This beautiful 1oz silver proof coin features an Australia-shaped insert of chrysoprase, an eye-catching green gemstone also known as ‘Australian jade’. Deriving its verdant colour from nickel, the gorgeously green insert perfectly epitomises the lush habitat and remarkable biodiversity of Australia’s rainforests. 

Known by the familiar epithet ‘Great Southern Land’, Australia is an island continent of extraordinary landscapes and biodiversity. Among its most remarkable natural environments are the rainforests of northern and eastern coastal regions. Comprising tropical, sub-tropical and cool-temperate habitats characterised by high rainfall, lush growth, and dense treetop canopies, they support a rich array of Australian animals and
insects, as well as thousands of plant species. 

Struck by The Perth Mint from 1oz of 99.99% pure silver in proof quality, no more than 5,000 will be released.

The coin's design encircles an Australia-shaped insert of chrysoprase, a gemstone that derives its green colour from nickel. Found in Queensland and Western Australia, ‘Australian jade’ as chrysoprase is sometimes known, makes an eye-catching jewellery stone when polished.

Celebrating the flora and fauna of Australia’s iconic rainforest, the coin depicts (clockwise from top-right), a flying fox, a possum, a tree snake, a kingfisher, a crocodile, a butterfly, a tree frog, a cassowary, an orbweaving spider, and other birds.

• 1oz 99.99% Pure Silver
• Authentic Australian Chrysoprase design
• Mintage 5000
• Proof (FDC)