2018 $1 Rascals & Ratbags Australia's Convict Era Boyle O'Reilly Australia Counterstamp Uncirculated Coin

Australia's convicts were a mixed bunch whose stories have helped build Australia's history. One of the very last to be transported to Australia was Irish nationalist John Boyle O'Reilly, who became a well-loved journalist, editor and writer. Hardy convicts like O'Reilly and their proud descendants, have helped to build modern Australia.