The Whale Shark is the world’s largest fish, yet despite its formidable size is considered harmless. Found in coastal waters and the lagoons of coral atolls, this majestic creature was not discovered until 1828 although the species is actually millions of years old.
99.95% Pure Platinum in Proof Quality
Each coin is struck by The Perth Mint from 1/10oz of 99.95% pure platinum in proof quality.
Whale Shark Reverse Design
The Whale Shark coin's reverse depicts a Whale Shark swimming through blue ocean waters. The inscriptions DISCOVER AUSTRALIA and WHALE SHARK along with The Perth Mint’s famous ‘P’ mintmark are also included in the design.
Extremely Limited Mintage
The Perth Mint will release no more than 1,000 of each of these 1/10oz platinum proof coins.
Australian Legal Tender
Issued as Australian legal tender, each coin's obverse bears the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the year-date and the monetary denomination.
Numbered Certificate of Authenticity
Each coin is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.
Presentation Display Packaging
The iconic, themed display packaging includes a coloured shipper and display case with a classic timber lid.
The Perth Mint is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated 2012 Discover Australia 1/10oz platinum proof coin series featuring the iconic Red Kangaroo, Kookaburra, Green and Gold Bell Frog, Goanna and Whale Shark.