The Australian Kookaburra series is one of the most well-known silver bullion programs in the world and the longest-running silver coin series from the Perth Mint. First issued in 1990, the Silver Kookaburra features a fresh design of its namesake bird on the reverse each year. Right now, 1992 10 oz Proof Australian Silver Kookaburra Coins are available from BullionMax.

Coin Highlights:

• Arrives in a protective plastic capsule!
• 3rd year for the Silver Kookaburra Series!
• Limited mintage of only 2,500 coins!
• Contains 10 Troy oz of .999 pure silver.
• Bears a face value of $10 (AUD) backed by the federal government of Australia.
• The obverse features Queen Elizabeth II.
• On the reverse is a kookaburra on a small branch.

Each 1992 10 oz Proof Australian Silver Kookaburra Coin is safely packaged in a protective plastic capsule. This proof release had a mintage of just 2,500 coins, making it a sought-after collector’s piece. The proof finish provides a sharp contrast between frosted design elements and reflective background fields, adding to its visual appeal.

Kookaburras are native to Australia and New Guinea and are famous for their unique, laughter-like call. These large birds, part of the kingfisher family, are known for living in family groups where young birds often assist in raising their siblings. Despite their classification as kingfishers, kookaburras rarely eat fish, instead preferring prey such as small reptiles, rodents, and insects.

On the obverse of the 1992 Proof Australian Silver Kookaburra Coin is a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. This right-profile effigy, created by Raphael Maklouf in 1985, was widely used across Commonwealth coinage during the era. The Queen is shown wearing the George IV State Diadem, a crown often associated with official portraits.

The reverse side of the 1992 10 oz Proof Silver Kookaburras depicts a kookaburra perched on a short branch. This design captures the bird in a natural moment of stillness, showcasing its sharp features and strong beak. Kookaburras are skilled hunters, often using a “sit and wait” strategy to catch prey from branches.

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