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Gold Kangaroo
In 1987, the Perth Mint introduced its new gold bullion coin, the Australian Gold Nugget. Although the design was fitting for a country that is rich in the natural resource, two years later the series changed to a more traditional symbol of the island nation, the kangaroo. Since then, the series has become a favorite of collectors throughout the world, many of whom dream of visiting Australia to see the animal for themselves. The kangaroo gold coin is issued in five sizes annually, 1 oz., ½ oz., ¼ oz., 1/10 oz., and 1/20 oz., although larger coins of 2 oz., 10 oz., and 1 kg have also been released from time to time. Each Gold Kangaroo coin is struck from .9999 fine gold. Keep reading to learn more about this iconic series issued by the renowned Perth Mint and to browse our carefully curated assortment below:
2024 Australia $15 1/10-oz Gold Kangaroo BU
$305.00 As Low As $296.00- Qty Credit Card Wire
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2024 Australia $100 1-oz Gold Kangaroo BU
$2,570.00 As Low As $2,494.18- Qty Credit Card Wire
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2024 Australia $25 1/4-oz Gold Kangaroo BU
$695.00 As Low As $674.50- Qty Credit Card Wire
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2024 Australia $15 1/10-oz Gold Kangaroo NGC MS70 First Releases w/Kangaroo Label
$425.00 As Low As $412.46- Qty Credit Card Wire
- 1+ $425.00 $412.46
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2024 Australia $100 1-oz Gold Kangaroo NGC MS70 First Releases w/Kangaroo Label
$3,395.00 As Low As $3,294.85- Qty Credit Card Wire
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2024 Australia $50 1/2-oz Gold Kangaroo BU
$1,368.00 As Low As $1,327.64- Qty Credit Card Wire
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The 2018 Australia Gold Kangaroo
The 2018 Gold Kangaroo coins provided collectors with a special treat. For the first time in eight years, the coins featured not one, but two kangaroos. The one-year only design by Neil Hollis features two of the creatures bounding across the Australian Outback. They are depicted in different stages of their leaps, one with its feet forward preparing to bounce forward and the other with its feet extended downward, indicating it has just left the ground. The landscape is stylized, and the hot Australian sun is high in the sky, beating down on the pair. The design provides a unique combination of realistic renderings of the animals and an artistic background.
The Mini Roo
The Australian Gold Kangaroo 1 oz. coin is considered the most desirable of the standard issues for obvious reasons, but many collectors also fall in love with the 1/2 g coin. Struck annually with a design that is different from the larger Gold Kangaroos, the Mini Roo is perfect for those who want a gold coin to carry around with them, as well as those who are on tight budgets. The coin comes in a themed acrylic display card that makes it easy to stick in a wallet and take with you anywhere you go. The coin makes a fantastic conversation starter. Due to its lower value compared to the larger coins, many collectors feel more comfortable carrying this coin around than they would its larger counterparts.
Outstanding Quality for Proofs and BU Coins
The Perth Mint strikes both uncirculated and proof Gold Kangaroo Coins, giving collector the chance to enjoy two unique looks at each one-year design. The mint has a reputation among collectors worldwide for providing coins of exceptional quality, and the mint brings its high standards to bear on this beloved series. So strong is their reputation, that some collectors only buy coins that were struck in Perth.
The World’s Largest Coin
This series made history in 2011 with the striking of the world’s largest gold coin. Struck to promote the series, the coin, which is known as the “1 Tonne Australian Kangaroo,” was struck from 1,012 kg of .9999 fine gold. Its diameter measures a whopping 80 cm, or over two and a half feet!
The Perth Mint
The Perth Mint is Australia’s largest fully integrated, innovative precious metals enterprise, and since 1899, has been providing premium gold, silver, and platinum products and services to global markets.
Owned by the Western Australian Government, the Perth Mint is a guaranteed precious metals enterprise, and is the only government-owned one in the world. Between 1899 and July 1, 1970, the mint remained under Britain’s jurisdiction when its ownership was transferred to the Government of Western Australia.
Today, the Perth Mint has been able to set benchmarks in coin design, having made some of the most trusted pure gold, silver, and platinum legal tender coins. Without question, their coins like the internationally acclaimed Australian Kangaroo coin series, Australian Kookaburra, Australian Koala, and Australian Lunar programs are sought after by bullion stackers and coin collectors alike across the globe. Even today, they continue to innovate and pioneer minting techniques.
Where Is the Kangaroo Gold Coin Minted?
The iconic Kangaroo Gold Coin is a proud product of the Perth Mint that features one of the most iconic Australian natives, the intriguing marsupial, the kangaroo. . Issued as Australian legal tender, each Kangaroo Gold Coin is struck from 99.99% pure gold, having coins as small as 1/10oz and as large as 1 kilo.
Why Is the Gold Kangaroo Coin Called Australian Gold Nugget?
In April of 1987, then prime minister Bob Hawke launched the Australian Nugget Gold Coin Series, which evolved into the Australian Kangaroo coin series we know today. This coin came to be due to the Gold Corporation, a company that was owned by the government of Western Australia, launching Australia’s first official bullion coin series after the creation of the Gold Corporation Act of 1987.
Collecting Australia’s Gold Kangaroo Coins
The design of the Gold Kangaroo Coins evolved since its debut in 1987. With a purity of 99.99% pure gold. From 1/10 oz. to 1 kilo, each coin and weight is guaranteed by the Western Australian Government.
As a further testament to minting technology and innovation, in recent years, the Perth Mint also started to include enhanced security and an “authentication feature”. This anti-counterfeiting technology comes in the form of a micro-laser engraved letter within the design that is only visible under a magnifying glass, adding extra security and peace of mind to Gold Kangaroo Coins.
The 2018 Australia Gold Kangaroo
The 2018 Gold Kangaroo coins provided collectors with a special treat. For the first time in eight years, the coins featured not one, but two kangaroos. The one-year only design by Neil Hollis features two of the creatures bounding across the Australian Outback. They are depicted in different stages of their leaps, one with its feet forward preparing to bounce forward and the other with its feet extended downward, indicating it has just left the ground. The landscape is stylized, and the hot Australian sun is high in the sky, beating down on the pair. The design provides a unique combination of realistic renderings of the animals and an artistic background.
The Mini Roo
The Australian Gold Kangaroo 1 oz. coin is considered one of the most desirable of the standard issues for obvious reasons, but many collectors also fall in love with the 1/2 g coin. Struck annually with a design that is different from the larger Gold Kangaroos, the Mini Roo is perfect for those who want a gold coin to carry around with them, as well as those who are on tight budgets. The coin comes in a themed acrylic display card that makes it easy to stick in a wallet and take with you anywhere you go. The coin makes a fantastic conversation starter.
The Perth Mint - Outstanding Quality for Proofs and BU Coins
The Perth Mint strikes both uncirculated and proof Gold Kangaroo Coins, giving collectors the chance to enjoy two unique looks at each one-year design. The mint has a reputation among collectors worldwide for providing coins of exceptional quality, and the mint brings its high standards to bear on this beloved series. So strong is their reputation, that some collectors only buy coins that were struck in Perth.
The World’s Largest Coin - An Australian Kangaroo Coin
This series made history in 2011 with the striking of the world’s largest gold coin. Struck to promote the series, the coin, which is known as the “1 Tonne Australian Kangaroo,” was struck from 1,012 kg of .9999 fine gold. Its diameter measures a whopping 80 cm, or over two and a half feet!
Where is this coin now? After touring Asia, Europe, and the United States, this monumental gold coin is now a major attractor for visitors to the Perth Mint where it is now on permanent display in the Mint’s Gold Exhibition.
Availability of Australian Kangaroo Gold Coins
Since the debut of the Gold Nugget coin in 1986, there has been broad availability of Australian Kangaroo Gold Coins. With a variety of mintages as low as 3,000, the most recent 1kg and 1 oz. 2022 Gold Kangaroo Coins have been announced by the Perth Mint to have unlimited mintages.
Purchasing Kangaroo Gold Coins at GovMint
Whether you are a seasoned collector of Gold Kangaroo Coins or new, GovMint.com has been an industry expert in numismatics and rare coin collectibles since 1984. With an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau (BBB), we can ensure with the highest degree of confidence that any commemorative coin purchased from us will be handled through trustworthy operations and the good faith our customer service provides.
