Perth Mint 2026 Australian Wedge-tailed Eagle 1oz Silver Bullion Coin in Capsule (1oz)

Key Features

• 1oz of 99.99% pure silver
• 11th official John M. Mercanti design – Features an exclusive new reverse by the renowned former Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint.
• Australian legal tender – Includes a micro-laser engraved authentication feature and is presented in a protective acrylic capsule.
• Limited mintage of 50,000 coins worldwide

The Perth Mint 2026 Australian Wedge-tailed Eagle 1oz Silver Bullion Coin marks the 11th annual design in the acclaimed series created exclusively for The Perth Mint by legendary American sculptor and engraver John M. Mercanti, the 12th Chief Engraver of the United States Mint. Struck from 1 troy ounce of 99.99% pure silver, this highly anticipated annual release is sought after by both bullion investors and collectors worldwide.

Australia’s largest bird of prey, the wedge-tailed eagle is an enduring symbol of strength, freedom and resilience. Boasting an impressive wingspan of up to 2.8 metres, it effortlessly rides thermal currents high above the Australian landscape, using its exceptional eyesight to survey the terrain below. Its distinctive wedge-shaped tail and commanding presence have made it one of Australia’s most iconic native birds.

The 2026 reverse features a striking double eagle design, with the powerful head of a wedge-tailed eagle in the foreground and a majestic bald eagle positioned behind it, both gazing to the right. The design includes the inscription ‘AUSTRALIAN WEDGE-TAILED EAGLE’, The Perth Mint’s iconic ‘P’ mintmark, along with the coin’s weight, purity and 2026 year-date.

The obverse bears the official Dan Thorne effigy of His Majesty King Charles III, together with the coin’s monetary denomination, confirming its status as Australian legal tender.

For enhanced security, the reverse also incorporates a micro-laser engraved authentication feature. Visible only under magnification, this advanced security element assists in verifying authenticity and makes the coin significantly more difficult to counterfeit.

With a strict maximum mintage of only 50,000 coins worldwide, the 2026 Australian Wedge-tailed Eagle 1oz Silver Bullion Coin represents an outstanding opportunity to own one of The Perth Mint’s most popular modern bullion releases.