The Australian Kookaburra for 2019 features a striking new design of
Australia’s largest kingfisher.
Famous for its cackling laugh, the native bird is pictured standing on a
sunken tree branch with the setting sun reflected on a rippling waterway.
First issued in 1990, the Kookaburra is Australia’s longest running silver
bullion coin series. Enjoyed for the high standard of its annual artistry,
the coin is also a trusted precious metal option for discerning investors.
Meticulously crafted from 99.99% pure silver and issued as Australian
legal tender, the 2019-dated releases are available in 1oz, 10oz and 1 kilo
options. A maximum of 500,000 1oz coins will be produced, while production of
the two large coins will run for no more than 12 months.
New obverse effigy
These
Australian Kookaburra coins are also notable for being the first Perth Mint
issues to portray Australia’s new portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
Showing the Queen wearing the Royal Diamond Diadem, the official effigy
was created by Jody Clark, an engraver for the United Kingdom’s Royal Mint.
The sixth image of the Queen to appear on Australian coins since Her
Majesty’s accession to the throne in 1952, she faces right in keeping with
tradition.
Purchase now
Available from today*, 2019 Australian Kookaburra silver bullion coins can
be purchased from the Bullion Trading Desk at The Perth Mint located at 310
Hay Street in East Perth, by telephoning 1300 201 112 (Australia) or +61 8
9421 7218 (International), and via the online store at perthmintbullion.com.
Investors can also check the availability of these latest releases with
leading bullion coin dealers worldwide.
(*Please note that 10oz coins will be released at a date to be
announced).
