2023 Wedge-Tailed Eagle 1oz Silver Coin

2023 Wedge-Tailed Eagle 1oz Silver CoinNamed for its long, distinctively shaped tail, the wedge tailed eagle has a wingspan of more than 2. 5 metres. With the ability to fly tirelessly for many hours, its known to soar at altitudes of 2,000 metres and beyond on thermal air currents rising from Australias sun baked terrain. Magnificent eagle design The coin portrays a representation of a wedge tailed eagle by John M. Mercanti, the 12th Chief Engraver of the US Mint (retired). The

along with the new Next Generation $10 type

The obverse legend included for the first time the (abbreviated) words 'IND

Reverse (Back)Old and new Parliament houses

running in broad areas

also known simply as Duntroon

sparked the Western Australian gold rush and provided the impetus for the opening of The Perth Mint

With a radial lined background feature for added security

Note: Serial number for this set is 14

Through the decades since its release

and the third celebrates Her Majesty’s tireless work for the Commonwealth

Verdigris is something that collectors tend to steer clear of as it can spread to other coins if the host coin is not isolated from the broader collection

faint star usually included in Crux