Welcome to Smalls Auctions Sale 320. We have called this our ‘Modern Madness Sale’ because nearly a third of the lots on offer are commemorative coin issues from the Royal Australian Mint and the Perth Mint with many struck in pure silver and gold. Both precious metals are on the rise, fuelled by the unbridled actions of the ‘Three Unwise Monkeys’, Trump, Putin and Netanyahu. The World is in safe hands – Not!‘ Other highlights include : Four unique First Prefix AA ‘Specimen’ Serial Notes issued with the imprimatur of the Governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia. An AA prefix 1988 Australian Bicentennial $10 hand-signed by the two note signatories, 'Johnston’ & ‘Fraser'. An iconic Australian 1930 Penny. Tis coin is problem free and is a solid good Fine in grade. Happy bidding. Smalls Auctions

Welcome to Smalls Auctions Sale 321. In the modern world, all great movies deserve a sequel – and so too do modern coin issues, which brings us to Modern Madness Sale - 2. This edition features an expanded selection of commemorative coins from around the globe, including two high-relief coins depicting Vincent Van Gogh’s iconic works, struck for the Cook Islands and Chad—countries he never visited, but which have paid vibrant tribute to his legacy. Beyond modern coinage, we’re also offering an exceedingly rare unauthorised account of Captain James Cook’s Second Voyage to the Pacific in 1772, written by “an Officer on Board” and published before the Admiralty’s official release, providing a more candid perspective. We’ve included near-pristine examples of the Pingo medals of Captain Cook, struck in silver and copper for the Royal Society in 1784, which remain a testament to his legacy as one of the world’s greatest explorers. Also on offer is a remarkable selection of ancient weaponry, including two Etruscan spearheads with provenance from the Harold Pederson Collection sold at Christie’s London in 1978, as well as a trio of bangles—two jade and one malachite—squeezed into the sale at the last moment and offered at a fraction of their retail value. Happy bidding, Smalls Auctions.