Why purchase this 2020-P First Day of Issue Silver Australian Wedge-Tailed Eagle coin?Introduced in 2014, the Perth Mint's Wedge-Tailed Eagle series gained quick popularity for its low mintages and exquisite wildlife imagery created by retired 12th U.S. Mint Chief Engraver John Mercanti. This 2020 dated release, representing the seventh year of issue, features the fifth design of the series. The silver dollar bullion coin measuring 40.90 mm in diameter is struck from 1 Troy oz. of .9999 fine silver. Mintage is limited to 50,000 pieces, all of which is now sold out at the Mint! Gorgeous Wedge-Tailed Eagle DesignThe reverse features an astoundingly detailed close-up rendition of a Wedge-Tailed Eagle as it prepares to grasp its prey. Inscribed "AUSTRALIAN WEDGE-TAILED EAGLE," "2020 1 OZ 9999 SILVER" and the Mint mark "P." The Royal Mint designer Jody Clark's portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II appears on the obverse. Inscriptions include "ELIZABETH II," "AUSTRALIA" and "1 DOLLAR." Flawless First Day of Issue Mint State 70, with Australian Flag Core and Designer Signed LabelNumismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) graded this 2020-P Australia 1 oz. Silver Wedge-Tailed Eagle coin a perfect Mint State 70. For submission to the grading service within twenty-four hours of release, the silver dollar also earned the coveted First Day of Issue designation. The coin is encapsulated in a NGC holder with a brightly colored Australian flag themed core, accompanied by a coordinating flag style certification label signed by designer John Mercanti. This beautifully presented First Day of Issue 2020-P Australian Silver Wedge-Tailed Eagle coin will make an exciting addition to your collection! |
This 2020-P Australia 1 oz Silver Wedge-Tailed Eagle $1 Coin NGC MS70 FDI Australian Flag Core Mercanti Signed Flag Label is proudly minted by the Perth Mint. The Perth Mint was established in 1899. Today it produces popular series, including the Kookaburra, Koala, and Kangaroo series.
Year of Issue: | 2020 |
Mint: | Perth Mint |
Mint Mark: | P |
Grading Service: | NGC |
Grade: | MS70 |
Release Type: | First Day of Issue |
Finish: | Mint State |
Holder: | Australian Flag Core |
Label/Signature: | Mercanti Signed Flag Label |
Composition: | Silver |
Purity: | 0.9999 |
Display Weight: | 1 oz |
Weight in Grams: | 31.1035 g |
Weight in Ounces: | 1 oz |
Diameter: | 40.9 mm |
Edge Type: | Reeded |
Country: | Australia |
Legal Tender: | Australia |
Currency: | Dollar |
Denomination: | 1 |
Mintage: | 50,000 |
Obverse Design: | Queen Elizabeth II Portrait |
Reverse Design: | Wedge-Tailed Eagle in Flight |
Reverse Designer/Engraver: | John M. Mercanti |
The Perth Mint, located in Western Australia, enjoys one of the finest reputations in the numismatic world today. They have some of the highest standards of design and craftsmanship, their technical prowess is second to none in the minting of high-quality coins, medals, bars and numismatic products