2018 $1 Ratbags & Rascals S Counterstamp Al/BR Uncirculated Coin in RAM Card

2018 $1 Ratbags & Rascals S Counterstamp Al/Br Uncirculated Coin in RAM CardIn 2018 we commemorate the 80 years of Australia's convict era. Coin collectors, descendants of convicts, and history buffs in Sydney and surrounds will have the opportunity to remember our convict past as the traveling press attends the 2018 Sydney Royal Easter Show.With and exclusive 'S" for Sydney counterstamp, this coin will be a sought-after variant to the popular visitors press coin.In the past Australian were reluctant to acknowledge their convict ancestors, but now days to be descended from a convict is considered a badge of honour. Almost 20 per cent of Australian are currently descended from the convicts who were transported to Australia in the 80 year period between 1788 and 1868.The convicts were a mixed bunch. Some were hardened criminals and scoundrels, some were political prisioners, and some were simply victims of desperate poverty. Many remained in Australia after gaining their freedom, to build new lives. This significant period of migration changed the face of Australia forever and helped create a nation of mixed heritage.Some convicts achieved remarkable fame and fortune, such as Esther Abrahams Johnston. Their stories have entered Australia's folklore and led to the creation of books, films and artworks that have influenced our understanding of this challenging period of history.The coin commemorates Australia's convict era and the varied convict characters who shaped our history.The coin's reverse features an artistic impression of a tree with a canopy representing Australia, with the convict symbols of the Broad Arrow and chains at its roots.The 'S' for Sydney counterstamp, is exclusive to the 2018 Sydney Royal Easter Show.Each coin is packaged in a Royal Australian Mint card featuring and illustration and story of convict Esther Abrahams Johnston who became a New South Wales 'First Lady".The coin's obverse features Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II effigy sculpted by Ian Rank-Broadley, and is issued as Australian legal tender.Denomination :               $1Quality :                         UncirculatedMetal :                           Aluminium BronzeWeight :                         9.00 gmsDiameter :                      25 mmMintage :                        TBACertificate of Authenticity : Royal Australian Mint Seal of Authenticity