Reverse: the centre of the coin depicts a red kangaroo, the largest of all kangaroos, surrounded by sunlight. The name of the coin is "AUSTRALIAN KANGAROO" also the year, weight and name "2022 1 oz. 9999 SILVER" appear on the underside of the coin. The coin is unique in its engraving, in the letter "K" of the word "KANGAROO", engravings serve as an authentication feature, visible only through a microscope or a very strong magnifying glass.
Obverse: the obverse of the coin features a new design depiction of Queen Elizabeth II (Australia has a constitutional monarchy whereby Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is also Queen of Australia). The words "ELIZABETH II" and the name of the country "AUSTRALIA" appear on the coin, with the inscription "1 DOLLAR" printed on the bottom of the coin. Below the image of the Queen is the coin designer's initials IRB (Jan Rank - Broadley).
About the coin: the most iconic Australian symbol is the kangaroo. Perth Mint introduced a new series of silver kangaroos. It's a perennial hit that collectors are investing in worldwide. The Australian kangaroo silver coin of 2021 is minted in 9999 sterling silver.
