The 2009 Australian Koala 1 oz Silver Bullion Coin is the third release in the Perth Mint's Koala series.

The series began in 2007 and has remained a popular choice for investors looking to diversify their portfolios with silver investment bullion. A new Koala design is introduced each year of production.

Manufacturer: The Perth Mint
Fineness: 0.999 fine silver
Contains 1 troy ounce of silver
Mintage: 336,757
Weight: 31.1035g
Diameter: 40.6mm

These coins are supplied loose. Protect your silver investment with a 41mm coin capsule ensuring your coin remains in great condition.

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We are proud to be an authorised distributor of The Perth Mint. This allows us to offer investors and collectors a wide range of Australian bullion and proof coins, including the Kangaroo, Koala, and Kookaburra coins. Browse our complete range of 2024 Koala silver coins.

History of The Perth Mint

The Perth Mint was established in 1899 during the peak of the Western Australian gold rush. Its primary purpose was to mint Australian gold into British sovereigns, a role it fulfilled until 1931, striking a total of 106 million gold sovereigns.

It ranks as one of the world's most active mints, producing a wide range of bullion and collector coins. The Perth Mint manufactures gold, silver, and platinum coins not only for its native Australia but also for other countries.

Australian Koala Bullion Coins

The Koala bullion coin series is a highly esteemed collection of gold Koala and silver Koala coins manufactured by the Perth Mint of Australia. First issued in 2007, the series features designs of the adored Australian marsupial, the koala, in its natural habitat.

Shop Perth Mint Bullion Coins

Start your collection with Perth Mint bullion coins, including a range of bullion coin designs featuring Australian native animals, and Lunar animals.

Obverse

The obverse features the fourth portrait effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, as designed by Ian Rank-Broadley. The coin features the inscription:

ELIZABETH II · AUSTRALIA · 1 DOLLAR

Reverse

The reverse of the coin features an adorable Koala grasping one branch while seated on another, looking directly ahead.

1 oz 999 SILVER

Key Information

Intrinsic Value	£56.29
Product ID	15003
Stock Status	Out of Stock

Product Spec

Metal	Silver
Diameter	40.6mm
Weight/Size	1 Ounce
Silver Weight Troy Ounces	1.0000
Fineness/Carat	0.999 Fine
Date	2009
Obverse Designer	Ian Rank-Broadley
Reverse Designer	Shevaun Buschenhofen
Issuing Monarch	Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Mint/Brand	Perth Mint
Country	Australia

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