The Wedge-tailed Eagle is Australia's largest bird of prey and one of the biggest eagles in the world. Found throughout mainland Australia, Tasmania and southern New Guinea, the Wedge-Tailed Eagle has a wingspan of up to 2.7 metres, and displays a long, wedge-shaped tail and feathered legs.
This majestic bird is known to soar through the sky for hours on end, frequently reaching altitudes of up to 2,000 metres. In the heat of the day, the eagle makes use of hot thermal air currents that drift up from the ground to reach these dizzying heights, whilst expending little energy.
The Australian Wedge-tailed Eagle 2018 2oz Gold Proof High Relief Coin is struck by The Perth Mint from 99.99% pure gold, and issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965. No more than 250 of these coins will be released worldwide.
- Australian legal tender
- 99.99% pure gold
- Stunning high relief design – third design by John M. Mercanti
- Extremely limited mintage – only 250
- Numbered Certificate of Authenticity
- Beautifully illustrated presentation packaging
Additional Info
Year | 2018 |
Metal Content | 2 oz |
Denomination | $200 |
Purity | 9999 |
Country | Australia |
Manufacturer | Perth Mint |
Mintage | 250 |
Diameter (mm) | 36.6 |
Thickness (mm) | 5.2 |
Edge | Reeded |
Box & Certificate | Yes |