Coin Highlights
Individually housed in a protective capsule
Silver Koala Series
Contains 1 kilo (32.15 troy ounces) of .9999 fine silver
Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition
Legal tender with a face value of $30 AUD, issued by Australia
Obverse features a portrait of King Charles III
Reverse depicts a koala resting on a gum tree branch
Includes a micro-laser engraved security feature on the reverse
Reverse design by Aleysha Howarth
 
The obverse of the 1 Kilo Silver Koala Coin showcases the first-generation effigy of King Charles III. The left-facing portrait presents His Majesty without a crown, continuing a long-standing numismatic tradition observed throughout Commonwealth coinage.
 
The reverse design features a calm and naturalistic portrayal of a koala reclining on a gum tree branch. While koalas are often viewed as slow-moving, they are highly capable climbers, using powerful claws and opposable digits to move confidently among trees. Their specialized digestive system, which includes an elongated cecum rich in microbes, enables them to safely process eucalyptus leaves that are toxic to most other animals.
 
Although typically solitary, koalas maintain a complex territorial system. Male koalas assert dominance and define their range through deep, resonant bellows, particularly during breeding season. These vocalizations can travel significant distances, helping establish hierarchy and attract mates while minimizing direct conflict.
 
Each 1 Kilo Australian Silver Koala Coin is struck in Brilliant Uncirculated condition and secured in an individual capsule. The substantial one-kilo format provides an expanded canvas for the design, allowing collectors to fully appreciate the intricate detailing and craftsmanship that define this iconic Australian series.