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2012 5 oz Proof Silver Australian Koala Perth Mint NGC PF 70 UCAM
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2012 5 oz Proof Silver Australian Koala Perth Mint NGC PF 70 UCAM
Please note the holder may display imperfections.
The 2012 5 oz Proof Silver Australian Koala, struck by the prestigious Perth Mint, is a masterpiece of numismatic artistry and craftsmanship. Containing 5 troy ounces of .999 fine silver, this large-format proof coin has been certified a flawless PF 70 Ultra Cameo (UCAM) by NGC, ensuring exceptional quality and pristine presentation.
The Australian Koala series, introduced in 2007, quickly became one of the Perth Mint’s most beloved programs. Each year features a new design of the koala, one of Australia’s most recognizable and iconic marsupials. The 2012 issue highlights the koala in remarkable detail, and the proof finish amplifies every aspect of the design with frosted reliefs against mirrored fields.
Collectors highly prize the 5 oz proof format, as it offers a larger canvas for appreciating the coin’s artistry while delivering significant silver weight. Combined with its perfect grade, this issue is both a collector’s treasure and a desirable investment piece.
Coin Specification:
- Limited mintage of 5,000
- Graded by NGC as PF 70 UCAM
- Contains 5 troy oz of .999 fine silver
- Struck by the Perth Mint
- Proof finish
- Face value of $8 AUD, backed by the Australian government
- Arrives in official NGC holder
- Obverse: Features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Ian Rank-Broadley, and the monetary denomination
- Reverse: Depicts a detailed koala sleeping on the branch of an eucalyptus tree, designed by Aleysha Howarth
The 2012 5 oz Proof Silver Australian Koala Perth Mint NGC PF 70 UCAM unites flawless quality, precious silver content, and the beauty of Australia’s iconic wildlife in one extraordinary collectible. Its perfect grade, limited mintage, and large format make it a standout addition for serious collectors and silver enthusiasts alike.
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