2026 Australian Kangaroo 1/2oz Gold Coin
This 2026 Australian Kangaroo 1/2oz Gold Coin celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Australian Nugget series, featuring the iconic kangaroo design, and a special '40' privy mark to mark the occasion. This coin has a limited mintage of only 100,000. The reverse of the coin depicts two kangaroos leaping through shimmering waters, surrounded by rippling waves and splashes, with a mountainous landscape appearing in the distance. The special '40' privy mark is visible, along with the inscription "KANGAROO", and the Perth Mint's 'P' mintmark. Details of the coins year-date, weight and fineness also feature. The obverse of the coin bears Dan Thorne's portrait of King Charles III, along with the coins monetary denomination shown below. - Contains 0.5 troy ounces of 999.9 fine gold. - Manufactured by The Perth Mint, Australia. - Struck to a [bullion](https://atkinsonsbullion.com/help-advice/glossary) finish. - Diameter: 25.60mm. Thickness: 2.50mm. - Limited mintage of 100,000. - Supplied in a coin capsule. The kangaroo is the largest marsupial surviving on earth today. Its distinctive style of movement, hopping on its hind legs whilst using its large muscular tail for balance, means it is one of the only animals which is unable to move backwards easily. A recognisable symbol of Australia, the kangaroo features in the Australian national emblem alongside the emu. An iconic product crafted by The Perth Mint, the design of the Australian Kangaroo gold coin changes annually, making it appealing to collectors. As proud bullion distributors of The Perth Mint, we purchase these coins directly from The Perth Mint in Australia.