Australian Wedge-tailed Eagle 2018 5oz Gold Proof High Relief Coin

Masterful John M. Mercanti design

A master of avian design, John M. Mercanti takes a touching look at the life-cycle of Australia’s largest bird of prey for his third design in this majestic series.

The exceptional coin portrays a mother wedge-tailed eagle tenderly looking down on her chick. A protective male bird is portrayed hovering above them with its magnificent wings fully extended.

High relief strike

An extra thick blank and deeply engraved dies are required to press this special kind of release. The finished coin features a slightly concave table with an appreciably raised relief showcasing the design in spectacular style.