The strength and poise of the majestic Australian wedge-tailed eagle are brought to life with this convocation of coins, crafted from a variety of precious metals in a range of impressive strikes and finishes.

The reverse of each coin portrays a wedgetailed eagle in the foreground and a bald eagle behind it, both gazing to the right. Included on the reverse is the inscription‘ AUSTRALIAN WEDGE-TAILED EAGLE’ and The Perth Mint’ s‘ P’ mintmark, along with the 2026 year-date. This is the 11th design for The Perth Mint by renowned US coin sculptor and engraver John M. Mercanti, 12th Chief Engraver of the US Mint.

AUSTRALIAN WEDGE- TAILED EAGLE

2026 5oz Gold Enhanced Reverse Proof Ultra High Relief Coin

$ 500 Australian legal tender 40 mintage

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The Australian wedge-tailed eagle, with a wingspan of up to 2.8 metres, soars effortlessly on thermal currents, often reaching heights above 2,000 metres. Found across mainland Australia and Tasmania, this powerful raptor captures the spirit of freedom and endurance in the Australian skies.

Found across North America, the bald eagle is the national bird of the United States, representing freedom, strength and independence. Its appearance on the design reflects the 250th anniversary of US independence celebrated in 2026.