The Australian Wedge Tail Eagle collection is back for a third time with the 2016 1 oz Proof Australian Wedge Tail Eagle Silver Coin. Each year, John Mercanti has worked with the Perth Mint to bring one-of-a-kind coin designs. As the retired 12^th Chief Engraver for the United States Mint, Mercanti’s talents can clearly be seen throughout this coin series. The 2016 1 oz Proof Australian Wedge Tail Eagle Silver Coin is available to be purchased today online from JM Bullion.

Coin Highlights:

• Arrives in a protective plastic case from the NGC!
• Unique design with a mintage of only 20,000 proofs!
• Contains 1 Troy oz of .999 pure silver.
• Face value of $1 (AUD) backed by the Australian government.
• Graded PF70 by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation.
• High-relief strike.
• Includes a UCAM label.
• Queen Elizabeth II is pictured on the obverse of the coin.
• The reverse features a wedge tail eagle perched on a branch.

The 2016 1 oz Proof Australian Wedge Tail Eagle Silver Coin has been minted in 99.9% silver with a perfect grading of Proof-70 Ultra Cameo from the NGC. The wonderful design of John Mercanti shows an eagle perched on a tree branch. With a high relief quality, this coin shows amazing design depth. The backdrop behind the eagle has a mirror-like quality, as the frosty design of the eagle sits atop it.

The Australian Wedge Tail Eagle Coin series began in 2014. Each coin has featured a unique design from John Mercanti displaying an eagle. These coins also have Mercanti’s signature on the label, making this a one-of-a-kind piece that’s of high quality. Between the skills of Mercanti and the production quality from the Perth Mint, the 2016 coin is the perfect addition to any coin collection.

The obverse side of the 2016 1 oz Proof Australian Wedge Tail Eagle Silver Coin features the renowned portrait design of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley. As a revered leader, the picture of Queen Elizabeth II is featured on the 2016 coin in her honor.

On the reverse side of the 2016 1 oz Proof Australian Wedge Tail Eagle Silver Coin, an eagle sits perched high on a tree branch. It stares off into the distance, as if it’s watching over the land. The UCAM label gives this coin a smooth design on the backdrop with the eagle sitting above. Along with the image of the eagle, the reverse side also includes an inscription with the face value of the coin.

If you would like to learn more information about the 2016 1 oz Proof Australian Wedge Tail Eagle Silver Coin, JM Bullion has the answers for you. Call us at 800-276-6508. You can also chat with us via online chat or by email.