🪼 2024 Deadly & Dangerous – Australia’s Bluebottle – 1oz Silver Proof Coloured Coin
Another thrilling release in the highly popular Deadly and Dangerous series, this stunning silver proof coin showcases one of Australia’s most notorious marine creatures — the Bluebottle, also known as the Pacific Man-O-War.
Struck by The Perth Mint from 1oz of 99.99% pure silver, this coin combines scientific fascination with artistic excellence. The vivid coloured reverse brings the translucent beauty — and hidden danger — of the Bluebottle to life, making this release both visually striking and highly collectible.
With a strictly limited mintage of just 2,500 coins worldwide, this is a must-have addition for wildlife collectors, marine life enthusiasts, and fans of Australia’s most dangerous creatures.
✨ Key Features
🪙 1oz Silver Proof Coin
🎨 Vivid coloured Bluebottle design
🪼 Features the Pacific Man-O-War in dynamic detail
🌟 Struck from 99.99% pure silver
🏛️ Produced by The Perth Mint
🇹🇻 Issued under the authority of the Government of Tuvalu
👑 Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Obverse
🌍 Limited mintage: 2,500 coins worldwide
🎁 Presented in a premium display case
🧾 Includes a numbered Certificate of Authenticity
🪼 Reverse Design – Australia’s Bluebottle
The reverse features a dramatic coloured depiction of the Bluebottle, a marine organism infamous for its long venomous tentacles and powerful sting.
🔹 Also known as the Pacific Man-O-War
🔹 Recognisable by its floating gas-filled blue sail
🔹 Beautiful yet dangerous — a perfect fit for the Deadly & Dangerous theme
The detailed artwork captures the Bluebottle’s delicate appearance while reminding collectors of the hidden threat beneath the surface.
👑 Obverse Design
The obverse displays the Queen Elizabeth II Memorial effigy, along with:
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Monetary denomination
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Weight and purity
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Year-date
📋 Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Year |
2024 |
| Issuer |
Tuvalu |
| Mint |
The Perth Mint |
| Series |
Deadly and Dangerous |
| Theme |
Australia’s Bluebottle |
| Metal |
Silver (.9999) |
| Weight |
1oz (31.107g) |
| Diameter |
40.90mm |
| Thickness |
3.50mm |
| Finish |
Proof, Coloured |
| Legal Tender |
Tuvalu |
| Mintage |
2,500 |
| SKU |
24R87AAA |
| Packaging |
Display Case + Numbered COA |
💎 A Striking Marine Collectible
Combining exceptional minting quality, vivid colour, and low mintage, the 2024 Bluebottle Silver Proof Coin is a standout release in the Deadly & Dangerous series.
🪼 Perfect for wildlife collectors, ocean lovers, or anyone drawn to nature’s most beautiful threats — rare, dramatic, and unforgettable.
