The 1/2 oz Australian Gold Kangaroo Coin offers investors and collectors a smaller yet equally exquisite option in the Gold Kangaroo series. Struck from .9999 fine gold, this fractional-ounce coin maintains the high standards of artistry and purity established by the Perth Mint. Each coin comes in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, encapsulated for protection.
Coin Highlights:
- Contains 1/2 Troy oz of .9999 pure gold.
- Face value of $50 (AUD), fully backed by the Australian government.
- Obverse features King Charles III.
- Reverse depicts two kangaroos in the Outback.
- Brilliant Uncirculated condition with protective capsule.
The Gold Kangaroo series dates back to 1986 and is renowned for its annually changing reverse designs. The 1/2 oz coin typically shows two kangaroos interacting in Australia’s arid Outback, emphasizing the resilience and adaptability of these animals. Kangaroos use strong hind legs and long tails to move efficiently across vast landscapes, and this coin captures their graceful movement in fine detail.
The Perth Mint’s obverse effigy of King Charles III presents a left-profile bust, created by Dan Thorne in 2024. These finely struck coins demonstrate the mint’s expertise in precision, relief work, and surface quality. Despite being a fractional-ounce coin, it carries the same artistic and investment appeal as its 1 oz counterpart.
Collectively, the Gold Kangaroo series represents both a store of value and a tribute to Australia’s natural heritage. The annual design variations, combined with limited mintage for fractional coins, ensure these coins remain highly desirable among collectors and investors alike.