2 oz Gold Kangaroo Nugget High Relief 2017 (Proof | Mintage: 250 pieces)
- Perth Mint: renowned mint
- Magnificent design: Kangaroo in the Outback
- Elegant wooden case: glossy and elegant
- Perth MintKnown for high quality and exquisite design
- Magnificent designA hopping Kangaroo, Elizabeth II on the reverse
- Elegant wooden caseThe coin rests securely on a black velvet insert
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Kangaroo Nugget 2017
A kangaroo in mid-leap,over rocks and grasses.
Image of the kangaroo side: a kangaroo leaping to the right over rocks and grasses, AUSTRALIAN KANGAROO at the top
The kangaroo of the year
The kangaroo of 2017
The design shows a kangaroo leaping over rocks and grasses.
The leaping kangaroo
Rocks and grasses
Year, weight and fineness
The name
Why it is called Nugget
The Welcome Stranger was found by the miner John Deason on 5 February 1869 near Moliagul in Victoria, three centimetres deep among the roots of a tree. He hid the find until dark and then dug it out with his partner Richard Oates. In Dunolly the nugget, then the largest known in the world, had to be broken up on an anvil so that it would fit on the bank’s scales, as Museums Victoria reports.
This nugget and three other famous ones appeared on the first years of the series, in designs by Stuart Devlin. It began as The Australian Nugget.
Then came the kangaroo, according to The Perth Mint an icon of Australia that is more easily recognised all over the world. Since 2008 it has listed the bullion coin as the Australian Kangaroo; we still call the series Kangaroo Nugget, after the name under which it began in 1986.
- 1986The first issue, in proof
- 1989Stuart Devlin’s kangaroo, first on the proof
- 1990The kangaroo on the bullion coin too
The series
A new kangaroo every year
The gold bullion coins up to one ounce receive a new kangaroo every year. In the early years even the species changed, from the red kangaroo in 1990 to the whiptail wallaby in 1994.
There had been a kangaroo on gold in Australia before. In 1853 Reginald Scaife reached Melbourne aboard the clipper Kangaroo, as manager of a private mint, the Kangaroo Office. With purpose-made dies he struck 27 sets of gold tokens, from a quarter ounce to two ounces, dated 1853.
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The finish
High Relief in gold
The design stands in high relief, struck as a proof.
The obverse bears Queen Elizabeth II. Since 2024 the series has carried King Charles III in the portrait by Dan Thorne.
At a glance
- Issuer
- The Perth Mint
- Face value
- 200 Australian dollars
- Fine weight
- 2 ounces fine gold
- Fineness
- 99.99%
- Year
- 2017
- Mintage
- 250 coins
Details according to The Perth Mint and our product data; the face value as it appears on the coin.
First the nuggets, then the kangaroo.
Kangaroo Nugget 2017, in gold.
2 oz Gold Kangaroo Nugget High Relief 2017 - A Rarity for Collectors and Investors
The 2 oz Gold Kangaroo Nugget High Relief 2017 is an extraordinary coin that makes every collector's heart beat faster. With its strict limitation and exceptional minting, it is a true highlight for any collection and offers a high potential for value appreciation.
Why this coin is unique
- Design: The obverse shows a hopping kangaroo in the breathtaking landscape of the Australian outback. The reverse presents the well-known portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. Both sides bear the mint mark 'P' of the Perth Mint.
- Investment purpose: As a collector's coin with a strict limitation of only 250 pieces worldwide, this coin offers high potential for value appreciation.
- Material / Fineness: The coin consists of 2 ounces of the purest gold with a fineness of 999.9/1,000. This guarantees not only its intrinsic value but also its magnificent shine.
- Manufacturer: The coin was minted by the renowned Perth Mint, known for its high quality standards and exquisite design.
The advantages of the 2 oz Gold Kangaroo Nugget High Relief 2017
As one of the rarest coins in the world, the 2 oz Gold Kangaroo Nugget High Relief 2017 offers numerous advantages:
- Strictly limited: With a mintage of only 250 pieces worldwide, this coin is a true rarity and a must-have for every collector.
- Growth opportunities: Due to the strict limitation and high demand, this coin offers enormous potential for value appreciation.
- Special feature: The High Relief minting gives the coin a distinctive look and feel that sets it apart from other coins.
Gold - The oldest currency in the world
Gold is God's money. It is the oldest currency in the world and has never had a value of zero, as it possesses intrinsic value. Gold protects you from loss of purchasing power and serves as an inflation hedge. It is tradable worldwide and can be used as a medium of exchange. Gold has high liquidity and can easily be converted into cash. It offers protection against political and economic crises and can serve as crisis protection.
Conclusion
The 2 oz Gold Kangaroo Nugget High Relief 2017 is a unique and very rare coin that should not be missing from any collection. With its strict limitation, impressive minting, and high potential for value appreciation, it is an excellent investment for collectors and investors alike.
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