Australian Kangaroo 1 oz. Silver 1998

Only 49,398 uncirculated silver Kangaroos were produced in 1998. As well as the lower mintage, the reverse design also changes annually, tempting silver coin collectors all over the world to add the Kangaroo to their collection. The Royal Australian Mint, an agency entirely run by the Commonwealth Government of Australia, began production of the silver Kangaroos in 1993. This silver bullion series has incredibly low mintages that increase the coin's value beyond the price of silver. They are also .999 fine silver and come in brilliant uncirculated condition. They are also packaged in mint issued cards and capsules for protection and mint issued cardsMany coin collectors desire the Kangaroo for its impeccable detail and beautifully frosted qualities.

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II graces the obverse of the silver Kangaroo coins. This is the last year the side portrait of the Queen, created by Raphael Maklouf, is used for coins. Raphael's rendition of the Queen displays a much younger Queen, who shows little to no signs of age. She is statuesque in her pose, carrying a gorgeous crown gently placed on her curly hair. She is accompanied by the coin's year of mintage, "1998," and the place of mintage, "Australia." Another lonesome kangaroo is displayed on the reverse side of the silver coin. It is similar to the 1993 kangaroo design, this kangaroo is facing the left hand side of the coin. The coin has a frosted, matte finish but the actual kangaroo is proof-like, causing the effect of the kangaroo being more than one-dimensional. The coin's denomination of "one dollar" and "1 ounce fine silver" are inscribed around the active kangaroo. Whether you are looking for strictly silver or a coin with a high value, the silver Kangaroo appeases all tastes. If you are looking to buy silver online but aren't finding what you want, give us a call and we can double-check our inventory for you!