Description
1991 Australian Nugget 1/2oz Gold Coin – Common Wallaroo
The 1991 Australian Nugget 1/2oz Gold Coin is a highly sought-after issue from the Perth Mint’s original Australian Nugget bullion series. Struck from 1/2 troy ounce of 99.99% pure gold, the coin carries a face value of $50 AUD and features the distinctive Common Wallaroo design.
The Australian Nugget series originally depicted famous Australian gold nuggets before the designs changed in 1989 to showcase Australia’s unique wildlife. The series was subsequently renamed the Australian Kangaroo series, making these earlier Nugget issues particularly interesting to collectors.
Coin Details
- Year: 1991
- Mint: Perth Mint
- Metal: Gold
- Purity: 99.99% pure gold
- Weight: 1/2 troy ounce (15.553 grams)
- Face Value: $50 AUD
- Mint Mark: P
- Series: Australian Nugget
Design
The obverse features the crowned effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, facing right and designed by Raphael Maklouf. The inscription reads ELIZABETH II AUSTRALIA · 50 DOLLARS ·.
The reverse showcases a detailed representation of a Common Wallaroo crouching and facing right, set against a stylised sunburst background. The inscriptions include COMMON WALLAROO, THE AUSTRALIAN NUGGET 1/2 OZ. 9999 GOLD, and the year 1991. The Perth Mint’s P mint mark appears above the date.
Note: Stock may include coins purchased from the secondary market in good condition
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