In 1988, the Perth Mint made history by launching the Australian Platinum Koala coin series, one of the earliest platinum bullion collections available worldwide. This marked the first time a major industrialized nation issued such a collection. The Platinum Koala coins were produced annually from 1988 to 2000, with popular weights including 1 oz, 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, and 1/10 oz. Right now, 1993 1 oz Australian Platinum Koala Coins are available at JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
- Arrives inside an individual plastic flip!
- 6th issue of Platinum Koalas!
- Final mintage of only 59,872 coins!
- Contains 1 Troy oz of .9995 pure platinum.
- Bears a face value of $100 (AUD) backed by the federal government of Australia.
- The obverse features Queen Elizabeth II.
- On the reverse is the image of a koala.
Each 1993 1 oz Australian Platinum Koala Coin is available here comes with a unique design only found on the reverse of the 1993 issues in this collection. The coins are packaged in an individual plastic flip and represent the sixth release in the series.
Habitat loss poses a significant threat to koala populations. Urbanization, agriculture, and bushfires have dramatically reduced the amount of suitable koala habitat in recent decades. Climate change exacerbates this problem, as rising temperatures and changing rainfall patterns affect the quality and distribution of eucalyptus forests.
The obverse of the 1993 Australian Platinum Koala showcases Queen Elizabeth II. This portrait is the third-generation effigy used during her reign and was designed by Raphael Maklouf in 1985. In this right-profile depiction, the Queen is shown wearing the George IV State Diadem, a crown she often wore for formal occasions.
On the reverse of 1993 1 oz Platinum Koala Coins, you’ll find a depiction of a koala seated at the break in branches on the trunk of a tree. Koalas play a vital role in Australia’s tourism industry, attracting visitors from around the world. Many wildlife parks and zoos offer koala encounters, allowing people to observe these gentle creatures up close.
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