Native Australian wildlife (in this case, a tree frog) abounds on the affordable and colorful new Discover Australia pure platinum proofs!

The Discover Australia series has been the cornerstone of the Perth Mint's numismatic collector coin offerings since its introduction with the First Discover Australia Program in 2006. These exciting coins depict native animals, with the focus of the latest program being the unique wildlife of the Island Continent in all its glory! Talisman Coins and the Perth Mint (Australia's precious metals experts) are proud to bring you this latest Discover Australia program, including these affordable 1/10 ounce platinum coins. Each animal is struck in pure platinum and presented in full, frosted cameo proof finish, against a backdrop of splendid color portraying its native habitat. We would be remiss not to point out the greatly reduced, tiny mintage limit of only 1,000 per animal!

The Discover Australia Wildlife 1/10 Ounce Pure Platinum Proofs are available singly and as a Complete 5-Coin Collection!

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Investment Opportunity - The mintage limit has been slashed to only 1,000 per animal for these affordable 1/10 Ounce Pure Platinum Proofs, making them truly rare and effectively guaranteeing a sell out at the Mint. Our recommendation - do not delay if you want to add one or more of these to your collection, holdings or precious metals portfolio.

The Green & Golden Bell Frog
The Green and Golden Bell Frog (Litoria aurea) is a ground-dwelling tree frog native to eastern Australia. Despite its climbing abilities, it does not live in trees and spends almost all of its time close to ground level. It can reach up to 4-1/2 inches (11 cm) in length, making it one of Australia's largest frogs.

Colored gold and green, the frogs are voracious eaters of insects, but will also eat larger prey such as worms and mice. Unlike most frogs, these are active during the day, although this is mostly to bask in the sun. They tend to be less active in winter except in warmer or wetter periods, and breed in the warmer months. Males reach maturity after around nine months, while for the larger females, this does not occur until they are two years old. The frogs can engage in cannibalism, and males frequently attack and injure one another if they infringe on one another's space.

Many populations, particularly in the Sydney region, inhabit areas of frequent disturbance, such as golf courses, disused industrial land, brick pits and landfill areas. Though once one of the most common frogs in south-east Australia, the Green and Golden Bell Frog has endured major population declines, particularly in highland areas, leading to its current classification as globally vulnerable. Its numbers have continued to fall and are threatened by habitat loss and degradation, pollution, introduced species, and parasites and pathogens, including chytrid (Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis). As most of the remaining populations live on private land, the logistics of the conservation effort can be complicated. Despite the situation in Australia, the frog remains abundant in New Zealand and several other Pacific Islands, where it has been introduced.

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The Discover Australia Series
The Wildlife Series is the latest chapter in The Perth Mint’s prestigious Discover Australia coin program depicting iconic aspects of Australian wildlife, landscape and culture. The beautiful new series comprises pure gold, silver and platinum proof coins depicting unique interpretations of a multitude of different Australian animals.

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Each Discover Australia coin provides a gateway to explore the Land Down Under, as both its one-of-a-kind fauna and its unspoiled, majestic natural environment! Each proof-finish coin is encapsulated and handsomely displayed inside an elegant, luxury presentation case with a native Australian jarrah wood lid, protected by a full-color outer box. An individually-numbered certificate of authenticity is included. Jarrah is a species of eucalyptus tree found in the southwest of Western Australia. Because of its similar appearance to mahogany, jarrah is sometimes referred to as Swan River mahogany, after the river that runs through Perth.

Don't forget the first two Discover Australia programs, as well as the related Celebrate Australia program:

Click here for the silver, gold and platinum proofs of the first Discover Australia program (2006-2008)!

Click here for the aboriginal animal designs (by a Native Australian artist!) of the second Discover Australia program (2009-2011)!

Click here for the silver, gold and platinum proofs of the latest, third Discover Australia program!

Click here for all coins in the Celebrate Australia program!

Click here for all Celebrate Australia Silver Dollars, which also feature native Australian wildlife!

Please note, the mint images of this beautiful proof coin do not do it justice. The fields are deeply mirrored, while the relief and devices are white frosted cameo, producing an incredible contrast!

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Technology Note
The Perth Mint of Australia employs its own proprietary colorization technology, in which the color is actually sealed on the coin. The vibrant hues and precise execution of the technology create a stunning, full-color portrait on each coin.

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Obverse
A Green & Golden Bell Frog resting on a branch, against a colored background of its native habitat in the Blue Mountains. The legends DISCOVER AUSTRALIA and GREEN & GOLD BELL FROG define the theme, while the legend 1/10 OZ 9995 PLATINUM guarantees the weight and purity. The Perth Mint's "P" mint mark is also present.

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Reverse
Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II of England, in crowned profile facing right. This portrait, featuring Her Majesty wearing a tiara and pearl earrings, was executed by the sculptor Ian Rank-Broadley. The legend ELIZABETH II and the denomination also appear.

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Packaging
The coin is encapsulated inside an elegant, luxury presentation case with a native Australian jarrah wood lid, protected by a full-color outer box. An individually-numbered certificate of authenticity is included.

Jarrah is a species of eucalyptus tree found in the southwest of Western Australia. Because of its similar appearance to mahogany, jarrah is sometimes referred to as Swan River mahogany, after the river that runs through Perth.

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