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
3 oz Silver 10 Years Wedge Tailed Eagle 2024 (Mintage: 5,000 | Proof)
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- Famous Engraver: John M. Mercanti
- Perth Mint: 125 years of tradition
- Elegant Case: with motif box
- Famous EngraverDesigned by the 12th engraver of the US Mint
- Perth MintThe P125 mintmark celebrates the mint's anniversary
- Elegant CaseDelivered in a premium case with eagle motif box
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Eagles of the Continents
Wedge-Tailed Eagle 2024, 3 ounces of silver, 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
Ten years of the Wedge-tailed Eagle
For the tenth anniversary of the series the Perth Mint struck three ounces of fine silver in proof in 2024.
For the tenth anniversary of the series the picture side bears “10TH ANNIVERSARY”.
PlumageThe plumage in detail
Mint markThe mark P125
At a glance
- Series
- Australian Wedge-Tailed Eagle
- Eagle
- Wedge-tailed Eagle
- Metal
- silver
- Weight
- 3 ounces
- Fineness
- 999.9/1,000
- Country of issue
- Australia
- Face value
- 3 Dollars
- Year
- 2024
- Quality
- proof
- Mintage
- 5,000 pieces
- Mint
- Perth Mint
Eagles of the Continents
From Africa to North America, captured in gold, silver and copper.
3 oz Silver 10 Years Wedge Tailed Eagle 2024 (Mintage: 5,000 | Proof)
- Limited: Low mintage of only 5,000 pieces worldwide
- Growth potential: Higher appreciation potential due to limited mintage
- Very rare collector's coin / rarity
- Design: Rising wedge-tailed eagle, designed by John M. Mercanti
- Manufacturer: Perth Mint
- Country of origin: Australia
The 3 oz Silver 10 Years Wedge Tailed Eagle 2024 is a true rarity and a masterpiece of coin art. This strictly limited collector's coin, issued in a mintage of only 5,000 pieces worldwide, combines the highest minting quality with an iconic design. Produced by the renowned Perth Mint in Australia, this coin is a must-have for every serious coin collector and precious metals investor.
Unique Design and Highest Minting Quality
The coin's design was created for the ninth time by the renowned engraver John M. Mercanti, the 12th Chief Engraver of the US Mint. It depicts a majestic wedge-tailed eagle, Australia's largest bird of prey, soaring with outstretched wings against a patterned background with stylised sun rays. The design is framed by the inscriptions "AUSTRALIAN WEDGE-TAILED EAGLE", "10th ANNIVERSARY" and "2024 3oz 9999 SILVER". Also included in the design is the mint mark "P125", which commemorates the 125th anniversary of the Perth Mint. The reverse features the portrait of King Charles III, the face value, and a privy mark depicting a wedge-tailed eagle landing on a branch.
Highest Quality in Proof
The coin impresses with its highest minting quality "Proof" (PP), making it a true work of art. This outstanding quality perfectly showcases the fine details of the design and gives the coin a brilliant and flawless appearance. The Proof minting guarantees an exceptional look and makes the coin a true eye-catcher in any collection.
Exclusive Packaging and Presentation
The 3 oz silver coin is delivered in a high-quality case that underscores the exclusivity and value of this special collector's coin. The elegant case provides optimal protection and a stylish presentation befitting this extraordinary coin. In addition, the coin is packaged in an attractive box showcasing the impressive design of the wedge-tailed eagle.
A Sought-After Collector's Item
With a very low mintage of only 5,000 pieces worldwide, this coin is a true rarity. The collector's coin offers high appreciation potential and is an excellent addition to any collection. The combination of an impressive design, the highest minting quality, and a strictly limited mintage makes this coin a highly sought-after collector's item.
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A Valuable Collector's Item with High Crisis Protection
The 3 oz Silver 10 Years Wedge Tailed Eagle 2024 is not only an impressive silver coin, but also an excellent investment for crisis protection. In times of economic uncertainty and currency instability, silver offers a reliable hedge and the opportunity to preserve and protect wealth. As a valuable addition to your portfolio, this coin offers not only financial security, but also a piece of Australian history and art.
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Take the opportunity to acquire one of the few available coins from this strictly limited edition. The combination of an outstanding design, the highest minting quality, and a mintage of only 5,000 pieces makes the 3 oz Silver 10 Years Wedge Tailed Eagle 2024 a valuable addition to any collection and a worthwhile investment. Secure this extraordinary collector's item and benefit from the numerous advantages that silver offers as an investment product.
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