Australia
Wedge-tailed Eagle
Aquila audax
- Range
- Australia, Tasmania, southern New Guinea
- Feature
- legs feathered down to the toes
Red List: least concernOn this coin
1 oz Gold Wedge Tailed Eagle 2018 Proof (High Relief)
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- Limited: only 500 pieces worldwide
- Famous Engraver: John M. Mercanti
- Perth Mint: renowned mint
- LimitedOnly 500 pieces of this coin were minted worldwide
- Famous EngraverDesigned by the 12th Chief Engraver of the US Mint
- Perth MintFrom the esteemed mint in Perth, Australia
Item No.: 1180130
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Eagles of the Continents
Wedge-Tailed Eagle 2018, 1 ounce of gold, picture side
The Wedge-tailed Eagle is the largest living bird of prey in Australia.
The birds of the coins
Six species, four continents
The coins of this world are ordered by the bird, not by the country that issues them.
Africa
Martial Eagle
Polemaetus bellicosus
- Habitat
- open grassland with scattered large trees
- Weight
- 3 to 6.2 kg
Red List: endangered
Africa
Bateleur
Terathopius ecaudatus
- Range
- much of Africa south of the Sahara, southwestern Arabia
- Area
- about 23.5 million km²
Red List: endangered
Europe
Spanish Imperial Eagle
Aquila adalberti
- Breeding range
- only the Iberian Peninsula
- Population 2020
- 530 to 540 pairs
Red List: vulnerable
Europe
Golden Eagle
Aquila chrysaetos
- In this world
- on coins from Malta and Samoa
- Range
- North America, Eurasia and North Africa
Red List: least concern
North America
Bald Eagle
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
- Size
- 71 to 96 cm, 3 to 6.3 kg
- Population
- about 200,000 mature individuals
Red List: least concern
Red List categories according to BirdLife International.
Australia · Wedge-tailed Eagle
The eagle with the wedge-shaped tail
Its tail is long and wedge-shaped, its legs are feathered down to the toes.
It lives across the whole Australian mainland, on Tasmania and in southern New Guinea, from the coast to the mountains. Of the world’s large eagles it is the most common.
Its nest of dead branches is used for years; nests 1.8 metres wide, 3 metres deep and weighing about 400 kilograms are known.
Perth Mint · since 2014
Eleven designs in thirteen years
The series began in January 2014; the designs are by John M. Mercanti.
2014/2015
2016/2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026first with two species
Bullion and colourOne ounce of silver, plus two coloured issues.
1 ounce of silver
2021202220242026
1 ounce of silver, coloured
20252026
High ReliefMostly in proof: silver from one to ten ounces, gold from one to five ounces.
1 ounce of silver
202120232025
2 ounces of silver, piedfort
2022
3 ounces of silver
2024
5 ounces of silver
202020212025
10 ounces of silver
2020202120222023
1 ounce of gold
20152016201720182019202220232024
2 ounces of gold
20142015201620172019
5 ounces of gold
201620182019
Special finishesPartly gilded, Ultra High Relief and rose gold.
1 ounce of silver, partly gilded
2024
2 ounces of silver, partly gilded
20232026
5 ounces of silver, partly gilded
20232026
1 ounce of gold, Ultra High Relief
20252026
1 ounce of rose gold, Ultra High Relief
2025
From Niue: John Gould’s Wedge-tailed EagleIssued by Niue, struck by B.H. Mayer, with the privy JG.one ounce of silverone ounce of gold
Africa · Odyssey of the Sky
Martial Eagle and Bateleur
The Odyssey of the Sky of the South African Mint began in 2025 with the Bateleur, followed by the Martial Eagle in 2026. Each coin shows its face value as an R before the number, the symbol of the rand.
Europe · Spanish Imperial Eagle and Golden Eagle
The return of the Spanish Imperial Eagle
In the 1960s only 30 pairs of the Spanish Imperial Eagle were left; in 2020 there were 530 to 540.
North America · Bald Eagle
The eagle with the white head
In August 2007 the Bald Eagle was removed from the list of endangered species in the USA.
The coin in detail
The design in High Relief
The eagle stands in High Relief, struck in proof.
PlumageThe plumage in detail
Mint markThe mint mark P
YearThe year of striking
At a glance
- Series
- Australian Wedge-Tailed Eagle
- Eagle
- Wedge-tailed Eagle
- Metal
- gold
- Weight
- 1 ounce
- Fineness
- 999.9/1,000
- Country of issue
- Australia
- Face value
- 100 Dollars
- Year
- 2018
- Quality
- proof
- Finish
- High Relief
- Mintage
- 500 pieces
- Mint
- Perth Mint
Eagles of the Continents
From Africa to North America, captured in gold, silver and copper.
1 oz Gold Wedge Tailed Eagle 2018 Proof (High Relief): An Extraordinary Collector's Item
The 1 oz Gold Wedge Tailed Eagle 2018 Proof (High Relief) is an exquisite collector's item for every precious metals enthusiast. Minted by the renowned Perth Mint in Australia, this coin impresses with its striking design and outstanding minting quality.
Advantages at a glance
- Minting quality: Highest possible minting quality "Proof"
- Investment objective: Rare collector's coin with high appreciation potential
- Design: Expressive design of the Wedge-Tailed Eagle
- Material / fineness: High-quality gold with a fineness of 999.9/1,000
- Manufacturer: Produced by the renowned Perth Mint
- Country of origin: Australia
A Work of Art in Gold
The 1 oz Gold Wedge Tailed Eagle 2018 Proof (High Relief) impresses with its unique design. It depicts a majestic Wedge-Tailed Eagle approaching its nest, where a young bird awaits it. This impressive design was created by the renowned sculptor John M. Mercanti, the 12th Chief Engraver of the US Mint.
Exquisite Minting Quality and High Appreciation Potential
The coin is struck in the highest possible minting quality "Proof" and High Relief, resulting in a particularly distinctive look and feel. With a strictly limited mintage of only 500 pieces worldwide, this coin also offers excellent appreciation potential. It is therefore of interest not only to collectors but also to investors.
A Gold Investment with Tradition and Stability
Gold has been a proven store of value for over 6,000 years and has never had a value of zero. It offers protection against loss of purchasing power and serves as a hedge against inflation and currency risks. As the world's oldest currency and "God's money", gold has intrinsic value and is recognized as currency worldwide. It is tradable worldwide and can be used as a medium of exchange. In addition, gold is exempt from VAT and offers protection against political and economic crises. As an inflation hedge and crisis protection, gold is therefore an ideal addition to any investment portfolio.
The Perfect Addition to Any Collection
The 1 oz Gold Wedge Tailed Eagle 2018 Proof (High Relief) is the ideal addition to any collection. Gold coins like this one are valuable not only because of their gold content, but also due to their rarity and artistic value. With its unique design and high minting quality, this coin is a true highlight for every collector.
Conclusion
The 1 oz Gold Wedge Tailed Eagle 2018 Proof (High Relief) is an extraordinary collector's item that impresses with its striking design and outstanding minting quality. With a strictly limited mintage of only 500 pieces worldwide, this coin also offers excellent appreciation potential. It is therefore the perfect addition to any collection and an ideal investment in gold.
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