Australian Nugget 1 Oz Silver Gilded Proof Coin 2026

Australian Nugget 1 Oz Silver Gilded Proof Coin 2026

comes in box + coa

Year: 2026
Condition: Proof
Mintage: 5,000
Country: Australia
Denomination: $1 AUD
Manufacturer: Perth Mint
Metal Content: 1 troy oz
Purity: 999 Fine Silver

• Strictly limited mintage of only 5,000 coins worldwide
• 1 oz of 99.99% pure silver struck to brilliant proof quality
• Features selective 24-carat gold gilding on the famous Welcome Stranger nugget design
• Commemorates the 40th anniversary of the Australian Nugget / Australian Gold Coin Program (1986–2026)
• Official Australian $1 legal tender; obverse bears the effigy of King Charles III
• Housed in premium black presentation case with clear lid and matching illustrated shipper box, plus numbered Certificate of Authenticity

This stunning proof coin, struck by The Perth Mint, marks the 40th anniversary of the Australian Nugget series (launched in 1986 as the first major modern gold bullion program to feature natural gold nuggets rather than standardised designs). The reverse pays direct homage to the original 1986 “Welcome Stranger” nugget — one of the largest gold nuggets ever found — depicted here in brilliant 24-carat gold gilding set against a radiant sunburst background of finely engraved rays. The inscription “THE AUSTRALIAN NUGGET” curves around the gilded nugget, with “WELCOME STRANGER” below and “40TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE AUSTRALIAN GOLD COIN PROGRAM” encircling the design. The edge is reeded and finished with a gold-plated rim for added luxury.