First produced in 1986, the Australian Gold Nugget coin is one of the most popular coins created by the Perth Mint in Western Australia. The obverse of the coin features a profile view of the face of Queen Elizabeth II, as designed by Ian Rank Broadley. She is surrounded by her name, the denomination of the coin, and the word "AUSTRALIA". The design on the reverse originally depicted natural Australian gold nuggets, with different designs for various sizes. The design theme changed in 1989 to feature the most recognizable animal in Australia, the kangaroo. For this reason, the coin is referred to both as an Australian "Nugget" and "Kangaroo". The Australian Gold Nugget is currently the only legal tender, pure gold bullion coin to change its design each year and limit its mintage annually. The 1-oz. coin receives a new design each year. New designs are introduced each year to the proof coins and these designs are then used for striking the bullion coins the following year. The Australian Gold Nugget is 99.99% pure gold. THIS ITEM IS CURRENTLY SOLD OUT. PLEASE CONTACT US AT 1-877-376-2646 TO FIND OUT ABOUT ACQUIRING THIS COIN IN OTHER GRADES. |
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