2019 Australian $1 Uncirculated Coin - 'Mad Dog' Morgan - M Melbourne Counterstamp

Overview
This Is An Official Royal Australian Mint Release From The 2019 'Australia'S Wild Colonial Bushrangers' Series, Featuring The Notorious Bushranger Daniel 'Mad Dog' Morgan. The Coin Is Presented In Its Original Royal Australian Mint Presentation Card With The Distinctive Yellow Background And Integrated Capsule Display. The M Counterstamp Indicates Melbourne Mint Production.

Specifications
Denomination: One Dollar (Aud $1.00)
Year Of Issue: 2019
Mint: Royal Australian Mint
Mint Mark: M (Melbourne)
Metal Composition: Aluminium-Bronze
Weight: 9.0 Grams
Diameter: 25.00 Millimetres
Finish: Uncirculated
Slabbed: No (Raw Coin In Original Ram Presentation Card)

Design And Historical Context
The Obverse Features Queen Elizabeth Ii In Profile, Designed By Arnold Machin. The Reverse Depicts 'Mad Dog' Morgan In Dramatic Action Pose - A Tall, Imposing Figure In Colonial Dress Wielding A Revolver, Captured Mid-Stride With Flowing Coat And Wide-Brimmed Hat. The Design Captures The Menacing Character That Made Morgan One Of Australia'S Most Feared Bushrangers During The Colonial Era.

Daniel 'Mad Dog' Morgan Terrorised The Australian Landscape With His Erratic Behaviour And Violent Exploits. His Dangerous Reputation And Legendary Status In Australian Criminal History Are Reflected In The Dynamic, Action-Oriented Reverse Design. The Inscription 'The Bold, The Bad, And The Ugly' Frames The Composition, Emphasising The Outlaw Theme Of The Series.

Condition Assessment
Grade: Mint State 65 (Ms-65)
Surface Quality: Brilliant Uncirculated Surfaces With Full Original Mint Lustre. No Evidence Of Circulation Wear. Minor Contact Marks Consistent With Handling During Minting And Packaging Are Present But Do Not Detract From The Overall Eye Appeal.
Obverse: Sharp Strike With Excellent Detail On The Queen'S Profile And All Design Elements. Lustre Is Bright And Uniform Across The Field.
Reverse: Exceptional Detail On Morgan'S Figure, Clothing, And Revolver. The Dramatic Composition Is Rendered With Crisp Definition. Field Shows Characteristic Mint Bloom.
Preservation: Original Presentation Card And Integrated Capsule Provide Excellent Protection. No Environmental Damage, Toning, Or Cleaning Evident.

Presentation And Packaging
Housed In The Original Royal Australian Mint Presentation Card Featuring Vibrant Yellow Background With Black Text And Integrated Clear Plastic Capsule. The Card Includes Full Specifications: Denomination, Metal Composition (Aluminium-Bronze), Weight (9.0G), Diameter (25Mm), And Circulation Status (Uncirculated). The M Melbourne Counterstamp Is Clearly Visible On The Card. Original Ram Branding And Website Reference (Ramint.Gov.Au) Present On Packaging.

Mintage And Rarity
Part Of The 2019 'Australia'S Wild Colonial Bushrangers' Series Released By The Royal Australian Mint. This Commemorative Series Celebrates Australia'S Most Notorious Outlaws. Uncirculated Examples In Original Presentation Packaging Remain Readily Available But Represent The Highest Quality Of Issue For Collectors Seeking Pristine Examples.

Collector Appeal
This Coin Appeals To Multiple Collector Demographics: Australian Numismatists, Colonial History Enthusiasts, Bushranger Folklore Collectors, And Those Seeking Modern Australian Commemorative Coinage. The Dramatic Reverse Design And Historical Subject Matter Make This An Engaging Addition To Any Australian Coin Collection. The Uncirculated Condition And Original Ram Packaging Ensure Authenticity And Preservation.

Investment And Value Considerations
As A Modern Commemorative Issue In Uncirculated Condition With Original Packaging, This Coin Retains Its Numismatic Premium Above Face Value. The 'Mad Dog' Morgan Theme And Artistic Merit Support Collector Demand. Comparable 2019 Ram Uncirculated Dollars In Original Packaging Typically Realise Aud $8-$15 Depending On Specific Bushranger Depicted And Condition Of Packaging.

Buyers Are Encouraged To Inspect The Coin In Person To Assess The Quality Of Strike, Lustre, And Any Minor Contact Marks. The Original Presentation Card And Capsule Are Integral To The Lot And Should Be Retained For Optimal Preservation And Future Resale Value.991770+10

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