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2019 $1 Mutiny And Rebellion: The Rum Rebellion 1oz Silver Proof Coin
The 'Rum Rebellion' of 1808 was a clash between elite military and government, as well as between two powerful personalities: John Macarthur and William Bligh.
Bligh's defeat as Governor of New South Wales was in fact the catalyst for the introduction of the rule of law in Australia. This 2019 $5 Silver Proof Coin commemorates Australia's only successful military coup.
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2038
In January 1808, the New South Wales Corps left their barracks and marched to Government House to overthrow the Governor.
Governor William Bligh, who had already survived a notorious mutiny, was an ill-tempered and determined man. He had arrived in New South Wales to find the colony struggling, while the elite members of the New South Wales Corps had seized land and resources for themselves, trading in rum, among other goods.
Bligh attempted to break the 'Rum Corps' stranglehold on the colony's economy, clashing with the ambitious and equally ill-tempered John Macarthur. The conflict between Bligh and Macarthur eventually led to the events of 1808: the only time in Australia's history that a military coup has overthrown the government.
Ironically, the Rum Rebellion led to the collapse of the military's power and introduction of the rule of law in Australia.
Coin Highlights:
- Design reflects the historic clash of the Rum Rebellion
- Struck from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver in a highest quality proof finish
- Limited mintage just 1,500 coins
- Australian legal tender
| Mint | Royal Australian Mint |
|---|---|
| Country Of Issue | Australia |
| Year | 2019 |
| Denomination | $1 |
| Metal Type | Silver |
| Weight (g) | 31.1 |
| Purity (%) | 99.9 |
| Diameter (mm) | 40.00 |
| Mintage | 1,500 |
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