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
2 oz Gold Wedge Tailed Eagle 2019 Proof (Mintage: 250 | High Relief)
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- Elegant design: Wedge-tailed eagle in flight
- Perth Mint: renowned mint
- Highest purity: Fineness 999.9/1,000
- Elegant designAustralia's largest bird of prey in dynamic flight pose
- Perth MintWorld-renowned for premium gold coins from Australia
- Highest purityNear-pure gold of lasting beauty
Item No.: 1190157
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Eagles of the Continents
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.
PlumageThe plumage in detail
Mint markThe mint mark P
YearThe year of striking
At a glance
- Series
- Australian Wedge-Tailed Eagle
- Eagle
- Wedge-tailed Eagle
- Metal
- gold
- Weight
- 2 ounces
- Fineness
- 999.9/1,000
- Country of issue
- Australia
- Face value
- 200 Dollars
- Year
- 2019
- Quality
- proof
- Finish
- High Relief
- Mintage
- 250 pieces
- Mint
- Perth Mint
Eagles of the Continents
From Africa to North America, captured in gold, silver and copper.
2 oz Gold Wedge Tailed Eagle 2019 Proof - A Gem for Collectors
- Strictly limited: Very low mintage of only 250 pieces worldwide
- Growth opportunities: Very high appreciation potential due to strict limitation and high demand
- Very rare collector's coin: A true collector's item for connoisseurs and enthusiasts
- Special feature: High relief minting for a distinctive look and feel
- Minting quality: Highest possible minting quality "Proof"
The 2 oz Gold Wedge Tailed Eagle 2019 Proof is one of the most sought-after collector's coins on the market. It is a true masterpiece of coin minting and sets standards in terms of design and quality.
Design and Motif
The design on the coin depicts the majestic wedge-tailed eagle, Australia's largest bird of prey, in a dynamic flying pose. The detailed representation perfectly expresses the powerful elegance of this fascinating animal. Thanks to the high relief minting, the design gains additional depth and plasticity, making the coin a true eye-catcher.
Material and Fineness
The coin consists of two ounces of pure gold with a fineness of 999.9/1,000. This precious metal is prized not only for its enduring beauty and rarity, but also for its stable performance. For thousands of years, gold has proven itself as a reliable inflation hedge and crisis protection.
Manufacturer and Country of Origin
The coin was minted by the renowned Perth Mint in Australia, which is known worldwide for its exceptional and high-quality gold coins. As official legal tender in Australia, the coin has a face value of 200 AUD, yet its actual value far exceeds this due to its purity, quality, and rarity.
An Absolute Collector's Item with Appreciation Potential
The 2 oz Gold Wedge Tailed Eagle 2019 Proof is definitely more than just a coin. It is a work of art, a rarity, and a safe investment all at once. With its strict limitation to only 250 pieces worldwide, it has enormous appreciation potential and is a must-have for every serious coin collector. Its high minting quality, excellent craftsmanship, and impressive design make it a true gem that should not be missing from any collection.
Invest in a Piece of History
Gold is the oldest currency in the world and has outlived all other currencies. It is God's money and a stable, proven store of value. With the 2 oz Gold Wedge Tailed Eagle 2019 Proof, you are investing not only in gold, but also in a piece of history and art. Don't miss this opportunity and secure this unique collector's coin now!
Order the 2 oz Gold Wedge Tailed Eagle 2019 Proof Now
The 2 oz Gold Wedge Tailed Eagle 2019 Proof is an excellent addition to any collection and a secure investment with high appreciation potential. Order now and benefit from the strict limitation and high demand for this extraordinary collector's item. The coin is delivered in an elegant case and is new and uncirculated. Don't miss this unique opportunity and invest in a true highlight of coin minting!
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