The 2018 Gold Australian Koala coin comes in a one or two ounce version. The one ounce coin has a limited mintage of 500 and is a popular series that celebrates the much loved Australian marsupial.
DESIGN
The coin portrays the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, The monetary denomination is on its obverse.
Designer: Ian Rank-Broadley
The reverse of this coin depicts one of Australia’s most recognized and best loved animals, the koala bear, sitting on a branch of a eucalyptus tree, with gum leaves and flowers in the background.
Designer: Natasha Muhl
HISTORY
The 2018 Gold Australian Koala coin is a stunning one ounce coin from the Perth Mint and is beautifully packaged in a timber display case. The obverse and reverse are minted on concave surfaces. This popular coin has a limited mintage of 500 and is a favorite among collectors that love Australia’s famous marsupial.
FACTS
Australia
Mint
Perth Mint
Metal
99.99 percent gold
Weight
31.07 grams
Diameter
27.30 mm
Thickness
5.0 mm
Date Issued
2018
Face Value
$1.00