Item Description
The 2024 Australia 1 oz Silver Kookaburra continues one of the world’s most beloved bullion coin programs from the Perth Mint. First introduced in 1990, the Kookaburra series is widely recognized for its annually changing reverse designs featuring Australia’s iconic laughing kookaburra. Each release blends exceptional minting quality with limited mintages and .9999 fine silver purity, making the series highly desirable among both collectors and silver investors.
The 2024 issue features a beautifully detailed depiction of the native kookaburra perched in its natural environment. Struck in 1 troy ounce of .9999 fine silver, the coin combines investment-grade bullion value with the artistic craftsmanship for which the Perth Mint is known worldwide.
Round Highlights
- Contains 1 Troy oz of .9999 fine silver
- Year: 2024
- Denomination: $1 AUD
- Minted by: The Perth Mint, Australia
- Diameter: 40.6 mm
- Quality: Bullion / Brilliant Uncirculated
- Edge: Reeded
- Part of the renowned Australian Kookaburra silver series
- Features annually changing reverse designs
Design Details
The Australian Kookaburra series celebrates one of Australia’s most recognizable native birds. Known for its distinctive call that resembles human laughter, the kookaburra has become an enduring symbol of the Australian wilderness. Each year the Perth Mint introduces a new design, adding strong collector appeal to the bullion program.
Obverse
The obverse displays the official effigy of King Charles III, marking the transition to the new monarch following the reign of Queen Elizabeth II. Surrounding inscriptions include the issuing nation “Australia,” the coin’s $1 AUD denomination, the year 2024, and the coin’s weight and purity.
Reverse
The reverse features a detailed depiction of the kookaburra, a native Australian kingfisher known for its distinctive call and presence throughout the country’s forests and woodlands. The design highlights the bird’s natural habitat while showcasing the Perth Mint’s exceptional engraving and striking quality.
