The Australian Platinum Koala coin series, introduced by the Perth Mint in 1988, was one of the earliest platinum bullion series available worldwide. The coins in this series were struck from 1988 until 2000, with sizes ranging from 1 oz to fractional-ounce coins like the 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, and 1/10 oz coins. BGASC now offers the 1992 1 oz Australian Platinum Koala Coin.

Highlights:

• Arrives inside a protective flip!
• 5th coin in the Platinum Koala Series!
• Total mintage of 44,920 coins!
• Contains 1 Troy oz of .9995 pure platinum.
• Issued a face value of $100 (AUD), fully backed by the Australian government.
• Obverse features Queen Elizabeth II.
• Reverse depicts the koala in its natural environment.

Each 1992 1 oz Australian Platinum Koala Coin comes inside a protective flip. This coin represents the fifth release in the Platinum Koala Series, a program that ran until 2000. Each year featured a new koala design, which adds to the appeal of these coins among collectors and investors.

Obverse

On the obverse of the 1992 Australian Platinum Koala Coin, Queen Elizabeth II is featured in a portrait designed by Raphael Maklouf in 1985. This design shows the Queen facing right, wearing the George IV State Diadem, a crown typically worn during state events.

Reverse

The reverse side of the 1992 1 oz Platinum Koala Coin shows the iconic koala holding onto the branches of a tree. Koalas have long been the subject of scientific research, with one notable discovery being their human-like fingerprints, which closely resemble those of humans.

History

Koalas are unique animals, known for their solitary lifestyles. Each adult koala maintains a “home range” in the trees, with overlapping territories among females and their offspring. Male koalas make distinct calls during the breeding season, from December to March, to attract mates and mark their dominance in the area.

Ordering

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