The Perth Mint—known for bullion series like the Silver Kangaroo, Koala, and Kookaburra—has just introduced a new series of silver coins featuring animals that are indigenous to Australia. The Next Generation series will feature a line of two-ounce coins made of .9999 fine silver, each carrying a two dollar face value.
Designed by Aleysha Howarth, the first release showcases a mother and baby koala bear sitting among the branches of a eucalyptus tree. The koala species dates back 30 to 40 million years, which is when is separated from the wombat, its closest relative.
These adorable critters are one of the most popular marsupial species found in Australia. At birth, koalas weigh less than half a gram and measure less than 2 cm. They are blind and deaf, yet they have a sharp sense of smell. These tiny babies survive by immediately crawling into their mother’s pouch, offering them protection as they grow and develop.
As a beloved Australian animal, it’s no surprise that the Perth Mint chose the koala as the first design in this new series. The mint has yet to release details on future releases, but we do know that they will also feature animals of the Outback. Any guess as to what might be next?
Only 75,000 of these coins are being made, so don’t waste time—get yours today!
I think a joey in its mothers pouch would be pretty cool or maybe a nest of baby kookaburra’s with one of the parents feeding them would be a neat design too .
Who could resist a baby animal?
I agree baby animals are cute !
Nice price unlike the Prospector Round