{"product_id":"2020p-australia-1-1-oz-99-silver-wsedge-tailed-eagle-ngc-high-relief-fr-pf70-ucam-mercanti","title":"2020P Australia $1 .999 Silver Wedge-Tailed Eagle NGC High Relief FR PF70 UCAM Mercanti","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 18.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #333333; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eSilver and Gold Treasures is proud to offer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: Helvetica; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #333333; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt;\"\u003eWedge-Tailed Eagle First Releases, Cameo, and Mint State coins, certified by third-party grading services, including\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) and Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS). Don’t wait – Celebrate Australia’s rich history by adding a Wedge-Tailed Eagle to your collection today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 18.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: Helvetica; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #333333; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eFirst introduced in 2014 by the Perth Mint, the Silver Wedge-Tailed Eagle series quickly gained recognition as Australia’s answer to the iconic American Silver Eagle. Each coin is struck from 1 Troy oz. of .9999 fine silver and backed by the Australian government with a face value of $1 AUD. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 18.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: Helvetica; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #333333; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eThe series debuted with a mintage of only 10,000 coins, and the coin being offered is strike number 118, while the vintage is sparking strong international demand. Today, both bullion and collectible proof versions, including high-relief strikes, continue to attract investors and collectors worldwide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 18.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: Helvetica; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #333333; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eLike other \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/moderncoinmart.com\/product-category\/mints\/perth-mint\/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: blue;\"\u003ePerth Mint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e legal tender coins, the obverse of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/moderncoinmart.com\/product-category\/silver\/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: blue;\"\u003eSilver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e Wedge-Tailed Eagle displays the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Designed by Ian Rank-Broadley, this portrait is celebrated for its honesty and detail, depicting the Queen with dignity and realism. Later releases have featured updated effigies that reflect the passage of time while preserving the coin’s heritage. These portraits connect each release to the broader history of Commonwealth coinage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 18.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: Helvetica; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #333333; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eThe reverse design of the Wedge-Tailed Eagle is the work of John Mercanti, 12th Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint and one of the most prolific coin designers in history. His artistry captures the majesty and power of Australia’s largest bird of prey. Each year, Mercanti’s reverse has featured a new depiction of the eagle, from landing on a branch to soaring in flight. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: 18.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: Helvetica; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: #333333; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eThese annually changing designs keep the series dynamic and highly collectible, making the Silver Wedge-Tailed Eagle a standout in modern world coinage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Silver and Gold Treasures","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49256679145707,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/3716\/0683\/files\/185FD419-1C1C-435C-B6FB-B66E96147521.jpg?v=1787186938","url":"https:\/\/silverandgoldtreasures.com\/products\/2020p-australia-1-1-oz-99-silver-wsedge-tailed-eagle-ngc-high-relief-fr-pf70-ucam-mercanti","provider":"Silver and Gold Treasures","version":"1.0","type":"link"}