Platinum Coin Koala 1 oz Platinum 1997

Platinum Koala 1 Ounce Platinum Coin 1997 is an issue from the esteemed Australian numismatic series featuring one of the most recognizable representatives of Australia’s fauna—the koala. The coin was produced by the renowned The Perth Mint, known worldwide for high-quality bullion and collector coins.

The coin is struck in platinum of fineness Pt .9995. It weighs 1 troy ounce and has a diameter of 32.6 mm. Its face value is 100 Australian dollars (AUD), and the year of issue is 1997. The specimen is in circulated / about uncirculated condition and is stored in a plastic protective capsule.

The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, who at the time of issue was the head of state of Australia. The composition also includes the name of the issuing country and the coin’s face value.

The reverse depicts an image of an adult koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) holding a young joey. The design is complemented by the inscriptions “AUSTRALIAN KOALA”, the year of issue 1997, and details regarding the weight and platinum purity.

Thanks to its high fineness, classic design, and the prestige of The Perth Mint, the coin is an attractive proposition both for collectors of Australian coins and for those interested in investing in precious metals.

The image is for illustrative purposes only—the actual appearance of the coin may vary slightly.