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Mint under pump as gold demand soars


THE Perth Mint was forced to suspend new orders for gold coins in December and January because it could not keep up with surging demand from overseas. The mint’s treasurer said there was no doubt people were seeking the safe haven of gold, rather than the turbulent share market, amid the global financial crisis, The Australian reported.

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Perth Mint Rolls Out Five-Coin Battlefield Series


A 1-ounce silver proof coin featuring the 480 BCE Battle of Thermopylae is the maiden issue of the Perth Mint’s new five-coin Famous Battles Series.

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