Australian Wedge-tailed Eagle Series | 2oz 99.99% Pure Silver | Enhanced Reverse Proof Ultra High Relief | 24-Carat Gilded | Limited Mintage of 1,000

Experience one of The Perth Mint's most spectacular numismatic creations with the 2026 Perth Mint Australian Wedge-tailed Eagle 2oz Silver Enhanced Reverse Proof Ultra High Relief Gilded Coin.

Struck from 2oz of 99.99% pure silver, this extraordinary release combines an Enhanced Reverse Proof finish, Ultra High Relief strike, and 24-carat gold gilding to create a stunning tribute to Australia's largest bird of prey.

Designed by renowned US engraver John M. Mercanti, the reverse portrays the majestic silhouette of an Australian Wedge-tailed Eagle alongside a Bald Eagle, both gazing confidently into the distance. The combination of sculptural ultra-high relief, reverse proof finish and brilliant 24-carat gilding delivers exceptional depth, contrast and visual impact.

With a maximum mintage of only 1,000 coins worldwide, this premium collector's piece is available worldwide excluding North America, making it a highly desirable addition to any Perth Mint or wildlife collection.

🎨 Design Description

Designed by John M. Mercanti, the enhanced ultra-high relief reverse features the silhouette of an Australian Wedge-tailed Eagle in the foreground, with a Bald Eagle positioned behind, both facing to the right.

The eagle imagery and the outer rim are beautifully gilded in 24-carat gold, contrasting dramatically against the reverse proof silver fields.

The reverse also includes:

• "AUSTRALIAN WEDGE-TAILED EAGLE"
• The Perth Mint's "P" mintmark
• Weight and fineness
• 2026 year-date

The ultra-high relief reverse is struck on a concave surface, allowing optimum metal flow and extraordinary sculptural detail.

🪙 Struck from 2oz of 99.99% pure silver
🦅 Features the Australian Wedge-tailed Eagle
✨ Enhanced Reverse Proof finish
🏔️ Ultra High Relief strike
🥇 24-carat gold gilded design and outer rim
🎨 Sculpted by renowned engraver John M. Mercanti
🏛️ Produced by The Perth Mint
🇦🇺 Australian legal tender
🌍 Maximum mintage of only 1,000
🎁 Premium Perth Mint presentation case

Year	2026
Mint	The Perth Mint
Series	Australian Wedge-tailed Eagle
Metal	Silver
Purity	99.99% Pure Silver
Weight	2oz
Denomination	AUD $2
Finish	Enhanced Reverse Proof Ultra High Relief, Gilded
Gilding	24-Carat Gold
Diameter	40.90mm
Thickness	7.50mm
Minimum Gross Weight	62.213g
Maximum Mintage	1,000
Reverse Designer	John M. Mercanti
Obverse Designer	Dan Thorne
Availability	Worldwide (excluding North America)
Item Code	26Y86AAA
Packaging	Perth Mint Presentation Case
SKU	**CG26PMWESERPGD2ZBX01**