5 oz, Australia, 2015, Gold - Koala
5 oz, Australian, 2015, 500 Dollars, Gold - Koala. Features one of Australia’s favourite animals, the Australian Koala
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Since 2014, the Perth Mint minted its popular Koala motive in 5 ounce gold (5oz). The "Koala" coin series was introduced from 2007.
This 2015 coin from the popular Australian Koala series is struck from 5 oz of 99.99% pure gold with an endearing design of Australia’s mammal.
Each year, a new coin is released featuring a different depiction of this animal on the reverse. This year's design showcases a new portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark. When early European settlers first encountered koalas in Australia, they mistakenly believed these tree-dwelling creatures were either monkeys or bears. Koalas have distinct physical traits that help them thrive in their arboreal environment. Their ability to grasp branches and select eucalyptus leaves, along with their tough skin and sharp claws, provide excellent grip for climbing. With dense, thick fur, they can comfortably sit on branches for long periods. These unique Australian animals make an ideal symbol of Australia's wildlife in the coin series.
Coin Specifications:
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Country |
Australia |
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Year |
2015 |
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Value |
5 Oz, 500 Dollars, Five Hundred Dollars, $500 AUD |
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Metal |
Gold 9999 (5 Troy oz) |
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Weight |
155.533gm |
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Diameter |
50.50mm |
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Thickness |
5.9mm |
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Obverse Design |
(IRB) Ian Rank-Broadley |
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Reverse Design |
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Shape |
Round |
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Last issue of series |
2014 - current |
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Obverse |
Depicts Queen Elizabeth II adorned with jewels (Australia operates under a constitutional monarchy, whereby Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is also the Queen of Australia) Lettering: · ELIZABETH II AUSTRALIA 500 DOLLARS ·(denomination) JC (Designers Initials for Jody Clark) |
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Reverse |
Features a koala sitting in tree Lettering: AUSTRALIAN KOALA 2015 5 oz 9999 GOLD (Date, Gold Weight, Purity) P (Perth Mint's Mark - right side) |
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Edge |
Milled (no inscription) |
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Mintage |
Proof Mintage |
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2015 |
50 |
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- Material
- Gold
- Denomination
- $500 AUD
- Shape
- Round
- Time
- 2000s
- Object
- Animal - Koala
- Rulers
- Queen Elizabeth II
- Weight
- 5 oz