The Australian Silver Kookaburra, minted by the Perth Mint, is a remarkable silver bullion coin with a rich history. Since its introduction in 1990, it has been released annually alongside the Australian Gold Kangaroo. At BGASC, we are thrilled to offer you the opportunity to purchase the 1 oz Australian Silver Kookaburra Coin.

Highlights:

• Comes inside protective plastic flips!
• Features varying privy marks from different years of issue!
• Available in varied conditions!
• First issued in 1990!
• Contains 1 Troy oz of .999 or .9999 pure silver.
• The face value of $5 or $1 (AUD) is fully backed by Australia.
• Obverse field is Queen Elizabeth II.
• Reverse field is a Kookaburra.
• Please bear in mind that you may receive several coins with the same date mark, design, and matching privy marks when ordering multiples. These coins also come in varied conditions and could have matching flaws when buying multiples.

When you purchase the 1 oz Australian Silver Kookaburra Coin from BGASC, rest assured that your coin will arrive in protective plastic flips to safeguard its condition. It is important to keep in mind that when buying multiple coins, there is a possibility of receiving several with the same date, design, or matching privy marks. At BGASC, our coin selection process is random, and we cannot guarantee a specific date or privy mark. Additionally, there may be matching flaws among the coins when buying multiples.

Obverse

The obverse of the 1 oz Silver Kookaburra Coin features a variety of effigies of Queen Elizabeth II. From 1990 to 1998, the obverse displayed Raphael Makloufs effigy, showcasing Her Majesty wearing the Royal Diadem. Ian Rank-Broadleys depiction of the Queen adorned with the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland diamond tiara graced the coins from 1999 to 2018. Since 2019, Jody Clarks design, featuring Her Majesty donning the Royal Diamond Diadem, has been used. Inscriptions include the denomination, year of issue, and the Queens name.

Reverse

The reverse side of the Australian Silver Kookaburra Coin portrays a captivating image of a Kookaburra, a well-known bird associated with the vast Outback. Each year, the coin features a distinct design of this remarkable creature on its reverse. Inscriptions include the name of the coin, year of issue, and metal purity.

History

The face value of these coins was $5 (AUD) for the 1990 and 1991 issues, and it was adjusted to $1 (AUD) in 1992, remaining the same ever since. This series showcases a diverse collection of privy-marked releases. Notable examples include a gilded Kookaburra, a zodiac privy issued in 2005, and privy coins commemorating the Chinese Zodiac starting in 2012.

Ordering

If you have any questions or need further assistance, the BGASC team is always ready to help. Contact our dedicated customer service team at 888-992-4272 for any inquiries you may have. We are also available via email and online chat to provide you with the support you need.