Australia – 2017 – 100 Dollar – Wedge-Tailed Eagle – 1 oz Gold – High Relief Reverse Proof – NGC PF70 – Mercanti Signed Label

Australia – 2017 – 100 Dollar – Wedge-Tailed Eagle – 1 oz Gold – Proof High Relief Reverse Proof – NGC PF70 – Mercanti Signed Label

The 2017 Australian Wedge Tailed Eagle Gold Edition continues the successful collaboration between the Perth Mint and John Mercanti, while also setting a special highlight within the series. The majestic wedge-tailed eagle is once again depicted on a branch, but this time with a unique surface effect: The Perth Mint struck this edition in high relief and with a reverse-proof finish, creating a striking contrast between the motif and the background. This combination of three-dimensional depth and mirror-like matte surfaces makes the edition one of the most visually impressive pieces in modern Australian numismatics.

The coin is struck from 1 oz of 999.9 fine gold and is limited to only 500 pieces. The portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse confirms the official face value of 100 dollars, making the issue legal tender in Australia and clearly placing it in the category of high-quality collector’s items. The fine feather details and Mercanti’s characteristic linework lend the coin a special dynamism that clearly distinguishes it within the Wedge-Tailed Eagle series.

This example has been graded PF70 by NGC, the highest grade, and bears a Mercanti signed label. PF70 signifies perfect condition with no visible flaws, placing this coin among the top performers in its already limited mintage. The personally signed Mercanti label makes this issue particularly attractive to collectors of modern Mercanti designs. The coin is delivered in an NGC holder within the original Perth Mint wooden box, along with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity (COA).

Technical data

• Country: Australia

• Year: 2017

• Face value: $100

• Series: Australian Wedge Tailed Eagle

• Motif: Wedge Tailed Eagle on branch

• Metal: Gold

• Fineness: 999.9

• Weight: 31.10 g

• Fine weight: 1 oz gold

• Diameter: approx. 27.3 mm

• Minting quality: Proof High Relief Reverse Proof (official Perth Mint specification)

• Mint: The Perth Mint, Perth

• Edition: 500 pieces

• Designer lapel: John Mercanti

• Obverse: Portrait of Queen Elizabeth II.

• Certification: NGC PF70 – Mercanti Signed Label

• Packaging: NGC holder in original Perth Mint wooden box with numbered COA