Australian Kangaroo – Nugget 1/10 oz Gold 1996

Australia: Australian Kangaroo – Nugget 1/10 oz Gold 1996 is a gold bullion coin struck by the renowned Perth Mint. The Gold Nugget series, also known as the Kangaroo, has been produced since 1989 and is known for its exceptionally high gold purity of .9999. The annually changing designs enhance the coin’s collectability.

The coin weighs one-tenth of a troy ounce and has a face value of 15 Australian dollars. The obverse features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse shows an adult kangaroo with a young one – a symbol of care, strength, and Australia’s wildlife. The coin is issued by the government-owned Gold Corporation of Western Australia and minted by Perth Mint.

Obverse: portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, surrounded by inscriptions with her name, denomination, and issuing country.

Reverse: features an adult kangaroo with a joey on a clean background. The design includes the inscription "AUSTRALIAN NUGGET", the year of issue, and information on the coin’s weight and purity.