The platypus, a fascinating and unique creature, is the star of the 2021 1.5 oz Australian Silver Platypus Coin. Known for its semiaquatic lifestyle and egg-laying abilities, the platypus holds a special place in Australia’s rich biodiversity. Now is your chance to own this stunning silver coin from BullionMax.

Coin Highlights:

• Ships to you in protective plastic flips, acrylic tubes of 15 coins, or boxes of 150 coins!
• Stunning silver version of the Australian Platypus!
• Unlimited mintage in 2021!
• Contains 1.5 Troy oz of .9999 pure silver in BU condition.
• The face value of $2 (AUD) is fully backed by Australia.
• Queen Elizabeth II is located on the obverse.
• The reverse features a swimming platypus.
• Artwork by Jennifer McKenna.

The platypus holds a special place in Australian culture, serving as a symbol of the nation’s unique wildlife. It is also historically significant to the Aboriginal Australians, who once relied on the platypus as a vital food source. Today, this extraordinary creature is protected and considered near-threatened.

Each 2021 1.5 oz Australian Silver Platypus Coin comes securely packaged in protective plastic flips. For convenient storage, you can choose to purchase multiples of these coins housed in acrylic tubes containing 15 coins or opt for a box containing 150 coins with a total of 10 tubes. Rest assured, all coins are in Brilliant Uncirculated condition.

The obverse of 2021 Australian Silver Platypus Coins showcases a right-profile portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Jody Clark in 2015. This depiction, known as the fifth-generation British design, shows Her Majesty wearing the George IV State Diadem Crown. It represents the sixth-generation design for Perth Mint coins.

On the reverse side of 2021 1.5 oz Silver Platypus Coins, you’ll find a captivating image of a platypus gracefully swimming beneath the water’s surface. This intricate design beautifully captures the essence of this unique creature, accompanied by delicate details like a lilypad.

Established in 1899, Perth Mint is Australia’s oldest operating mint and holds a significant place in the nation’s history. With legal tender status under the Currency Act of 1965, the mint’s coins are renowned for their exceptional quality and craftsmanship.

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