1 Kg Silver Coin - 2021 Australian Koala - Perth Mint

Koalas

When early European settlers first encountered koalas in Australia, they thought the tree-climbing animals were monkeys or bears. Even though they're still referred to by some as "koala bears," they're actually marsupials like kangaroos and wombats. Koalas have special physical characteristics that complement their tree-dwelling lifestyle. They're able to grip branches and pick eucalyptus leaves with their two opposable digits, and their tough skin and sharp claws provide traction in climbing. They even have extra thick fur on their seat so they can sit comfortably on branches for hours. Unique to Australia, these animals are a perfect theme for an iconic coin series.

• Obverse: Jody Clark likeness of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the monetary denomination.

• Reverse: Portrays a sleepy koala nestled between the branches of a eucalyptus tree. The inscription "Australian Koala", The Perth Mint's traditional "P" mint mark, the 2021 year-date, and the weight & purity are also included in the design.
  

• Sovereign coin backed by the Australian government.

Silver Koala Coin Series

Beginning in 2007, The Perth Mint introduced the Silver Koala Series in both Gold and Silver. Each year features a different design of this animal that is so strongly associated with Australia. Australian Silver Koala coins are produced in both 1 oz Silver and 1 kilogram size, with the mintage of the 1 oz size capped at just 300,000 coins. This makes the Australian Silver Koala one of the most collectible bullion series. The koala, along with the kookaburra, lunar series and kangaroo form what has continued to be a robust line of high quality bullion products from The Perth Mint of Australia.

Authentic Feature

This coin includes an authentication feature on the reverse in the form of a micro-laser engraved letter. Detectable under a magnifying glass, it is designed to make it significantly more difficult for the coin to be counterfeited.

Presentation & Mintage

Each Silver Bullion Coin is presented in a protective acrylic capsule. Each product comes with its own individual bullion bag.

The coin has a maximum mintage of N/A.

Specifications