: An uncirculated coin set brought out in 1995 commemorating the 20th Anniversary of Independence 

 3) Currency & Coinage of the Solomon Islands: Dollars and Cents

4) New Zealand: New Banknote "Seventh Series" issued under Project "Brighter Money" from 2015 onwards

5) Coinage of the French Polynesian Island of Caledonia (or Nouvelle Caledonie) the CFP Franc  

6) French Institution for issuing uniform currency/coinage for French Overseas Territories in the Pacific and the French Southern Territories of Antarctica: The Institut d'emmission d'outre Mer (IEOM)

7) Currency & Coinage of Samoa: Tala and Sene 

8) Currency of the South Pacific Island Country of Fiji 

9) Coinage of New Zealand: A commemorative coin set issued in 1979 

10) Currency and Coinage of Australia: Dollars and Cents 

11) The Australian Emblem or the Coat of Arms 

12) The story of the Australian Penny 

13) The Legend of the Mutiny on the Bounty: A Commemorative Coin Set from the Pitcairn Islands depicting relics from the Bounty issued in 2009 

14) An Australian $5 coin issued in 1996, commemorating Australia's greatest cricketing legend - Sir Donald Bradman 

15) New Series/Generation of Australian Banknotes being introduced from 01.09.2016 onwards starting from $5 issues 

16) Southern Lights: A $1 Silver holographic coin issued by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand in January 2017

17) Currency & coinage of the Kingdom of Tonga : Pa'anga & Seniti 

18) Postage Stamps & Coin: Commemorating the Centenary of the Trans-Australian Railway Line stamps issued by Australia Post & coins by Perth Mint on 04.07.2017


20) The Earth and Beyond Coin Series issued by the Royal Australian Mint (RAM): First coin in the series - The Earth - issued on 03.04.2018


21) Wedge Tailed Eagle Coin Series: 200 Dollars Gold, 100 Dollars Gold & 1 Dollar Silver coins brought out by the Perth Mint, Australia in its on-going series started in 2014 in collaboration with John Mercanti, Chief Engraver of the US Mint: Coins issued in 2018


22) Australian Kangaroo Coin Series: 25th Anniversary Commemoration: A $100 Gold Coin and a $10 Silver Coin with selective gold plating issued by the Royal Australian Mint (RAM) in 2018


23) "Kangaroo at Sunset": The Royal Australian Mint (RAM) is phasing out this iconic $25 Gold Coin from its repertoire of Commemorative Coins in 2018


24) "Discovery": An exclusive one piece - 2 Kilo Gold Coin studded with four Argyle Pink Diamonds/Gemstones minted by the Perth Mint, Australia in co-ordination with the Argyle Pink Diamonds Mine on 04.09.2018


25) "The Moon": The Earth and Beyond three Silver Coin Series: Royal Australian Mint issues the second coin in the series - a silver coloured Five (AUD) Dollars Concave-shaped (Domed) Coin on 03.09.2018


26) New $10 Australian Banknote issued on 18.09.2017 under the "Fourth Series of Banknotes": New generation of Australian Banknotes being introduced in a phased manner from 09/2016 onwards by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA)

27) New Australian 50 Dollar Banknote (AUD $50) issued in 10/2018, under the "Fourth Series of Banknotes": New Generation of Australian Banknotes introduced in a phased manner from 09/2016 onwards by Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA)

28) "Lake Argyle" - "The Jewel of the Kimberley", Australia: Limited Edition Series of Rare diamond ingots in Pink Gold (10 Oz. & 1 Oz.) and Platinum (1 Oz.) studded with eight Argyle Pink Diamonds each issued by the Perth Mint, Australia in collaboration with the Argyle Pink Diamond Mine (2018)

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