The Dreaming Series is the current chapter in The Perth Mint’s prestigious Discover Australia coin program depicting iconic aspects of Australian wildlife, landscape and culture. Following the outstanding success of the first Dreaming releases in 2009, the Mint proudly presents the 2010 gold, silver and platinum proof coins depicting Indigenous designer Darryl Bellotti’s unique interpretations of more well-known Australian animals.

Proof Quality 99.99% Pure Gold

These 2010 coins are struck by The Perth Mint from 1/2oz, 1/10oz and 1/25oz of 99.99% pure gold in proof quality.

Australian Legal Tender

The coins are issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965.

Saltwater Crocodile Design

The reverse of each coin depicts a unique interpretation of a Saltwater Crocodile – the world's largest reptile, which lives in coastal waters and rivers across northern Australia. 

Created by Indigenous Artist Darryl Bellotti

Designs for the three-year Dreaming Series have been created by Darryl Bellotti, The Perth Mint’s Indigenous artist.  Read more about Darryl Bellotti.

HM Queen Elizabeth II Obverse

The obverse of each coin bears the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Extremely Limited Mintage

The Perth Mint will release no more than 1,000 1/2oz gold coins, 2,500 1/10oz gold coins and 25,000 1/25oz gold coins.

Numbered Certificate of Authenticity

Each coin is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Presentation Packaging

Each coin is housed in presentation packaging comprising a display case featuring a timber lid and a superbly illustrated box-shipper.

Technical Specifications

TAKE OUT A THREE-YEAR SUBSCRIPTION AND RECEIVE A FREE DISPLAY BOX

Guarantee availability of future Dreaming Series releases by taking out a three-year subscription now.  Each subscription comprises a 2009, 2010 and 2011 Five-Coin Year Set (15 coins). Every subscriber is entitled to a stylish complimentary Display Box.  Designed to keep your coin sets in perfect presentation order, the stylish Display Box is delivered with your final Five-Coin Year Set in 2011. The three-year subscription offer is not available online. Should you like to take advantage of this offer please telephone 1300 663 991 (Australia only), +61 8 9421 7218 (International) or email orders@perthmint.com.au. Alternatively you can download a printable Order Form by clicking here.