The Australian Kookaburra series, a flagship release of the Perth Mint since 1990, is known for combining investment-grade bullion with ever-changing wildlife artwork. The 1998 2 oz Australian Silver Kookaburra Coin continues this tradition, struck from .999 fine silver and carrying a legal tender face value of $2. With a declared mintage of only 21,184 coins, this issue stands out as one of the scarcer large-format Kookaburras, making it especially desirable among collectors and silver investors.
Key Features
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2 troy ounces of .999 fine silver
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Struck by the Perth Mint
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Obverse: Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Queen Elizabeth II
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Reverse: Kookaburra perched on a farm fence
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Legal tender with $2 denomination
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Declared mintage: 21,184 coins
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Brilliant Uncirculated condition
On the obverse, the coin features Ian Rank-Broadley’s profile of Queen Elizabeth II, which began appearing on Perth Mint coinage in 1998. Inscriptions identify the monarch, issuing nation, and denomination, underscoring its official legal tender status. The reverse showcases a charming scene of a kookaburra perched on a wooden fence, framed by inscriptions noting “The Australian Kookaburra,” year, purity, and weight. The design embodies the rustic beauty of Australia’s landscape while maintaining the precise craftsmanship for which the Perth Mint is renowned.
The 1998 2 oz Silver Kookaburra offers both strong bullion value and low-mintage collectability. As one of the scarcer issues from the earlier years of the series, it holds particular appeal for numismatists and investors looking for pieces that combine artistry, rarity, and precious metal content.
Hero Bullion is proud to offer the 1998 2 oz Australian Silver Kookaburra Coin as part of its broad inventory of bullion and collectibles. With competitive pricing and free shipping on qualifying orders, Hero Bullion makes securing this limited-release silver coin simple and accessible.