When the gold rush gripped Australia few would have anticipated that it would help shape the development of a nation. As a producer of gold, it was a strategic choice by the British Royal Mint to commission the development of mints throughout Australia. Australian mints played a unique role in supplying gold sovereign coins to the colonies by negating the need to export coins to London for redistribution back to British colonies. In Perth, Western Australia, the Perth Mint was established to refine gold from WA to turn it into sovereign coins. Today, the mint produces bullion products and a range of commemorative, Australian gold coins, numismatic and Aussie coins which are suitable for collectors and investors alike.

Aussie coins celebrate and commemorate indigenous aspects of Australian culture. As a country with deep historical roots, Australia is a unique continent with an abundance of wildlife and marine life. It is also rich with natural minerals. Australian gold coins are crafted by the Perth Mint to showcase to the world the different aspects of Australian culture, folklore and heritage.

Australian Koala Gold Coins:

The Australian koala is a mammal that looks very much like a teddy bear. It resides in the trees in the coastal regions of eastern and southern Australia. The Australian Government lists the koala as a priority species for conservation status. The koala lives almost entirely on eucalyptus leaves. As a tribute to this marsupial the Perth Mint has crafted a range of coins forged from 99.99% pure gold and silver. As an example, the 2010 Australian Koala Gold Coin comes in 1oz, 2oz, 1/10 oz and 1/25 oz sizes and is subject to limited mintage. The coins come in Jarrah presentation packaging and make an ideal Australian gift suitable for international friends, business associates or serious collectors.

Australian Kookaburra: Australian Mint Coin Sets

The distinct cries of the Kookaburra are often heard in the early hours of the morning in bush regions of Australia, close to running water or where food is plentiful. This carnivorous bird is celebrated through the Perth Mints Gold and Silver Kookaburra Commemorative sets. An example is the Australian Kookaburra 20th Edition Silver Bullion Coin set which contains all 20 kookaburra designs from 1990 to 2009. Each coin is marked with the 'p20' mintmark and this set is confined to a release of only 10, 000 worldwide.

Australian Sea Life Coins

Australia's natural marine life is the envy of the world. The temperate waters around Australia are home to remarkable fish that inhabit the myriads of tropical reefs. Tourists from all over the world come to Australia to snorkel and view the marine life from a glass bottom boat. As a tribute to some of the fine marine specimens, The Perth Mint has released the Australian Seal Life Reef Series. Collector or tourists that want to celebrate Australia marine life can choose from coins such as the Australian Sea Life ½ oz Silver Proof Seahorse Coin or the Perth Mint Moray Eel Coin.

Aussie coins are beautifully crafted and carry stunning designs. Whether you are an Australian resident, admirer of Australian culture or avid collector you will find Perth Mint coins and Australian mint coin sets will be coins that are treasured forever.