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Information on the Perth Mint Kangaroo Platinum Coin Series |
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The Platinum Kangaroo is a standout among precious metal investments, prized for its composition of one of the rarest metals on earth. Minted by the Perth Mint of Australia, this coin attracts investors with its assurance of 99.95% pure platinum and the mint’s long-standing reputation for quality and design excellence. Its rarity and the intrinsic value of platinum make it a preferred choice for serious collectors and investors. |
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Coin Name: The Australian Kangaroo Platinum Coin |
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Minted By: The Perth Mint, Australia |
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First Released in: 2018 |
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Legal Tender Value: $100 AUD |
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Sizes Available: 1 Ounce |
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Annual Mintage: The annual mintage of the Platinum Kangaroo is not fixed, typically adjusting to match global demand for platinum coins. This flexibility in production helps maintain the coin’s exclusivity and appeal in the precious metals market. |
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Coin Dimensions and Specification: The Platinum Kangaroo coin is typically struck from one ounce of 99.95% pure platinum. It measures 32.6 mm in diameter, which is standard for most platinum coins of this weight class. The Perth Mint incorporates strict quality controls, ensuring that each coin meets high standards of investor and collector demand. |
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Coin Design: Obverse: The obverse of the coin features the Jody Clark effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, surrounded by the coin's denomination and the inscriptions “Elizabeth II” and “Australia.” More recent issues have been updated to feature King Charles III. Reverse: The reverse showcases the iconic kangaroo in a classic Australian outback setting, a design that changes annually. This element of variability adds to the coin’s appeal, as it provides collectors with a fresh design each year. |
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Other Coins in the Series: The Kangaroo series by the Perth Mint also includes gold and silver versions, each revered for their design and metal purity. Like the platinum version, these coins feature annual changes in the kangaroo imagery, making each year’s release unique and sought after. |
