5 oz Silver Coin - Wedge-Tailed Eagle - Gilded - Ultra High Relief - 2026
### Wedge-Tailed Eagle - 2026 5 Oz Silver - Reverse Proof Gilded - Ultra High Relief - 5 oz 99.99% pure Silver - **Enhanced with 24-karat Gold** - Limited Mintage only 500 pieces worldwide - With numbered Certificate of Authenticity - Presented in original Box The 2026 issue of the **Wedge-Tailed Eagle** was struck by The Perth Mint from **5 ounces of 99.99% pure silver in reverse proof** and features a partial enhancement in **24-karat gold**. The design of the **Ultra High Relief silver coin** was once again created in collaboration with renowned U.S. engraver John M. Mercanti and depicts the heads and upper neck areas of two wedge-tailed eagles in detailed execution. The motive is framed by the inscriptions “AUSTRALIAN WEDGE-TAILED EAGLE” and “2026 5oz 9999 SILVER”. Also integrated into the design is the traditional “P” mintmark of **The Perth Mint**. In addition to the central motive, the outer rim of the coin has also been gilded, giving this issue a particularly striking contrast. The reverse features the portrait of King Charles III, along with the denomination. The wedge-tailed eagle is one of the largest birds of prey in the world and is regarded as one of Australia’s best-known eagle species. Its wings can reach a span of up to 2.7 metres. This impressive bird is primarily found in Australia and Tasmania, but also occurs in southern Papua New Guinea. It inhabits a variety of landscapes and feeds mainly on reptiles, birds and smaller mammals. The **gilded Wedge-Tailed Eagle 5 oz Ultra High Relief silver coin** is delivered in the original box including a numbered certificate of authenticity from The Perth Mint.