1 oz Silver Coin - Opal Series - Great Southern Land - Chrysoprase - 2024
### Great Southern Land - Chrysoprase Coin 1 Oz Silver - Proof - With authentic Australian Chrysoprase design - 99.99% pure Silver - Mintage 5,000 pieces - With numbered Certificate of Authenticity - Delivered in original box The 2024 **Great Southern Land coin** was struck by the **Perth Mint** from one ounce of 99.99% pure silver. The coin's design features an insert of Australian chrysoprase, a gemstone whose green coloration is caused by nickel. This stone, which is found in Queensland and Western Australia, is also known as “Australian jade”. Chrysoprase is particularly highlighted by its impressive appearance once it has been polished. The year of issue “2024”, the fineness and the mintmark “P125” for the Perth Mint's anniversary are also included in the design. The reverse shows the portrait of King Charles III as well as the inscriptions “AUSTRALIA” and “1 DOLLAR”. Australia, often referred to as the 'Great Southern Land', is a continent characterized by its unique landscapes and enormous biodiversity. The northern and eastern coastal areas of Australia are known for their impressive rainforests. These areas contain a variety of ecosystems, including tropical, subtropical and cool temperate, all characterized by abundant rainfall, dense and lush greenery and extensive tree canopies. Within these rich environments you will find a wide variety of Australian animal and insect species as well as an immense number of plant species. The **Great Southern Land - Chrysoprase silver coin** is supplied in its original box with a numbered certificate of authenticity from the Perth Mint.