Wedge Tailed Eagle 2017, Series 1 oz Gold Wedge Tailed Eagle Proof PF70 $100, 2017

Series: Edge Tailed Eagle 1 oz (Gold)

Created by master engraver John M. Mercanti for The Perth Mint, this exceptionally detailed 1oz gold series in the Australian Wedge-Tailed Eagle design features noticeably raised relief for stunning clarity. Named for its long, distinctively shaped tail, the wedge-tailed eagle is Australia's largest bird of prey and one of the largest eagles in the world. The bird is found on mainland Australia, Tasmania and southern Papua New Guinea and has an impressive wingspan of up to 2.7 meters. The Australian Wedge-Tailed Eagle 1oz Gold Coin is struck by The Perth Mint from 99.99% pure gold and issued as legal tender. No more than 500 of these coins will be released worldwide. The design also includes the inscription AUSTRALIAN WEDGE-TAILED EAGLE, the year 2017, the coin's weight and fineness, and The Perth Mint's "P" mint mark. The obverse of the coin features the Jody Clark effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the currency denomination.

• Country: Australia
• Mint: Perth Mint
• Face value: AUD$100
• Year of issue: 2017
• Metal: 1 oz gold, P
• Weight: 1 oz
• Gross weight: 31.1g
• Fineness: 999.9
• Delivery: In a wooden case with certificate
• The images correspond to the original. Any artifacts in the pictures most likely come from the capsule.