The 2026 Perth Mint Wonders of Australia – The Outback 1oz Gold Proof Opal Coin is an extraordinary tribute to Australia’s vast interior, uniting fine gold craftsmanship with the mesmerising beauty of natural Australian opal.
Struck from 1oz of 99.99% pure gold to flawless Proof quality, this prestigious release celebrates the awe-inspiring landscapes, wildlife, and cultural significance of the Australian Outback — one of the most diverse and precious natural regions on Earth.
The reverse design showcases a rich tapestry of native wildlife and desert symbolism arranged around a genuine Australian opal insert, Australia’s national gemstone. Encircling the opal are detailed depictions of iconic Outback species, including a radiant sun, dingo, python, wolf spider, bilby, spinifex pigeons, perentie, echidnas, blue-tongued skink, desert tree frogs, rock wallaby, and emus. Rock formations and natural elements complete the scene, alongside The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark, weight, purity, and the 2026 year-date.
Revered in Aboriginal Dreamtime stories as the “fire of the desert”, opal is said to have been formed when a rainbow touched the earth. Today, Australia produces the vast majority of the world’s precious opal, making its inclusion in this coin both culturally and nationally significant.
With an extremely limited mintage of just 200 coins worldwide, this gold Proof Opal issue stands among the most exclusive modern Perth Mint releases. A true centrepiece for elite collectors, it represents the perfect fusion of rarity, national heritage, and precious materials.
🟡 Key Features
- 🥇 1oz of 99.99% pure gold
- 💎 Genuine Australian opal insert
- 🌏 Wonders of Australia – The Outback theme
- 🦘 Detailed native wildlife design
- 🏛️ Perth Mint ‘P’ mintmark
- 🇦🇺 Australian legal tender – $100 denomination
- 🔢 Extremely limited mintage: 200 coins
- 🎁 Elite collector centrepiece
