Because the first British settlement in Australia was a penal colony, there wasn’t much need for coins or currency. As The Perth Mint noted in a blog, authorities envisioned a “self-sufficient ...

A limited edition collector coin featuring a majestic turtle adorned in jewels will be available as part of the Perth Mint’s precious metal collectable range.

The Perth Mint’s gold product sales fell 33% in July from the previous month, while silver sales slipped to a six-month low, the refiner said on Wednesday.

Royal Mint Releases Commemorative Coin to Celebrate 200 Years of British Railways The Royal Mint has released a new commemorative coin celebrating the 200th anniversary of Britain's modern railway, ...