The Perth Mint :: Discover Australia 2008 Red Flowered Kurrajong 1/2oz 1/10oz Platinum Coins

Discover Australia is a magnificent collector coin program from the historic Perth Mint. Scheduled for release between 2006 and 2008, the program comprises pure gold, silver and platinum proof coins depicting Australia's amazing fauna, landmarks and flora.

Proof Quality 99.95% Pure Platinum

These 2008-dated coins are struck from 1/2oz and 1/10oz of 99.95% pure platinum in proof quality. (1/2oz denomination used in obverse illustration.)

Flora Theme - Red Flowered Kurrajong

The reverse of each coin depicts the Red Flowered Kurrajong (Brachychiton paradoxum) in colour. This small deciduous tree is common in the lowlands of the Kakadu region of the Northern Territory. During the dry season – from May to September - bright-red bell-shaped flowers appear on short stems from its straggly branches. The tree’s bark is a source of fibre, used by Aboriginal people for weaving.

Australian Legal Tender

Issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965, the coins depict Ian Rank-Broadley's effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse.

Uniquely Australian Packaging

Each coin is housed in a superb presentation case with a lid made from Australian blackbutt timber. The case comes in a protective outer shipper featuring Discover Australia's distinctive logo.

Numbered Certificate of Authenticity

Each coin is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Limited Mintage

The Perth Mint will release no more than 1,000 1/2oz and 2,500 1/10oz coins worldwide.