5 oz, Australia, 2020, Silver - Koala
5 oz, Australian, 2020, 8 Dollars, Silver - Koala. Features one of Australia’s favourite animals, the Australian Koala
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Since 2008, the Perth Mint minted its popular Koala motive as a 5 ounce(5oz) silver coin. The "Koala" coin series was introduced from 2007.
This 2020 coin from the popular Australian Koala series is struck from 1 oz of 99.99% pure silver 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. 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 |
2020 |
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Value |
5 Oz, 8 Dollars, Eight Dollars, $8 AUD |
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Metal |
Silver 9999 (5 Troy oz) |
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Weight |
155.5gm |
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Diameter |
50.60mm |
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Thickness |
5.9mm |
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Obverse Design |
Jody Clark(JC) |
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Reverse Design |
Ing Ing Jong(IJ) |
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Shape |
Round |
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Last issue of series |
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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 · 8 DOLLARS ·(denomination) JC (Designers Initials) |
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Reverse |
Features a koala Lettering: AUSTRALIAN KOALA 2020 5 oz 9999 SILVER (Date, Gold Weight, Purity) IJ (Initials) 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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2020 |
50,000 |
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- Material
- Silver
- Denomination
- $8 AUD
- Shape
- Round
- Time
- 2000s
- Object
- Animal - Koala
- Rulers
- King Charles III
- Weight
- 5 oz