2025 Australian Wedge-tailed Eagle 5oz Silver Proof High Relief Coin

Iconic eagle

Named for its long, distinctively shaped tail, the Australian wedge-tailed eagle has a wingspan of more than 2.5 metres. With the ability to fly tirelessly for many hours, it’s known to soar at altitudes of 2,000 metres and beyond on thermal air currents rising from Australia’s sun-baked terrain.

Design:

Sculpted for The Perth Mint by renowned US engraver, John M. Mercanti, the coin's reverse portrays the wedge-tailed eagle with outstretched wings Reflecting its formidable hunting skils the artistry highlights the bird's large and superbly effective eyes and a large, hooked beak. As well as the inscription 'AUSTRALIAN WEDGETAILED EAGLE' and The Perth Mint's 'P" mintmark, the reverse also includes the coin's weight, fineness and its 2025 year-date.

The obverse depicts the Dan Thorne effigy of His Majesty King Charles III, and the monetary denomination. Also included is a privy mark depicting a wedge-tailed eagle about to land on a tree branch, representing the first coin design in this series

Presentation packaging

Accompanied by a numbered certificate of authenticity, the coin is housed in a grey leatherette display case and themed shipper.