The Perth Mint :: Discover Australia 2006 Cooktown Orchid 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, flora and landmarks.

Proof Quality 99.95% Pure Platinum

These 2006-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 - Cooktown Orchid
The reverse of each coin depicts the Cooktown Orchid (Dendrobium phalaenopsis) in colour. First recorded on Mount Adolphus Island, Torres Strait, it was adopted as the floral emblem of Queensland on 19 November 1959. The maroon-coloured species occurs in the north of the State from Johnston River to Iron Range, growing in exposed situations, usually attached to a tree trunk. The coloured reverse includes the year-date.
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.