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The 2000 Australian Silver Kookaburra is a highly collectible bullion coin from the Perth Mint, notable as the first release of the 21st century in this long-running series. Struck in .999 fine silver, it features a unique annual design on the reverse and is widely sought after by both investors and numismatists due to its limited mintage.
- Design (Reverse): Depicts a kookaburra perched on a leafy gum tree branch.
- Design (Obverse): Features the "Fourth Portrait" of Queen Elizabeth II by artist Ian Rank-Broadley.
- Purity: .999 fine silver.
- Diameter: 40.60 mm.
- Face Value: $1 AUD.
- Mintage: 104,169 bullion coins were produced
The 2000 Perth Mint Silver Kookaburra stands as a landmark release, bridging the gap between the 20th and 21st centuries with a quintessential Australian design that remains a favorite among purists. Its depiction of the kookaburra amidst gum leaves captures a serene, naturalistic aesthetic that contrasts beautifully with the sharp Ian Rank-Broadley portrait on the obverse. While its silver content provides a solid floor for its worth, the coin’s true appeal lies in its numismatic premium; with a relatively low mintage of just over 100,000 for the 1oz bullion, it has become a "must-have" for date-run collectors. To enthusiasts, this coin isn't just an investment in precious metal, but a high-quality piece of minting history that has proven to hold its value and charm decades after its inaugural strike.
