2026 $1 Wonders of Australia - The Outback Silver Proof Coin

2026 $1 Wonders of Australia - The Outback Silver Proof Coin 

The Perth Mint has just released the silver proof coin in the Wonders of Australia series. 

Australia's vast and rugged outback is a land of awe-inspiring natural beauty, steeped in rich history and cultural significance.

The continent spans a staggering 7.68 million square kilometres, an area comprising deep canyons and desert, lush rainforests, and stunning coastlines. 

Australia is home to between 600,000 and 700,000 species of wildlife, many of which are found only in Australia, making the Australian outback one of the world's most precious natural treasures.

Celebrating Australia's wondrous wildlife species, the coin depicts a dynamic scene from outback Australia.

Clockwise from the right, a dingo stands on a rocky perch, two emus are positioned in the riverbed, one pausing to drink at the water's edge, a snake lies coiled on a nearby rock, while a crocodile emerges form the water.

Three kangaroos are depicted bounding across the terrain and a wedge-tailed eagle soars in flight above.

The background features a rugged mountainous landscape extending across the horizon.

The design includes The Perth Mint's 'P' Mintmark and the coin's weight, purity and year-date.

Struck by The Perth Mint from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality, the coin is issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965. The Perth Mint will release no more than 5,000 of the Wonders of Australia - The Outback 1oz Silver Proof Coins.

The coin’s obverse features the Daniel Thorne effigy of His Majesty King Charles III, and the monetary denomination.

The outer rim is adorned with illustrations of native Australian flora.

The coin is accompanied by a stunning illustrated shipper and a numbered

Certificate of Authenticity.

Denomination :                $1

Quality :                          Proof

Metal :                            99.9% Pure Silver

Weight :                          31.107 gms

Diameter :                       40.90 mm

Mintage :                         5,000

Certificate of Authenticity : The Perth Mint’s numbered Certificate of Authenticity.