2020-P NGC PF-70 First Day of Issue 2 oz Australian Wedge-Tailed Eagle High Relief Proof Gold Coin with Box and COA
The Perth Mint’s Wedge-Tailed Eagle Series stands among its most celebrated modern gold coin programs. The collection pays tribute to Australia’s largest bird of prey, recognized for its broad wings, long tail, and commanding presence. Each year’s release features an exclusive reverse design by world-renowned engraver John M. Mercanti.
This 2020 issue contains 2 Troy oz of .9999 pure gold in a high-relief proof strike. The coin was acquired from the Perth Mint on the first day of its official release and submitted immediately for NGC certification.
SD Bullion now offers these 2020-P Proof Gold Coins graded PF-70 First Day of Issue and presented in their original mint box with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Coin Highlights
- Evaluated, encapsulated, and graded PF-70 by NGC
- High Relief Proof strike
- Produced by the Perth Mint
- Part of the Wedge-Tailed Eagle Series
- Purchased on Day 1 of its official release
- Includes original mint box and COA
- Contains 2 oz of .9999 pure gold
- Legal-tender coin backed by Australia with a 200 AUD face value
- Obverse displays Queen Elizabeth II
- Reverse features a John M. Mercanti eagle design
The Design
The obverse features the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, surrounded by the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II,” “AUSTRALIA,” and “200 DOLLARS.”
The reverse displays John M. Mercanti’s exclusive design for the series, portraying the wedge-tailed eagle in detailed high relief. It is encircled by the series name and the specifications: “2020 2 oz 9999 GOLD.”
An NGC PF-70 First Day of Issue Coin
NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Company) evaluates coins using the Sheldon Scale, which ranges from 1 to 70.
“First Day of Issue” identifies coins acquired from the mint on the first day they became available and submitted immediately for grading.
PF signifies a proof strike, known for mirror-like fields and frosted devices. A grade of 70 represents a flawless coin with no visible imperfections.
Buy 2020-P NGC PF-70 First Day of Issue 2 oz Australian Wedge-Tailed Eagle High Relief Proof Gold Coin with Box and COA online at SD Bullion.
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