Australia
Wedge-tailed Eagle
Aquila audax
- Range
- Australia, Tasmania, southern New Guinea
- Feature
- legs feathered down to the toes
Red List: least concernOn this coin
1 oz Gold Wedge Tailed Eagle 2024 PP High Relief (Mintage: 500 | Proof)
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- Anniversary design: 10 years of the Eagle series
- Perth Mint: renowned mint
- Finest gold: fineness 999.9/1,000
- Anniversary designEagle with sun rays, designed by John M. Mercanti
- Perth MintOne of the world's leading mints, from Australia
- Finest goldHigh-purity gold, guaranteed by the P mint mark
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Eagles of the Continents
Wedge-Tailed Eagle 2024, 1 ounce of gold, picture side
The Wedge-tailed Eagle is the largest living bird of prey in Australia.
The birds of the coins
Six species, four continents
The coins of this world are ordered by the bird, not by the country that issues them.
Africa
Martial Eagle
Polemaetus bellicosus
- Habitat
- open grassland with scattered large trees
- Weight
- 3 to 6.2 kg
Red List: endangered
Africa
Bateleur
Terathopius ecaudatus
- Range
- much of Africa south of the Sahara, southwestern Arabia
- Area
- about 23.5 million km²
Red List: endangered
Europe
Spanish Imperial Eagle
Aquila adalberti
- Breeding range
- only the Iberian Peninsula
- Population 2020
- 530 to 540 pairs
Red List: vulnerable
Europe
Golden Eagle
Aquila chrysaetos
- In this world
- on coins from Malta and Samoa
- Range
- North America, Eurasia and North Africa
Red List: least concern
North America
Bald Eagle
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
- Size
- 71 to 96 cm, 3 to 6.3 kg
- Population
- about 200,000 mature individuals
Red List: least concern
Red List categories according to BirdLife International.
Australia · Wedge-tailed Eagle
The eagle with the wedge-shaped tail
Its tail is long and wedge-shaped, its legs are feathered down to the toes.
It lives across the whole Australian mainland, on Tasmania and in southern New Guinea, from the coast to the mountains. Of the world’s large eagles it is the most common.
Its nest of dead branches is used for years; nests 1.8 metres wide, 3 metres deep and weighing about 400 kilograms are known.
Perth Mint · since 2014
Eleven designs in thirteen years
The series began in January 2014; the designs are by John M. Mercanti.
2014/2015
2016/2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026first with two species
Bullion and colourOne ounce of silver, plus two coloured issues.
1 ounce of silver
2021202220242026
1 ounce of silver, coloured
20252026
High ReliefMostly in proof: silver from one to ten ounces, gold from one to five ounces.
1 ounce of silver
202120232025
2 ounces of silver, piedfort
2022
3 ounces of silver
2024
5 ounces of silver
202020212025
10 ounces of silver
2020202120222023
1 ounce of gold
20152016201720182019202220232024
2 ounces of gold
20142015201620172019
5 ounces of gold
201620182019
Special finishesPartly gilded, Ultra High Relief and rose gold.
1 ounce of silver, partly gilded
2024
2 ounces of silver, partly gilded
20232026
5 ounces of silver, partly gilded
20232026
1 ounce of gold, Ultra High Relief
20252026
1 ounce of rose gold, Ultra High Relief
2025
From Niue: John Gould’s Wedge-tailed EagleIssued by Niue, struck by B.H. Mayer, with the privy JG.one ounce of silverone ounce of gold
Africa · Odyssey of the Sky
Martial Eagle and Bateleur
The Odyssey of the Sky of the South African Mint began in 2025 with the Bateleur, followed by the Martial Eagle in 2026. Each coin shows its face value as an R before the number, the symbol of the rand.
Europe · Spanish Imperial Eagle and Golden Eagle
The return of the Spanish Imperial Eagle
In the 1960s only 30 pairs of the Spanish Imperial Eagle were left; in 2020 there were 530 to 540.
North America · Bald Eagle
The eagle with the white head
In August 2007 the Bald Eagle was removed from the list of endangered species in the USA.
The coin in detail
The design in High Relief
The eagle stands in High Relief, struck in proof.
For the tenth anniversary of the series the picture side bears “10TH ANNIVERSARY”.
PlumageThe plumage in detail
Mint markThe mark P125
At a glance
- Series
- Australian Wedge-Tailed Eagle
- Eagle
- Wedge-tailed Eagle
- Metal
- gold
- Weight
- 1 ounce
- Fineness
- 999.9/1,000
- Country of issue
- Australia
- Face value
- 100 Dollars
- Year
- 2024
- Quality
- proof
- Finish
- High Relief
- Mintage
- 500 pieces
- Mint
- Perth Mint
Eagles of the Continents
From Africa to North America, captured in gold, silver and copper.
Exclusive Collector's Coin: 1 oz Gold Wedge Tailed Eagle 2024 PP High Relief
- Strictly limited: Very low mintage of only 500 pieces worldwide
- Growth potential: Very high appreciation potential due to strict limitation and high demand
- Rarity: One of the rarest collector's coins
- Investment objective: Collector's coin with higher appreciation potential
- Design: Unique design for the 10th anniversary of the Wedge-Tailed Eagle by John M. Mercanti
- Material / Fineness: 1 oz 999.9/1,000 pure gold
- Manufacturer: Produced by the renowned mint Perth Mint
- Country of origin: Australia
- Mint quality: Highest possible mint quality "Proof" (PP)
- Special feature: High Relief minting for exceptional visual and tactile appeal
The 1 oz Gold Wedge Tailed Eagle 2024 PP High Relief is a tribute to Australia's majestic national bird and a crowning jewel for any collector's coin collection. It celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Wedge-Tailed Eagle series and was designed by the renowned engraver John M. Mercanti. With a strict mintage of only 500 pieces worldwide, this coin represents a true rarity and holds enormous appreciation potential.
The wedge-tailed eagle, Australia's largest bird of prey, is depicted on this coin in a breathtaking High Relief. This relief highlights the fine details and impressive appearance of the eagle, creating a fascinating sense of depth. The eagle is shown with outstretched wings extending to the edge of the coin, transitioning into a stylised sunray design. This detail and the patterned background make the coin's design a true work of art.
The coin has a fineness of 999.9/1,000 and weighs one ounce. It is a product of the Perth Mint, one of the world's leading mints, renowned for its high-quality collector's and bullion coins. As official currency with a face value of 100 AUD, it is legal tender in Australia, yet its true value far exceeds its face value.
The 2024 year of issue marks the 10th anniversary of the Wedge-Tailed Eagle coins, and this special edition bears the "P" mint mark of the Perth Mint as a sign of its quality and authenticity. The reverse of the coin features the portrait of King Charles III, lending this Proof coin a regal dignity.
The Proof is the highest possible mint quality a coin can achieve. It is characterised by a mirror-polished background and frosted raised elements that reflect light in a spectacular manner, bringing the design to life. This gold coin is therefore not only an investment in physical gold, but also a work of art that captivates collectors and connoisseurs alike.
As part of the Wedge-Tailed Eagle series, which has been celebrated for its quality and beauty for a decade, this coin offers a unique combination of craftsmanship, history, and collector's value. The low mintage and exclusive High Relief minting make it a highly sought-after object for collectors and investors seeking a coin with genuine rarity value and long-term appreciation potential.
The gold from which this coin was minted is a stable and proven store of value for over 6,000 years. It has never had a value of zero and is recognised as a currency worldwide. These qualities make gold a valuable addition to any collection or as part of a long-term investment strategy.
The 1 oz Gold Wedge Tailed Eagle 2024 PP High Relief is more than just a coin – it is a piece of history, a symbol of enduring value, and an investment in the future. Secure this masterpiece of coin minting now and own a piece of gold that will never lose its lustre.
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