In 2008, Australia’s official gold and silver Bullion Coin Program offers eight Australian Kangaroo gold coins, four Australian Kookaburra silver coins and—for the first time—four Australian Koala silver coins.

Perth Mint bullion coins are struck from 99.99% pure gold and 99.9% pure silver. Each coin’s weight and purity is guaranteed by its legal tender status under the Australian Commonwealth Government’s Currency Act 1965.

Combining stunning new designs of Australia’s high-profile signature animals with restricted worldwide mintages, these coins create a unique potential for furthered return on investment.

The Perth Mint’s Lunar design theme continues for another 12 years with the introduction of the Australian Lunar Gold and Silver Bullion Coin Series II. Beginning with the “Year of the Mouse” coin, most are struck with a larger diameter.

Discover Australia is a collector coin program from the Perth Mint. The program comprises pure gold, silver and platinum proof coins depicting Australia’s unique landscape, creatures and attractions. Newly released for the 2008 program are the Gold Australian Kangaroos and Silver Australian Kookaburra and Koalas.