2021 1 oz Australian Silver Kookaburra Coin – .9999 Fine BU – Perth Mint

The 2021 1 oz Australian Silver Kookaburra continues one of the most beloved annual bullion coin traditions from the Perth Mint. Launched in 1990, the Silver Kookaburra series set the standard for yearly changing designs that celebrate Australia’s native wildlife, particularly the kookaburra—a bird known for its iconic laugh and association with the rugged Australian bush.

Coin Highlights:

• Year: 2021
• Weight: 1 Troy oz
• Purity: .9999 Fine Silver
• Diameter: ~40.6 mm
• Face Value: $1 AUD (Legal tender in Australia)
• Mintage Cap: 500,000 coins
• Obverse: Jody Clark effigy of Queen Elizabeth II
• Reverse: Kookaburra on eucalyptus branch with micro-laser engraved security feature
• Mint: Perth Mint
• Packaging: Individual capsule, rolls of 20, or boxes of 100
• IRA Eligible: Yes

Each year, collectors and investors alike look forward to the latest design in this long-running series. The 2021 release showcases a beautifully detailed kookaburra perched on the branch of a gum tree, with seedpods and leaves adding natural context to the scene. The Perth Mint’s signature “P” mint mark is also present, affirming the coin's provenance.

Struck from 1 troy ounce of .9999 fine silver, the 2021 Silver Kookaburra combines investment-grade purity with exceptional artistry. A standout feature of this year’s release is the inclusion of a micro-laser engraved letter in the word “AUSTRALIAN KOOKABURRA” on the reverse. This cutting-edge security element is only visible under magnification, making it harder to counterfeit and easier to authenticate.

The obverse features the Jody Clark effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, along with the face value of $1 AUD. As legal tender backed by the Australian government, the coin carries both numismatic prestige and guaranteed silver content.

This coin is available in a variety of packaging formats. Each coin comes individually encapsulated in a plastic capsule for protection. Multiples of 20 are shipped in sealed rolls, and quantities of 100 come in sealed Perth Mint boxes, making this an ideal purchase whether you're a collector or investor.

With a maximum mintage of just 500,000 coins worldwide, the 2021 Silver Kookaburra offers scarcity and collectibility in addition to its intrinsic value. Eligible for inclusion in Precious Metals IRAs, it also serves as a smart hedge in a diversified investment portfolio.

For more than three decades, the Silver Kookaburra has helped establish the Perth Mint’s global reputation for high-quality bullion coins. Its annual design changes, high purity, and limited mintages continue to make it one of the most collected and traded silver coins in the world.