Available from the Perth Mint of Australia is the 2013 Kookaburra Silver High Relief Proof Coin. This coin is struck from one ounce of 99.9% pure silver to proof quality with high relief imagery.
Issue limits for this release is capped at 9,000. An additional 1,000 may be issued as part of other product options leading to a maximum mintage for the strike of 10,000.
The high relief of the proof coin allows for enhanced detail on the designs and offers another option for Kookaburra coins from the Perth Mint. The series itself dates back to 1990 when Kookaburra Silver Bullion Coins made their debut. It was not until last year, however, that the Perth Mint released a high relief proof version of the series.
Kookaburras are part of the Kingfisher species and are native to portions of Australia and nearby New Guinea. The birds can grow to be relatively large (up to 42 cm or 17 inches) but are likely most well known for their call. Many liken it to the sound of human laughter.
Coin Designs and Specifications
Shown on the reverse of the proof coin is the image of two young kookaburras. Both birds are perched together on the same tree branch with native bush flowers adding to the scene.
Inscriptions on the design include AUSTRALIAN KOOKABURRA, 2013, 1 oz 999 SILVER and the Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mint mark. This reverse image was created by Perth Mint artist Natasha Muhl. The obverse of the coin includes a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley. Obverse inscriptions surrounding the portrait include ELIZABETH II, AUSTRALIA and 1 DOLLAR.
Packaging for the release includes a black Perth Mint presentation case and a custom illustrated shipper. Also included is a numbered certificate of authenticity.
Specifications of Kookaburra Silver High Relief Proof Coin
| Silver Content (Troy oz.) | 1 |
| Face Value (AUS) | $1 |
| Fineness (% purity) | 99.9 |
| Minimum Gross Weight (grams) | 31.135 |
| Maximum Diameter (mm) | 32.60 |
| Maximum Thickness (mm) | 6.00 |
| Maximum Mintage | 10,000 |
| Reverse Designer | Natasha Muhl |
Orders for the 2013 Kookaburra Silver High Relief Proof Coin may be placed directly with the Perth Mint of Australia at www.perthmint.com.au. Pricing, which can change depending on the silver market, is currently at AUS $92.73, or US $90.68. Customers from the U.S. are asked to place orders through www.paradisemint.com.
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