Description
2026 1 oz Australian Gold Kangaroo Coin (BU) – Perth Mint
Sovereign Gold Bullion • .9999 Fine • 40th Anniversary “40” Privy Mark
The 2026 1 oz Australian Gold Kangaroo is struck by The Perth Mint from 1 troy oz of .9999 fine (24k) gold and issued as Australian legal tender with a $100 AUD face value. This special 2026 release features a new reverse with two kangaroos in motion plus a “40” privy mark celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Australian Nugget series, along with an added micro-laser security feature.
Quick Facts
- Metal Content: 1 troy oz pure gold (.9999 fine)
- Year: 2026
- Mint: The Perth Mint (Australia)
- Face Value: 100 Australian Dollars (AUD)
- Minimum Gross Weight: 31.107 g
- Diameter: 32.60 mm (max) | Thickness: 2.95 mm (max)
- Condition: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) — near-perfect, mint-fresh
- Packaging: Protective acrylic capsule
- IRA Eligible: Not currently offered for a precious-metals IRA through Summit Metals — contact us for IRA-eligible gold
Design Details (2026)
Obverse: Dan Thorne’s effigy of King Charles III with the denomination.
Reverse: A dynamic two-kangaroo scene leaping across water, with a mountain landscape behind, “KANGAROO,” the Perth Mint “P” mintmark, weight, purity, the 2026 year-date, and the “40” anniversary privy mark.
Security: A micro-laser-engraved letter on the reverse, visible only under magnification — an added anti-counterfeiting measure.
Why Choose the 2026 1 oz Gold Kangaroo?
- Full-ounce .9999 gold with worldwide recognition and liquidity.
- Government-backed legal tender struck by The Perth Mint.
- Collector edge: the 40th-anniversary privy mark and a fresh reverse.
- Built-in micro-laser authentication.
Packaging & Delivery
Each coin arrives in a protective Perth Mint acrylic capsule. Summit Metals ships discreetly, fully insured, and trackable from our vault to your door.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 2026 Gold Kangaroo IRA eligible? It is not currently offered for a precious-metals IRA through Summit Metals; contact our team for IRA-eligible gold.
How much gold does it contain? A full troy ounce of .9999 fine (24k) gold.
What makes the 2026 issue special? A new two-kangaroo reverse and a “40” privy mark for the 40th anniversary of the Australian Nugget/Kangaroo series.
How much is it worth? About the live gold spot price plus a premium.
Does it have a security feature? Yes — a micro-laser-engraved letter visible under magnification.
2026 vs a random-year Gold Kangaroo? Same 1 oz .9999 gold; the 2026 adds the anniversary privy and new design for collectors.
Is it authentic? Yes — struck by The Perth Mint; sourced from authorized distributors.
What condition is it in? Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) — a near-perfect, mint-fresh condition.
Can I sell it back? Yes — Summit Metals offers a buyback guarantee.
Related products
Compare the random-year 1 oz Gold Kangaroo, the 2026 Gold Horse (Lunar), or browse all gold coins.
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