Australian Kangaroo 1/4 oz Gold Coin History
This Australian Gold Kangaroo coin was produced by the prestigious Perth Mint of Australia. Since 1987, this stunning collection has been captivating collectors and investors with its lifelike portrayal of Australia’s most iconic marsupial. The quarter ounce coins in the series are minted from 1/4 troy oz. of 99.99% pure gold, giving it an impressive face value of $25 AUD.
The Gold Kangaroo coin was introduced in 1986 as a .9999 fine bullion coin and the designs have changed since 1989 with various versions of the kangaroo.
Gold Australian Kangaroo 1/4 oz Coin Specifications:
- Mint Perth Mint-P
- Series Started in 1987
- Face Value $25 AUD
- Purity 0.999 gold
- Gold content 1/4 troy oz.
- Obverse: Designed by Ian Rank-Broadley, features Queen Elizabeth II right facing wearing a crown encircled with her name and “Australia.” Blow her majesty is the 25 Dollars denomination.
- Reverse: Features Australia’s most recognizable animal, a kangaroo. Each coin in the series features a different version of the kangaroo.