2026 Perth Mint Wedge-Tailed Eagle 1oz Silver Coloured Coin
Australian Wildlife Series | 1oz Silver | 99.99% Pure Silver | Coloured Coin on Card
Celebrate one of Australia’s most powerful birds of prey with this 2026 1oz silver coloured coin featuring the iconic Wedge-Tailed Eagle. Struck from 99.99% pure silver by the Perth Mint, this release showcases a striking coloured design by renowned engraver John M. Mercanti, capturing the eagle’s strength and majesty in exceptional detail.
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📖 Story / Theme
The wedge-tailed eagle is Australia’s largest bird of prey and among the biggest eagles in the world. Recognised by its distinctive wedge-shaped tail and powerful feathered legs, it is a symbol of strength, endurance, and dominance in the skies. Capable of soaring at altitudes above 2,000 metres, it embodies freedom and resilience across Australia’s vast landscapes.
🎨 Design Description
The reverse features a close-up coloured depiction of the wedge-tailed eagle, emphasising its piercing eyes, sharp hooked beak, and intricate feather detail. The design highlights the bird’s formidable hunting ability and commanding presence.
Also included are the inscription “AUSTRALIAN WEDGE-TAILED EAGLE”, The Perth Mint’s “P” mintmark, along with the coin’s weight, purity, and 2026 year-date. The obverse, designed by Dan Thorne, confirms its status as Australian legal tender.
✨ Key Features
🦅 Australian Wedge-Tailed Eagle design
🎨 Coloured reverse finish
🏛️ Struck by The Perth Mint
👨🎨 Reverse designed by John M. Mercanti
🇦🇺 Australian legal tender ($1)
🌍 Limited mintage: 2,500
🎁 Presented on official card packaging
📋 Specifications
| Year | 2026 |
| Mint | Perth Mint |
| Series | Australian Wedge-Tailed Eagle |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 1oz |
| Purity | 99.99% |
| Finish | Coloured |
| Mintage | 2,500 |
| Legal Tender | Australia ($1) |
| Packaging | Card |
| SKU | CG26PMWTESCL1ZDC01 |
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