1999 1 oz Australian Kookaburra Silver Coin

Although Perth Mint has been running several successful coin programs, the Silver Kookaburras are among the most renowned to originate from the official Australian mint. This 1999 1 oz Kookaburra Silver Coin holds the honor of being the 10th release in the Kookaburra Silver Coin series that Perth Mint launched in 1990. Wholly owned by the government of Western Australia, Perth Mint is Australia’s official bullion Mint. It was established in 1899 as a branch of the Royal Mint in London. Each of these coins is struck using 0.999 pure silver weighing 1 troy ounce. Moreover, they carry a face value of $1 (AUD) as the Australian government recognizes them as legal tender.The reverses of these coins depict two kookaburra birds perched on a tree, a brilliant portrayal created by Sara Langridge. On the other hand, the obverses of these coins feature Ian Rank-Broadley’s rendition of Queen Elizabeth II’s portrait. This side also displays the name of the Queen, name of the issuing country, and the coin’s face value.These 1999 1 oz Kookaburra Silver Coins will make the perfect addition to collections focused on Australian coinage. Furthermore, they are excellent investments for those who want to diversify their precious metals portfolios.