Firmly established as one of Australia’s favourite collectable
issues, the Australian Koala 1oz silver coin portrays delightful new artistry each
year.
Specimen Quality 99.9% Pure Silver
The latest 1oz Australian Koala is struck from 99.9% pure silver in specimen
quality.
Iconic Koala Design
The 2009-dated coin’s reverse design depicts an iconic image of a young koala sitting
on a tree branch.
Unique ‘Shimmer’ Background
The reverse design, which incorporates The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark, appears on a
unique ‘shimmer’ background.
Australian Legal Tender
Issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965, the coin bears
the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on its obverse.
Illustrated Presentation Card
The coin is housed on a beautifully illustrated display card, which includes a
Certificate of Authenticity on the back.
Mint-To-Order
The 2009 Silver Koala is struck on a ‘Mint-to-Order’ basis only. Production will
close on announcement of the 2010-dated coin, enabling The Perth Mint to declare its
official mintage.