Australian Kangaroo Gold Coins

Looking to invest in Australian wild beauty through precious metals? Our Australian Kangaroo Gold Coin collection provides exceptional value, showcasing the Perth Mint's rich history and extraordinary craftsmanship.

About Australian Kangaroo Gold Coins

The Perth Mint in Australia produces the Kangaroo gold coin. Created in 1986, it was known as the Gold Nugget coin, but in 1989, the image of a Kangaroo replaced the Nugget.

The coin's design is updated annually with a new Kangaroo image, adding numismatic value beyond intrinsic bullion worth. As a result, these coins can be appreciated over time.

The Kangaroo coin series is available in gold and silver. The Gold Kangaroo collection comes in 1 ounce and fractional-ounce variants, such as 1/10 oz, 1/4 oz, and 1/2 oz, offering investors a range of options. Perth Mint unveiled the Kangaroo coin in silver in 2016, followed by its introduction in platinum in 2017.

Why Buy Australian Kangaroo Gold Coin?

Denominations and Sizes

The Australian Kangaroo Gold coin is accessible to all with differing budgets. These coins are available in weight categories of 1 oz, 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, and 1/10 oz weights with the denominations of 100 AUD, 50 AUD, 25 AUD, and 15 AUD, respectively.

Legal Tender

Gold Kangaroo coins struck by the Perth Mint are recognized as legal tender in Australia. The value of these coins is determined by the Australian government.

Innovative Designs

Each year's issue portrays a new design of the Kangaroo in its natural habitat, with the effigy of the ruling monarch commemorating the country’s Sovereign history.

Market Demand

The kangaroo is Australia’s signature and identifying animal, like the Eagle to the United States of America; the Kangaroo gold coin is highly regarded among investors and collectors for its value, beauty, and appreciation.

Liquidity

Due to its market demand, legal tender status, and value, Australian kangaroo gold coins are easy to liquidate, meaning they can easily be sold, traded, and bought.

Security Features

The Australian Kangaroo Gold Coins are highly secure regarding investment, and features like the micro-engraved letter “P” add to the security.

History of Australian Kangaroo Gold Coins

Tracing back to the roots of gold in Australia tells us its significance in Australia’s population, economy, and world recognition. Since the Australian Gold Rush in 1851, gold has been prominent in Australia, employing thousands of individuals.

Many iconic creations were released with abundant gold in the country, such as the Australian Gold Nugget by Gold Corporation, commonly known as the Perth Mint, in 1986. After the redesign in 1990, these gold coins became the Kangaroo Gold Coins, featuring the native Kangaroo and ruling monarch effigy.

These coins are struck in .9999 fine gold and are legal tenders under the Australian Currency Act of 1965. Since then, the Australian Kangaroo gold coins have undoubtedly been the face of Australia and the Perth Mint! For a detailed history of the kangaroo gold coins, read here.

DID YOU KNOW?

The Perth Mint created the largest coin accredited by the Guinness Book of World Records in 2012, weighing a whopping 1 tonne, 80 cm wide, and 12 cm deep.

Design of Kangaroo Gold Coin

Obverse

The Kangaroo Gold Coin’s obverse, featuring the effigy of the ruling monarch, traces its roots back to Australia's sovereign history. Since 1986 (when the Kangaroo gold coin was Gold Nugget), the gold coin featured the effigy of H. M. Queen Elizabeth II until her passing in 2023.

For the first time in 2023, the coin featured Dan Thorne's effigy of King Charles III. Along with the portrait, the obverse bears the identifying marks: country of issue, the monarch’s title, and denomination.

Reverse

The reverse features a portrayal of the native Kangaroo in its natural habitat. With each issue, the design changes, depicting the kangaroo's lifestyle, habits, beauty, and significance of the Kangaroo. The inscriptions on the reverse represent purity, weight, and year of issue.

Various Gold Kangaroo Designs Timeline

1986-1998: Introduced Raphael Maklouf’s third-generation effigy of Queen Elizabeth II.

1999-2017: Featured Ian Rank-Broadley’s fourth-generation portrayal of H. M. Queen Elizabeth II on Kangaroo gold coins.

2017/18-2023: Introduced the final and fifth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark and the Memorial design after the Queen’s passing in 2022.

2023-Present: For the first time, featured a monarch other than Queen Elizabeth II by featuring King Charles III by Dan Thorne after the King’s coronation.

Year	Mintage
2015	206,743
2015	206,743
2016	92,000
2017	229,633
2018	188,923
2019	188,923
2020	385,598
2021	559,131
2022	81,097
2023	TBD

Buy Kangaroo Gold Coins From BOLD!

Collectors and investors highly value Kangaroo Gold coins because of their historical significance and global recognition. These coins are exceptional due to their high quality, intricate design, and brilliant combination of aesthetics and monetary worth. The Australian Kangaroo gold coins are available at BOLD Precious Metals at the lowest prices, ensuring accessibility for buyers.

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