1/10 oz, Australia, 2023, Platinum - Koala
1/10 oz, Australian, 2023, 15 Dollars, Platinum - Koala. Features one of Australia’s favourite animals, the Australian Koala
Since 2007, the Perth Mint has introduced "Koala" coin series.
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 |
2023 |
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Value |
1/1 oz, 15 Dollars, Fifteen Dollars, $15 AUD |
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Metal |
999.5 Pure Platinum |
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Weight |
1/10 Troy Ounce (3.11gm) |
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Diameter |
16.1.mm |
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Thickness |
1.15mm |
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Obverse Design |
Jody Clark (JC) |
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Reverse Design |
Ing Ing Jong (IG) |
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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) Features the Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Lettering: ELIZABETH II 1952-2022 · AUSTRALIA · 15 DOLLARS ·(denomination) JC (Designers Initials for Jody Clark) |
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Reverse |
Features a koala with its joey Lettering: KOALA 2023 1/10 oz 9995 PLATINUM (Date, Platinum Weight, purity) IJ(initials) P (Perth Mint's Mark on left side) |
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Edge |
Milled (no inscription) |
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Mintage |
Proof Mintage |
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2023 |
300,000 |
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- Material
- Platinum
- Denomination
- $15 AUD
- Shape
- Round
- Time
- 2000s
- Object
- Animal - Koala
Person (king, queen, tsar, president) - Rulers
- Queen Elizabeth II
- Weight
- 1/10 oz