Australia 1 Oz. Silver Opal Series Tasmanian Devil 2014

This 2014 Australian Opal Series release celebrates the iconic Tasmanian Devil with a striking reverse design featuring a genuine inlaid Australian opal mosaic. The central opal inlay forms the Tasmanian Devil’s profile in vibrant blues, greens, and fiery flashes, creating a dramatic contrast against the mirrored silver fields. Above the opal motif, fern fronds and a full moon scene frame the design, while the inscription “TASMANIAN DEVIL” anchors the lower rim. The surrounding legend notes the coin’s metal content and purity: “2014 1 oz 999 SILVER,” with the “P” mintmark of the Perth Mint to the right. The reverse’s combination of natural opal and high-relief proof strike gives each coin a unique visual character.

The obverse displays the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II designed by Ian Rank-Broadley, encircled by radiating sunburst lines and the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II,” “AUSTRALIA,” and the denomination “1 DOLLAR.” This design provides a strong, formal contrast to the more organic wildlife imagery on the reverse. Each coin contains one troy ounce of .999 fine silver and was struck to proof quality by the Perth Mint. The coin is housed in its original presentation case with a themed box and a numbered Certificate of Authenticity, enhancing its collectability. The use of natural opal ensures that each coin is slightly different, making every piece one of a kind.