2015-P PCGS PR-70 1 oz Australian Wedge-Tailed Eagle High Relief Proof Gold Coin - John Mercanti Label
The Australian Perth Mint’s Wedge-Tailed Eagle Series is a highly regarded gold coin program honoring one of the nation’s most powerful birds of prey. Known for its distinctive wedge-shaped tail and impressive wingspan, the wedge-tailed eagle stands as a prominent symbol of Australia’s natural heritage. The series is further distinguished by exclusive reverse designs from master engraver John M. Mercanti, celebrated worldwide for his exceptional craftsmanship.
This 1 oz coin is struck from 99.99% pure gold and features a brilliant, mirror-like proof finish paired with a high-relief design. At SD Bullion, you can acquire 2015-P 1 oz Australian Wedge-Tailed Eagle High Relief Proof Gold Coins, graded PR-70 by PCGS and sealed with a John M. Mercanti Label.
Coin Highlights
• Evaluated, encapsulated, and graded as PR-70 coins by PCGS;
• Sealed with a PCGS John M. Mercanti Label;
• High Relief Proof coin;
• Produced by the Perth Mint;
• Part of the Wedge-Tailed Eagle Series;
• Contains 1 oz of .9999 pure gold;
• Holds an AUD 100 face value, backed by Australia;
• The obverse portrays Queen Elizabeth II;
• The reverse displays John M. Mercanti’s unique design.
The Design
The obverse, created by Ian Rank-Broadley, features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, accompanied by the inscriptions “AUSTRALIA,” “ELIZABETH II,” and the face value “100 DOLLARS.”
On the reverse, an exclusive Australian Wedge-Tailed Eagle design by John M. Mercanti takes center stage. The design is framed by the series title at the top, along with inscriptions noting the coin’s year, weight, fineness, and metal content: “2015 1 oz 9999 GOLD.” The artwork captures the eagle in a poised moment as it prepares to settle onto a tree branch.
A PCGS PR-70 Coin
PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service) operates independently of sovereign mints. It evaluates and grades coins using the Sheldon Scale, which ranges from 1 to 70. PR refers to a Proof coin, produced for collectors and displaying mirror-like fields with frosted design elements. A grade of 70 signifies a coin with no visible imperfections.
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