The 1 oz Australian Silver Kookaburra Coin is a premier silver bullion coin produced by the Perth Mint. Containing 1 troy ounce of .999 fine silver, this coin features the kookaburra, one of Australia’s most iconic birds, on its reverse. Coins are offered as random years with varied condition, which may include minor handling marks or surface imperfections.
Coin Highlights:
- Contains 1 Troy oz of .999 fine silver.
- Face value of $1 (AUD), fully backed by the Australian government.
- Obverse features Queen Elizabeth II or King Charles III, depending on the year.
- Reverse depicts the Australian kookaburra in its natural habitat.
- Random year of issue; year cannot be guaranteed.
- Varied condition; coins may have minor handling marks.
First released in 1990, the Australian Silver Kookaburra series has become highly sought after by collectors worldwide. Each year, the Perth Mint introduces a new reverse design, showcasing the kookaburra in various poses or settings, from perched in eucalyptus trees to calling out in the wild. This annual redesign makes the series unique and appealing to numismatists who enjoy variety and artistry.
The obverse of the coin features the effigy of the reigning monarch. Older issues display Queen Elizabeth II, while recent releases show King Charles III in left-profile relief. The Perth Mint ensures that each coin is struck with precision, offering a brilliant uncirculated finish that highlights the fine details of both the kookaburra and the surrounding scenery.
Kookaburras are celebrated in Australia for their distinctive call, which resembles human laughter, and their role in local ecosystems as carnivorous birds that help control insect and small animal populations. Collecting the Australian Silver Kookaburra Coin is a way to appreciate Australian wildlife while investing in high-quality, government-backed silver bullion.
Each coin ships individually in protective packaging or in tubes for multiples. The random-year format adds excitement for collectors, offering the opportunity to obtain a range of designs and capture the evolution of the series over time.
