2019 Australia Emu Proof 1 oz Silver Coin

The Perth Mint has a reputation for producing coins that feature some of the amazing animals that call Australia home. The 2019 Proof Australian Silver Emu 1 oz Silver Coin is the second design in the Silver Emu Collection and was released in 2018, bringing to life a pair of beautiful and proud emus on the coins. The 2018 design featured just one emu, striding across the Outback. Each year the Perth Mint releases a new emu-themed silver coin, with a proof for collectors to appreciate. This coin contains 1 Troy oz of .9999 pure silver. The proof is in BU condition and is a great addition to any collection.

The emu is a large flightless bird, second only in size and height to its cousin, the ostrich. Emus can be found calling all of Australia home. The entire a varied diet that includes plants and even insects. The size of the emu means that the bird needs to eat large quantities, and often.

With a 2018 debut, the Australian Silver Emu collection of coins featured a single emu on the design. The 2019 Proof Australian Silver Emu 1 oz Silver Coin features a pair of emus. These coins are produced following the high production standards that the Perth Mint is well-known for. The Perth Mint produces several silver coin series, with new distinctive designs being released each year. The proof versions of the silver coins are produced in lower mintage figures, to boost their collectability.