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Australian Silver Kangaroo Price Today

Live intrinsic value of the Australian Silver Kangaroo based on real-time silver spot price. Updated every 60 seconds.

Coin Intrinsic Value
$72.77
Based on live spot price
Silver Spot Price
$72.78
Per troy oz
Typical Dealer Price
$82 – $89
Approx. 1222% premium over spot

Understanding the Premium Over Spot

The intrinsic value above represents the pure silver content of the coin (1 troy oz at 99.99% purity). When you buy from a dealer, you will pay more — the premium over spot covers minting costs charged by Perth Mint, authorized dealer margins, packaging, shipping, and insurance. For the Australian Silver Kangaroo, typical dealer premiums range from 12% to 22% above spot, putting the street price at approximately $82–$89 at current spot prices.

Australian Silver Kangaroo Specifications

Country of IssueAustralia
Minted ByPerth Mint
Year Introduced2016
MetalSilver
Purity99.99% (0.9999 fine)
Weight1 troy oz (31.10 g)
Diameter40.60 mm
Thickness3.10 mm
Annual Mintage~10,000,000–20,000,000 per year

About the Australian Silver Kangaroo

The Australian Silver Kangaroo is one of the newest entries in the world's premier silver coin lineup, introduced by the Perth Mint in 2016. At .9999 fine silver, it is among the purest government-minted silver coins available — matching the Canadian Maple Leaf's purity standard and surpassing the American Eagle and Silver Britannia. The coin features a dynamic jumping kangaroo on the reverse, with a portrait of King Charles III on the obverse. Importantly, the Perth Mint introduced a security feature: a frosted laser-etched "A" feature in the kangaroo's body visible under a magnifying glass, helping to verify authenticity. Backed by the Western Australian government, the Perth Mint's guarantee extends to the coin's metal content and purity. Silver Kangaroos are IRS-eligible for Silver IRA accounts. Their relatively recent introduction means they are growing in recognition but already well-accepted by major dealers in North America, Europe, and Asia.

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Australian Silver Kangaroo FAQ

When was the Silver Kangaroo introduced?+
The Perth Mint introduced the Australian Silver Kangaroo in 2016, making it one of the newer major silver bullion coins. Prior to this, the Perth Mint's primary silver coin was the Australian Silver Kookaburra.
Is the Australian Silver Kangaroo IRA eligible?+
Yes. At .9999 fine silver, it exceeds the IRS minimum purity standard and is accepted by major Silver IRA custodians.
How does the Silver Kangaroo compare to the American Silver Eagle?+
The Silver Kangaroo is purer (.9999 vs .999) and typically carries lower premiums than the American Eagle. The Eagle has stronger brand recognition in US markets, which can affect ease of resale domestically. Both are government-backed 1 oz silver coins.
What is the security feature on the Silver Kangaroo?+
The Perth Mint uses a laser-frosted "A" visible under magnification within the kangaroo design. This micro-feature is difficult to replicate and helps authenticate genuine Perth Mint issues.

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