For Speed and Coin lovers !...

To be issued on 11 May 2009

Hi ! I recently I came across through net surfing, a thrilling set of stamps to be issued by Isle of Man on Honda Racing. A very colorful fantastic set that can attract any speed lover. A wonderful set to be brought out by Isle of Man on 11th May 2009.This year, 2009 marks the 50th anniversary of Honda's participation at the Isle of Man TT Races. This set of 6 stamps focuses on Honda's racing achievements on the Island since 1959. After these exciting stamps I have two lovely coins, recently issued by the country which has issued a number of magnificent coins besides sets of exclusive design of stamps.These two awesome coins issued by Australia, depict Barbie Doll and the famous Koala Bear. These are so beautiful that I can't wait for next Post and I want to share them with you right now. These are just cute and lovely that anyone would like to possess them. Some more wonderful coins have been issued by Australia in Discover Australia series, about which I would write later. But for today's post these exciting and lovely 'stamps and coins' for today's Post ! Well, many of you must be collecting coins, so I never miss to write about coins with exclusive designs!...... This is all for Today !......More in Next.....Till Then......Have a Nice Time !...

For Coin Collectors....

This stunning commemorative coin is released to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Barbie, one of the hottest selling toys and collectables in the world.

Design

The coin’s reverse depicts classic images of Barbie on a background featuring coloured highlights in pink. The design also incorporates the Barbie - 50th anniversary logo and The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark. The Raphael Maklouf effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the 2009 year-date appear on the coin’s obverse.

Other details
Issue date: 24 March 2009Denomination: $1
Metal: 99.9% pure SilverMass: 31.135g

Diameter: 40.6mm

Finish: Proof

The 2009 Gilded Koala portrays a young koala sitting on a tree branch.

Details about the coin
Issue date: 12 January 2009

Denomination: $1

Metal: 99.99% pure SilverMass: 31.13g

Diameter: 40.60mm

Finish: Gilded

Courtesy - Australia Post