Australian Gold Kangaroo 1oz
Australia's flagship gold coin with a fresh kangaroo design every year.
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First issued in 1986 by The Perth Mint as the 'Australian Nugget' (featuring different gold-nugget images annually). In 1989 the design switched to kangaroos with annual variations — one of the few major bullion coins where the reverse changes every year, making it a favorite with collectors.
Design
Obverse
King Charles III effigy (Queen Elizabeth II prior to 2024).
Reverse
A red kangaroo (Australia's national animal). Pose and surrounding artwork change each year.
Specifications
| Purity | 99.99% gold |
| Weight | 1 oz pure gold (31.10 g) |
| Diameter | 32.6 mm |
| Thickness | 2.65 mm |
| Face value | AUD $100 |
| First issued | 1986 (Nugget); kangaroo design from 1989 |
| Mint | The Perth Mint |
Why investors choose it
Annual design changes create modest numismatic upside on top of gold content, plus high purity and Perth Mint's reputation for security features.
