Perth Mint Australian Platinum Platypus Coin

The

Perth Mint Australian Platinum Platypus One Ounce Coin

is a government-issued platinum bullion coin that combines high purity, trusted minting, and distinctive Australian wildlife design. Produced by the Perth Mint, this coin offers investors a full ounce of platinum backed by the Government of Western Australia.

A Unique Platinum Coin from Australia
The Platinum Platypus was first introduced in 1988, making it one of the earliest platinum bullion coins available to investors worldwide. The Perth Mint is internationally respected for its refining expertise, strict quality control, and innovative bullion programs. Platinum is rarer than gold and is widely used in automotive, medical, and industrial applications, helping support long-term demand.

Each coin contains 1 troy ounce of .9995 fine platinum, struck to precise minting standards.

Obverse Design: Elizabeth II or Charles III
The obverse features an official portrait of Queen Elizabeth II or King Charles III, created by one of the Royal Mint engravers used during the year of issue. The portrait may vary slightly depending on the mint year, reflecting updates made over time.

Obverse inscriptions include:

• “ELIZABETH II” or “CHARLES III”
  
  
• “AUSTRALIA”
  
  
• The face value of 100 Australian dollars

This confirms the coin’s status as legal tender of Australia.

Reverse Design: The Platypus
The reverse showcases the platypus, one of Australia’s most distinctive native animals. The design shows the platypus swimming through water, capturing movement and detail that highlight the Perth Mint’s engraving skill.

Reverse details include:

• A swimming platypus at the center
  
  
• “PLATYPUS” clearly inscribed
  
  
• Weight and purity: “1 oz 9995 PLATINUM”
  
  
• The year of mintage

The design is both visually appealing and easy to recognize in bullion markets.

Highlights

• 1 troy ounce of .9995 fine platinum
  
  
• Minted by the Perth Mint of Australia
  
  
• Australian legal tender with $100 AUD face value
  
  
• IRA eligible for Precious Metals IRAs
  
  
• Early and well-established platinum bullion series

Why Choose the Platinum Platypus?
The Perth Mint Platinum Platypus appeals to investors who want a trusted government-issued platinum coin with a long production history and unique wildlife design. Its one-ounce size offers efficient pricing and strong resale potential.

With respected minting, high purity, and IRA eligible status, the Perth Mint Australian Platinum Platypus One Ounce Coin is a solid and practical choice for adding physical platinum to a diversified precious metals portfolio.