The Australia 2026 Great Southern Land - Nocturnal 99.99% Matrix Opal Proof Silver Coin 1oz celebrates the “Great Southern Land”. Home to more than 600,000 wildlife species, many found nowhere else on Earth, Australia boasts a natural biodiversity that continues to captivate the world. While some creatures have become iconic global symbols, many elusive and lesser-recognised species take refuge during the daylight, only awakening to thrive after dark.
The reverse showcases the wondrous nocturnal species in exquisite proof detail, including (clockwise from top) a crescent moon and stars, an Australian tiger moth, a night jar owl, an Australian Christmas beetle, a marbled gecko, a spotted quoll, a night parrot, a Lead Beater possum, a koala, and a ghost bat. Surrounding the central motif is an Australia-shaped insert of natural matrix opal. The design also features Australian flora, alongside the year of issue, the coin’s weight, purity, metal content, and the Perth Mint’s “P” mintmark. The obverse features Dan Thorne’s effigy of His Majesty King Charles III, the King’s name “CHARLES III”, the country of issue and face value.
With a limited worldwide mintage of 5,000 pieces, each coin is presented in a premium display case with a clear lip within a themed shipper and is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. With its intricate design and meaningful symbolism, this coin is a true collector's piece, celebrating Australia's iconic Great Southern Land.
Product Highlights:
．Contains 1oz of 99.99% fine silver
．Worldwide limited mintage of 5,000 silver coins
．High artistry featuring Australia’s wondrous nocturnal species including the night jar owl, spotted quoll, koala, and ghost bat
．Features an Australia-shaped insert of natural matrix opal
．Unique natural variations in every coin due to the gemstone's inherent patterns and colours
．Each coin is presented in a premium display case with a clear lid within a themed shipper, plus a certificate of authenticity
* Pure silver tarnishes when exposed to air. It could change colour to brownish-red, black, or show white spots. The trade-in value of silver bullion items won't be impacted by this. The trade-in value for silver collectibles will be subject to the quote made by Emperio Gold and Silver Coins (HK) Limited.
