- New design: Two kangaroos
- Perth Mint: since 1899
- Highest purity: 999.9/1,000 fine gold
- New designTwo leaping kangaroos struck against water waves
- Perth MintStruck at Australia's oldest operating mint
- Highest purity7.78 grams fine gold in Brilliant Uncirculated quality
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The Australian Nugget at 40
Two kangaroos in the water,the mountains beyond.
Image of the kangaroo side: two kangaroos leaping to the left through water with ripples, hills in the distance, KANGAROO and a 40 at the top, year, weight and fineness on the rim, a P on the right
The kangaroo of the year
A design by Neil Hollis
Ripples and splashes around the kangaroos, as The Perth Mint describes the design.
The 40 in the design is a privy mark for the 40th anniversary of the Australian Nugget. The gold coin was approved on 8 August 1985, and its first issue appeared at the end of 1986.
The two kangaroos
Water and mountains
The privy mark 40
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
- 2026The privy mark 40 for the anniversary
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
The gold bullion coin
The Perth Mint strikes the bullion coin in gold with a fineness of 99.99 per cent. It is legal tender in Australia.
In the 2026 issue, all sizes from a tenth of an ounce to one ounce bear the same design.
The obverse shows King Charles III in the portrait by Dan Thorne. The Perth Mint’s first coin with this portrait was a kangaroo coin, released on 15 January 2024.
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At a glance
- Issuer
- The Perth Mint
- Face value
- 25 Australian dollars
- Fine weight
- 1/4 ounce fine gold
- Fineness
- 99.99%
- Diameter
- 20.6 mm
- Year
- 2026
Details according to The Perth Mint and our product data; the face value as it appears on the coin.
Forty years after the first Nugget coin.
Kangaroo Nugget 2026, in gold.
1/4 oz Gold Kangaroo Nugget 2026 – Australia's legendary bullion coin in a compact format
- Investment goal: Bullion coin with inflation hedge and value preservation, as well as 1/4 ounce and compact crisis protection
- Design: The obverse features the Kangaroo design, while the reverse bears the portrait of King Charles III
- Material / Fineness: Purest gold with an impressive fineness of 999.9/1,000
- Manufacturer: Produced by the renowned Perth Mint
- Country of origin: Australia
- Special feature of the design: Two dynamic kangaroos in a naturalistic depiction against an Australian waterscape
- Precious metal details: 7.78 grams of fine gold in the highest minting quality
- Mint: Perth Mint – Australia's oldest operating mint
The Gold Kangaroo Nugget series is among the most sought-after gold coins worldwide. With the 2026 edition, the Perth Mint continues its success story, presenting a coin that delights both collectors and investors alike.
Masterful minting meets Australian symbolism
This year's design shows a fully grown kangaroo in full leap, accompanied by a second kangaroo. The richly detailed design perfectly captures the dynamism of these iconic marsupials. In the background, stylised water waves can be seen – an artistic element representing the Australian landscape. Every single fur detail has been crafted with the utmost precision.
The reverse is adorned with the dignified portrait of King Charles III, surrounded by the inscription "CHARLES III AUSTRALIA" and the face value of 25 Australian dollars. This royal engraving lends the coin additional prestige and underscores its status as official legal tender.
"Gold is the world's oldest currency and has outlived every paper currency. It is God's money and offers true protection against the loss of purchasing power."
Why the 1/4 oz Gold Kangaroo Nugget 2026 enriches your portfolio
- Perfect denomination: With 7.78 grams of fine gold, ideal for regular saving
- Limited mintage: Only 150,000 coins minted worldwide
- Tax advantages: VAT-free on purchase, tax-free on sale after a one-year holding period
- Highest purity: 999.9/1,000 fine gold guarantees maximum material value
- Worldwide acceptance: Internationally recognised and tradable at any time
The compact size of 20.60 mm in diameter makes this coin the ideal entry point into the world of precious metal investments. It fits perfectly into any portfolio and allows for flexible wealth allocation.
Perth Mint – Tradition meets innovation
Since 1899, the Perth Mint has stood for the highest standards of minting craftsmanship. As one of the oldest mints in the world, it combines traditional craftsmanship with state-of-the-art technology. The Kangaroo series was first launched in 1989 and has since developed into one of the most successful bullion coin series. Annually changing designs make every edition a sought-after collector's item.
The Brilliant Uncirculated quality is optimally protected by the included coin capsule. This ensures that the flawless shine of your investment is preserved for the long term.
Gold as a crisis-proof asset
In times of economic uncertainty, gold proves its strength. While paper money loses purchasing power through inflation, the yellow precious metal retains its intrinsic value. The world's largest central banks hoard gold reserves – a clear signal that even the guardians of paper money trust in the permanence of gold.
- Protection against political and economic crises
- No correlation to other asset classes
- Physical ownership without counterparty risk
- Ideal complement to retirement planning
- Wealth transfer across generations
The 1/4 oz Gold Kangaroo Nugget 2026 combines all these benefits in one handy coin. It is small enough for regular additional purchases and large enough to represent a tangible asset. With its high liquidity, you can access your investment at any time – an invaluable advantage in uncertain times.
Your path to sustainable wealth protection
This Australian gold coin is more than just an investment – it is a statement for smart wealth management. While fiat currencies come and go, gold has shone for over 6,000 years. It has outlasted empires, weathered economic crises, and consistently provided security to its owners.
With the 1/4 oz Gold Kangaroo Nugget 2026, you secure a piece of this timeless permanence. Seize the opportunity to diversify your wealth with a tangible asset that is valued and accepted worldwide. In a world full of uncertainties, gold is your anchor – stable, valuable, and always liquid.
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