A rock wallaby is like a
kangaroo, only smaller and cuter!
This latest release in the Australia At Night Program of Black
Proofs features the Rock Wallaby, struck in one troy
ounce
of pure silver, with a proprietary black treatment to simulate its
dark, nocturnal world!
Talisman
Coins is thrilled to bring you the Rock Wallaby, ninth release in the
ever-popular Australia at Night series that
explores
Australia’s nocturnal wildlife! These elusive creatures are
called "marsupial gymnasts" because of their ability to safely navigate
steep, rocky terrain in the most remote hinterlands of the Island
Continent.
This charming scene depicts a mother rock wallaby with her little joey
foraging under the light
of a full moon in their native outback habitat. The cliffs and rocky
outcrops, along with the sparse vegetation, are rendered in meticulous
detail, as are the wallabies themselves. Struck in one full troy ounce
of pure silver, with a proprietary, velvety black finish that simulates
the nighttime, the Rock Wallaby Black Proof is limited to just 1,000
exemplars worldwide.
Rock Wallabies
Ninth in the popular Australia at Night series, this coin is a tribute
to the little-seen Rock Wallaby. Smaller and cuter than
kangaroos,
Rock Wallabies are native to Australia and are completely nocturnal.
They make their homes in steep, rocky, complex terrain, holing up
during the day in a shelter, such as a cave, overhang or dense
vegetation. At night they come out into the surrounding countryside to
feed.
Known as Australia's "marsupial gymnasts", these endearing critters
occupy the ecological niche inhabited by goats and mountain sheep on
other continents. Unfortunately, feral goats, introduced by Europeans,
are able to out-compete the hapless rock wallaby and destroy its
fragile habitat. Non-native red foxes also represent a challenge, as
they prey on young rock wallabies. These adorable Aussie natives
inhabit the remoteness the Australia's Great Dividing Range, from
southwest
Queensland to Victoria’s Grampians Mountains.
Obverse
A mother rock wallaby and her little joey forage under the light
of a full moon in their native, rocky terrain. The
scene sports a
proprietary black treatment to simulate the nighttime. The legends
AUSTRALIA AT NIGHT
and ROCK WALLABY denote the theme.
Reverse
His Majesty, King Charles III, in profile effigy facing left. This
portrait was executed by the engraver Jody Clark. The legend CHARLES
III, the date of issue and denomination also appear, while the legend 1
OZ 999 SILVER guarantees the weight and purity.
Packaging
The coin is encapsulated
inside a
luxurious clamshell-style presentation case, lined with black velvet
and satin, and protected by a full color outer cardboard box. An
individually-numbered certificate of authenticity is included.
Image of the
back side of the certificate is mint-supplied and for general reference
only. Serial
number on image is NOT indicative of the serial number you will receive!
Specifications
Country |
Niue |
Year
of Issue |
2024 |
|
|
Face
Value |
One
Dollar |
Weight |
31.39
g |
Diameter |
38.6
mm |
Mintage
Limit |
1,000 |
|
|
Finish |
Proof
with Proprietary Black Proof Finish |
Composition |
.999
Fine (Pure) Silver |
Edge |
Serrated
(milled, reeded) |
|
|
Artist |
Jody Clark (reverse) |
Certificate |
Individually Numbered |
Niue
Niue is an island nation in the South Pacific. Although it is
completely self-governing and independent, it remains in free
association with New Zealand, a member of the British Commonwealth of
Nations, hence the portrait of the British monarch on most of its
coinage. The country is located about 1,450 miles northeast of New
Zealand. It is closest to Samoa, Tonga, and the Cook Islands. It is one
of the largest coral islands in the world, with a total area of 260
square kilometers. Niueans are predominantly Polynesian; most are
bilingual, speaking both Niuean and English.
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