The Perth Mint 2025 October Bulletin | Page 12

NEW RELEASE

Birds of prey

Struck from 1 kilo of 99.99 % pure silver, this exceptional coin showcases Australia’ s majestic wedge-tailed eagle in breathtaking ultra high relief, accentuated with exquisite rose gold gilding.
As Australia ' s largest birds of prey, wedgetailed eagles can carry up to 50 % of their body weight. Females are typically larger, weighing between 4.2 to 5.3 kilos, with males weighing from 3.2 to 4 kilos.
AUSTRALIAN WEDGE-TAILED EAGLE
2025 1 Kilo Silver Proof Ultra High Relief Gilded Coin
$ 30 Australian legal tender 99.99 % pure silver 100.90 mm ø 200 mintage
25X42AAA
AUD
4,300. 00
Designed by renowned American sculptor and engraver for the US Mint, John M. Mercanti, the coin ' s reverse portrays a standing wedge-tailed eagle with outstretched wings. The outer rim and image are gilded in 22-carat rose gold. Included on the reverse is the inscription‘ AUSTRALIAN WEDGE-TAILED EAGLE’.
Exquisite artistry elevated with an ultra high relief strike, this marvellous coin has been expertly crafted with finely-honed precision and superior craftsmanship— bound to impress even the most cultivated of collectors.