1997 1kg Kookaburra Silver Proof Coin with Walking Liberty Privy in Presentation Box

Product Overview

The 1997 Australian Kookaburra 1kg .999 Silver Proof Coin with Walking Liberty Privy is a highly collectable Perth Mint release featuring a special privy mark honouring America’s iconic Walking Liberty Half Dollar design.

Struck from 1 kilogram of 99.9% pure silver, this impressive Australian legal tender coin forms part of the renowned Australian Kookaburra silver series. The reverse design, created by Milena Milan, depicts a kookaburra perched at a nest feeding its young, capturing the distinctive character of one of Australia’s most recognisable native birds.

Adding to its appeal is the special Walking Liberty privy mark, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the famous American coin design featuring Miss Liberty walking toward the rising sun. Presented in a display box with Certificate of Authenticity, this limited mintage release is a standout piece for collectors of Australian silver coins, Perth Mint issues, kilo silver coins, and privy-marked collectables.

Key Features & Benefits

• Struck from 1 kilogram of .999 fine silver
• Official Australian legal tender with a face value of 30 Dollars
• Special Walking Liberty privy mark
• Privy honours America’s Walking Liberty Half Dollar design
• Reverse artwork designed by Milena Milan
• Features a kookaburra feeding its young at the nest
• Proof finish with frosted design elements
• Limited mintage of 1,000 coins
• Presented in a display box with Certificate of Authenticity
• Highly sought-after collectible Perth Mint kilo silver issue

Design & Craftsmanship

The reverse of the coin features a detailed depiction of a kookaburra perched beside its nest while feeding its young. Designed by Milena Milan, the scene reflects the natural beauty and wildlife artistry that made the Australian Kookaburra series internationally recognised among collectors.

The reverse also includes the special Walking Liberty privy mark, depicting the walking figure of Miss Liberty, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the withdrawal of the iconic Walking Liberty coin from circulation in the United States of America.

The obverse features the Raphael Maklouf effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, known as the “Third Portrait,” showing Her Majesty wearing the Royal Diadem, pearl necklace, and earrings. The obverse legend reads: ELIZABETH II AUSTRALIA · 30 DOLLARS

Both obverse and reverse feature frosted central elements, enhancing the visual contrast of the proof finish.

Authentication & Specifications

Mint: Perth Mint
Year: 1997
Metal: Silver
Purity: 99.9% (999)
Weight: 1kg (32.151 troy oz)
Finish: Proof
Denomination: Australian legal tender
Series: Kookaburra
Privy Mark: Walking Liberty
Mintage: 1000

Packaging & Availability

This 1997 1kg Silver Kookaburra Silver Proof Coin  with Walking Liberty Privy in Presentation Box is presented in a display box and includes its Certificate of Authenticity.

The issue carried a strict mintage limit of only 1,000 coins, with final issued mintage figures remaining uncertain, adding further scarcity and collector appeal.

As a vintage Perth Mint kilo silver proof release featuring a special American-themed privy mark, examples are increasingly difficult to source in complete boxed condition.

Please note: As this is a rare vintage collectible item, minor scratches, toning, handling marks, or other imperfections may be present consistent with age and storage.