1 OUNCE AUSTRALIAN SILVER KANGAROO (RANDOM YEAR)

General Overview
• The Australian Silver Kangaroo is a relatively new addition to the Perth Mint’s prestigious bullion lineup, debuting in 2016.
• It joins the legacy of the Koala and Kookaburra coins with a design focused on Australia’s most iconic animal—the kangaroo.
• Known for its striking purity, security features, and mass appeal, the Silver Kangaroo is now an annual release that rivals the most recognized silver bullion coins in the world.

Coin Highlights
• Contains 1 Troy oz of .999 or .9999 fine silver
• Issued by the Perth Mint
• Legal tender with a $1 AUD face value
• Features Queen Elizabeth II (pre-2024) or King Charles III (2024 onward) on the obverse
• Reverse features the red kangaroo and anti-counterfeit micro-engraved “A”
• Ships in protective plastic flips; multiples in tubes of 20 or boxes of 100
• Random year and condition (Varied)
• Enhanced with micro-laser security features (visible under magnification)

Design Details
• Obverse:
• Depicts the reigning monarch at the time of issue.
• Pre-2024: Right-profile portrait of Queen Elizabeth II (varies by era and artist)
• 2024 and beyond: Left-profile portrait of King Charles III
• Surrounding inscriptions include the monarch's name, issuing country (AUSTRALIA), and denomination ($1 AUD).
• Reverse:
• Features a red kangaroo mid-bound, designed by Dr. Stuart Devlin, the former goldsmith and official designer for the Australian government.
• The background includes radial lines and a hidden security “A” inside the “Australia” engraving—only visible under magnification.

Specifications
• Year of Issue: Random (2016–Present)
• Denomination: $1 AUD
• Condition: Varied (BU or with minor handling marks)
• Mint Mark: P (Perth Mint)
• Manufacturer: Perth Mint
• Composition: .999 or .9999 Fine Silver
• Metal Weight: 1 Troy oz
• Diameter: 40.6 mm
• Thickness: 3.2 mm
• Edge Design: Reeded
• Issuing Country: Australia
• Series: Australian Kangaroos
• Obverse Designer: Varies by monarch and year
• Reverse Designer: Dr. Stuart Devlin
• Packaging Type: Plastic Flip (individual), Tubes of 20, or Boxes of 100
• Capsule Size: 40.6 mm
• Package Dimensions: 1.596 x 1.596 x 0.109 in
• Certificate of Authenticity (CoA): Not Included