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Top US designer

Since 2014, John M. Mercanti has completed nine designs for the internationally popular Wedge-tailed Eagle Series. Formerly the 12th Chief Engraver of the US Mint, the renowned American sculptor and engraver produced more coin and medal designs than any other employee in that organisation’s history.

Montage design

The coin’s reverse comprises eight illustrations of Australia’s largest bird of prey, a distinctive raptor easily identified by its wedge-shaped tail and fully feathered legs. Included in the design is the inscription ‘AUSTRALIAN WEDGE-TAILED EAGLE’, and a ‘P125’ mintmark signifying The Perth Mint’s 125th anniversary in 2024.

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Obverse privy mark

The obverse depicts the Dan Thorne effigy of His Majesty King Charles III, and the monetary denomination. Incorporated in the design is a privy mark representation of John M. Mercanti’s original design for the Wedge-tailed Eagle Series, first issued in 2014.

Presentation case

Accompanied by a numbered certificate of authenticity, the coin is housed in prestigious timber presentation case and themed shipper.

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Specifications

Specifications

Year 2024
Metal Gold
Gold Content (Troy oz) 10.000
Monetary Denomination (AUD) 1,000.00
Fineness (% purity) 99.99
Minimum Gross Weight (g) 311.066
Maximum Diameter (mm) 61.00
Maximum Thickness (mm) 7.80
Maximum Mintage 25
Finish Proof
Legal Tender Australia
Effigy Dan Thorne design of H.M. King Charles III
Designer John M. Mercanti

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