2018 Perth Mint Koala Silver Coins 2 oz - Next Generation Series

SD Bullion is excited to announce the release of an all-new series of silver bullion coins entitled “The Next Generation.” The coins are produced by the Perth Mint of Australia, known throughout the world for its Lunar, Koala, Kookaburra, and Kangaroo series of bullion coins. Now, this Next Generation line provides collectors and investors yet another way to own silver in a beautiful form.

A Unique Design & First-Ever Size

The Next Generation coins display both a mother and baby of iconic Australian wildlife. The first issue in the series showcases a pair of koalas on the reverse, while a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II appears on the obverse. Each Next Generation coin features micro-engraved radial lines for enhanced aesthetics and security.

Each two-ounce Next Generation silver coin is a piedfort. This word may be new to many, but piedforts have been struck for over half a millennium. During the Middle Ages, France and Great Britain minted coins of double thickness and weight for presentation purposes. These specially-prepared pieces were used to test new designs or given to dignitaries as gifts. The word “piedfort” literally translates to “heavy foot” in French; it alludes to the coin’s extra weight and metal content. While piedforts have existed for over half a millennium, this is the first time the Perth Mint has issued a silver bullion coin in this special format.