Product Description

• Anniversary issue of the Australian Kangaroo series marking six decades of Australian decimal currency
• 1/10 ounce of 999.9 pure gold in proof quality
• Motif with six kangaroos based on the composition by Stuart Devlin
• Limited mintage of only 3,000 pieces worldwide
• With numbered certificate of authenticity
• Delivered in the original case

As the Australian Kangaroo Mob of Six 2026, the Royal Australian Mint releases a gold coin in a handy tenth-ounce format that holds six decades of Australian decimal currency in the motif itself. It speaks to discerning collectors and value-oriented investors who are looking for small gold units with numismatic substance.

Product Details

A tenth of an ounce in the highest minting quality

For this issue the mint works a tenth of an ounce of 999.9 gold, which corresponds to a fine weight of 3.11 grams. The diameter of 17.53 millimeters makes the piece a compact collector object that disappears entirely into the palm of the hand, yet reveals a surprising amount of detail on closer viewing. Precisely in that concentration lies the appeal of small gold formats.

With proof quality, the Royal Australian Mint chooses the most demanding form of execution in collector coinage, whose deep mirror surfaces set raised design elements apart with clarity. The face value of ten dollars identifies the piece as official Australian legal tender and combines numismatic ambition with sovereign backing.

Motif and Design

A sixth kangaroo for six decades

On the reverse, a group of six kangaroos gathers, their silhouettes filling the small coin field densely and yet in clear arrangement. The model is the famous depiction of five kangaroos that Stuart Devlin created for the Australian one dollar coin. For the 2026 issue a sixth animal joined them, marking the sixth decade since the introduction of decimal currency in 1966.

The depiction is complemented by the face value 10 DOLLARS. Light travels across the polished spaces between the animals and lets their contours appear stronger or more restrained depending on the viewing angle, which gives the small format a remarkable sense of depth.

The obverse shows the effigy of King Charles III designed by Dan Thorne, along with the year of issue 2026. In this way the Royal Australian Mint links the reigning head of state with one of the most familiar motifs in Australian coin history.

Historical and Cultural Background

Kangaroos as the visual language of Australian money

Kangaroos already appeared alongside the emu in the coat of arms on the very first Australian coins of 1910. In the decades that followed, the characteristic marsupials featured on numerous circulating and collector coins and grew into one of the best known numismatic symbols of Australia. Hardly any animal is so directly tied to the money of this continent.

The year 1966 brought a fundamental reordering of Australian coinage with decimal currency. Six decades later, the Australian Kangaroo series takes up this date and makes the anniversary visible in the motif itself. The Royal Australian Mint thereby draws an arc from the Devlin design of 1984 to the collector issue of 2026.

Exclusivity and Investment Value

Three thousand pieces in tenth-ounce format

The worldwide limitation to 3,000 pieces gives this issue a pronounced scarcity that carries particular weight in an anniversary year. Collectors readily treat such years as anchor points within a series, because they can be placed clearly in both time and design.

Physical 999.9 gold carries the material value of this gold coin, while limited mintage, motif recognition and international demand justify a numismatic premium. How the secondary market develops remains dependent on supply and collector interest, yet small gold units from established series tend to find buyers there quickly.

Secure one of the few examples of this strictly limited coin before it sells out.

Special Features

A small format with dense value

A tenth of an ounce of gold across 17.53 millimeters of diameter concentrates considerable value into the smallest of surfaces, which makes for a surprising moment when the piece is first picked up. It rests easily inside its capsule and asks for the close look that a finely executed strike rewards.

The tenth-ounce format in particular counts as especially flexible among investors, because smaller units can be sold individually and tie up little capital. Gold has held its role as a store of value for centuries, and standardized fractions of an ounce ensure clear pricing and good liquidity internationally.

What makes this coin special?

The sixth kangaroo makes an anniversary immediately visible and links the Devlin classic of 1984 with a tenth-ounce issue limited to 3,000 pieces in proof quality.

Storage

At Superior Coins, your coin collection is especially dear to us. Hence why we developed our Superior Boxes with a unique, multifunctional inlay tailored perfectly to your needs. You can choose to store the inlay safely and space-efficiently in our compact Security Box, ideal for safe-deposit lockers, or place it in one of our elegantly designed presentation boxes.

This way, your collection remains protected in your private safe while allowing you to enjoy the beautiful display of your valuable pieces at any time with style and pride. Discover the variety of our high-quality boxes and experience how presentation and security come together perfectly at Superior Coins.

Delivery and Service

Decide for yourself whether your coin will be delivered in the original case or in one of our exclusive Superior Boxes. The numbered certificate of authenticity fits securely in both packaging options. Upon request, we can store your Superior Box in our in-house, fully insured vault until your collection is complete. Alternatively, you are welcome to send us your coins, and we will place them with the utmost care into the designated Superior Box and gladly assist you in completing your collection.

Personal Support & Maximum Security

We provide you with comprehensive and personal advice at any time, to jointly assemble the optimal overall package tailored to your individual goals and wishes. You can also make use of our subscription service so that you never miss a new release in your collection.

Of course, you will receive all relevant documents from us, including meaningful images for your insurance, directly upon delivery.

Rely on our many years of experience, maximum reliability, and state-of-the-art security standards. Your valuable pieces are in the best hands with Superior Coins. We accompany you with the greatest care and personal service on your path to a unique and value-retaining collection.

FAQ

Your Questions, Competently Answered

• Why does the numbered certificate of authenticity matter so much?
  It documents that the piece belongs to the worldwide mintage of 3,000 and accompanies the coin in the original case, which is why you should keep the two together permanently.
• Is a tenth of an ounce of gold a sensible entry into collector gold?
  The modest capital outlay per piece allows a collection to be built step by step without committing a large amount to any single purchase.
• How do I keep the mirror surfaces flawless over time?
  Leave the coin inside its capsule and never touch it with bare fingers, because skin oils leave visible and permanent marks on proof surfaces.
• Can the motif be seen well at such a small diameter?
  At 17.53 millimeters a magnifying glass is worth reaching for, since only then do the individual kangaroos and the fine lines emerge in full.
• How quickly can I find a buyer for such a piece?
  Small gold units from well known series are traded continuously on collector platforms, where an untouched condition and complete original presentation strongly influence the price.
• Does the issue suit a thematic kangaroo collection?
  As part of the Australian Kangaroo series it follows on from earlier kangaroo motifs and marks the anniversary year 2026 within such a collection.