2026 $1 Great Southern Land 1oz Silver Proof Nocturnal Matrix Opal Coin

2026 $1 Great Southern Land 1oz Silver Proof Nocturnal Matrix Opal Coin

The Term "Great Southern Land" refers to the majestic continent situated in the Southern Hemisphere, known today as Australia, home to more than 600,000 species of wildlife, many of which are endemic to the island nation.

To celebrate the wonderous nocturnal species of Australia, the coin's reverse features (clockwise from the top) a crescent moon and stars, an Australian Tiger Moth, a Night Jar Owl, and Australian Christmas Beetle, a Marbled Gecko, a Spotted Quoll, a Night Parrot, a Lead Beater Possum, a Koala and a Ghost Bat.
Also in the design are illustrations of Australian Flora, along with The Perth Mint's 'P' Mintmark and the coin's weight, purity and 2026 year-date.

The reverse design encircles an inlay crafted from matrix opal in the shape of Australia.

A natural gemstone of the land, the opal is admired for its depth of appearance and iridescent colours which reveal themselves in the light, and more brilliantly when polished.
Given that opals form in various parts of the country and in varying conditions, each stone displays its own unique pattern and colour combination.

The obverse depicts the Dan Thorn effigy of His Majesty King Charles III, and the monetary denomination.

Struck by The Perth Mint from 1oz 99.9% pure silver to proof quality, this coin is issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965.

No more than 5,000 of these 2026 Great Southern Land 1oz Silver Proof Nocturnal Matrix Coins will be released by The Perth Mint.

Each coin is housed in a classic display case with a clear lid.

Packaged with an illustrated shipper, each coin is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Denomination :                $1

Quality :                          Proof

Metal :                             99.9% Pure Silver

Weight :                           31.107 gms

Diameter :                        36.60 mm

Mintage :                          5,000

Certificate of Authenticity : Perth Mint’s Numbered Certificate of Authenticity

NOTE : The matrix opal insert colours will vary.