Australian Emu 1 oz Gold 2025 MS 70 NGC First Day of Issue – A Prestige Collector’s Piece

The 2025 Australian Emu in MS 70 NGC First Day of Issue grade is one of the most exclusive offerings in the world of investment numismatics. Struck from the finest Au.9999 gold, the coin weighs one troy ounce and measures 32.6 mm in diameter. The mintage is strictly limited to 5,000 pieces, with only 20 coins graded MS 70 and certified with the prestigious First Day of Issue label by NGC.

Metal Market Europe and The Perth Mint – A Partnership of Excellence

Since 2018, the Australian Emu series has been issued by the renowned Perth Mint in exclusive cooperation with distributor Metal Market Europe. Each coin is crafted to the highest standards and produced in limited quantities, making each edition highly sought after by collectors and investors alike.

NGC Certification and the Value of First Day of Issue

NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Company) is one of the world’s most trusted coin grading institutions. A grade of MS 70 represents a perfect mint state with no visible imperfections even under 10x magnification. The First Day of Issue designation is reserved for coins received by NGC on the first day of official release, adding significant collector value and prestige.

Coin Specifications and Artistic Design

The 2025 Australian Emu is struck from pure Au.9999 gold, weighing 1 troy ounce and measuring 32.6 mm. It is legal tender under Australia’s Currency Act 1965 and comes in an original, protective capsule to ensure long-term preservation.

Obverse and Reverse – A Symbol of Australia’s Nature

Obverse: Features an official portrait of King Charles III designed by Dan Thorne. It includes the inscriptions “CHARLES III,” the issuing country, and face value. The design is officially approved by His Majesty.

Reverse: Depicts an adult emu walking alongside five young chicks in an Australian desert landscape under a clear sky. This design symbolizes strength, endurance, and care. The reverse includes the inscriptions “AUSTRALIAN EMU,” year of issue, gold purity, the “P” mintmark, and an anti-counterfeit micro-engraved mark, visible only under magnification.