The RAM will not be attending the EKKA show this year ( 10th August - 19th August ) but have released a 2018 $1 "B" counterstamp Ratbag and Rascals coin that is available thru dealers.
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Actually, I shouldn't laugh. The 4-coin Privy Mark coin sets are all minted in Canberra aren't they?
I think it's ridiculous. Why can't they skip the Sydney or Melbourne shows for a change, instead of skipping the Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth ones? Are we somehow inferior to Australia's two largest cities?
That's disapointing for the agricultural show
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From the RAM facebook page.
- Brisbane Ekka & Royal Melbourne Show --
The Mint will not be attending these events this year. However, don't despair, in their place the Mint will have special popup events in each location offering 'B' counterstamp in Brisbane and 'M' counterstamp in Melbourne later this year. Stay tuned to this page for the dates, locations and other exciting announcements coming soon!
The RAM are continually disappointing collectors this year with the way they are using pop up events to offer exclusive items that most people cannot get to
You know it's bad when even the Melbourne Show misses out. :(
Haven't seen any listed on thieveBay yet
Just received a phone call from Downies to advise me that the "B" Counterstamp will be delayed by several months due to other coin minting requirements at the RAM.
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Quote from: 'Goldseeker' pid='116350' dateline='1534127196'Just received a phone call from Downies to advise me that the "B" Counterstamp will be delayed by several months due to other coin minting requirements at the RAM.
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Thanks Goldseeker it's a pity the RAM can't send this info to collectors :@