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 2007-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 - Sturt’s Desert Pea

The reverse of each coin depicts Sturt's Desert Pea (Swainsona formosa) in colour.  Originally noted by the explorer Charles Sturt, it was adopted as the floral emblem of South Australia on 23 November 1961.  Occurring in arid woodlands and on open plains throughout central Australia, its striking blood red flowers and black 'boss' appear in clusters of six to eight on short, thick, erect stalks.

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.