2016 1oz Kangaroo Silver Coin

Product Overview

The 2016 1oz Perth Mint Kangaroo Silver Coin marks the inaugural release of The Perth Mint's internationally recognised Australian Kangaroo Silver Bullion series. Struck from 1 troy ounce of 99.99% pure silver, this Australian legal tender bullion coin combines exceptional purity, government-backed quality and a timeless Australian design.

As the first issue in the series, the 2016 release introduced the now-iconic bounding kangaroo design and quickly became one of The Perth Mint's most popular bullion coins worldwide.

Key Features & Benefits

• Contains 1 troy ounce (31.1g) of 99.99% pure silver
• Produced by The Perth Mint
• Australian legal tender with a face value of AUD $1
• Features the iconic Australian Kangaroo design
• Government-backed weight and purity guarantee
• Includes a micro-laser engraved security feature for authentication
• Recognised and traded worldwide
• Supplied unencapsulated, as issued by The Perth Mint

Design & Craftsmanship

The reverse portrays a dynamic kangaroo in mid-bound, framed by stylised rays of sunlight that enhance the coin's striking appearance. The design incorporates the inscriptions "AUSTRALIAN KANGAROO", the 2016 year-date, The Perth Mint's "P" mintmark, together with the coin's weight and purity.

The obverse features the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, together with the monetary denomination.

As the first release in the Australian Kangaroo Silver Bullion series, the 2016 issue established the enduring design and quality standards that have made the series one of the world's most recognised silver bullion coins.

Authentication & Specifications

Mint: The Perth Mint
Country: Australia
Metal: Silver
Purity: 99.99% (9999)
Silver Content: 1 Troy Ounce (31.1g)
Finish: Bullion
Denomination: AUD $1
Legal Tender: Australian Legal Tender
Series: Australian Kangaroo
Packaging: Unencapsulated

Packaging & Availability

Each 2016 1oz Perth Mint Kangaroo Silver Coin is supplied unencapsulated, exactly as issued by The Perth Mint. As with many bullion coins, light contact marks or minor surface imperfections may occur during the minting and distribution process and are considered normal for bullion products.

Individual coins are available, while larger quantities are packaged in mint tubes of 25 coins or monster boxes of 250 coins, providing secure storage and convenient handling. Availability is subject to current stock levels.