The Dreaming Series is the current chapter in The Perth Mint’s prestigious Discover Australia coin program depicting iconic aspects of Australian wildlife, landscape and culture. Following the outstanding success of the first Dreaming releases in 2009, the Mint proudly presents the 2010 gold, silver and platinum proof coins depicting Indigenous designer Darryl Bellotti’s unique interpretations of more well-known Australian animals.

Proof Quality 99.95% Pure Platinum

These 2010 coins are struck by The Perth Mint from 1/10oz of 99.95% pure platinum in proof quality.

Australian Legal Tender

The coins are issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965.

Common Wombat Design With Colour

The reverse of each coin depicts a unique interpretation of a Common Wombat – an herbivorous marsupial that digs burrows with its powerful claws. The design is enhanced with a coloured pattern in the background.

Created by Indigenous Artist Darryl Bellotti

Designs for the three-year Dreaming Series have been created by Darryl Bellotti, The Perth Mint’s Indigenous artist. Read more about Darryl Bellotti.

HM Queen Elizabeth II Obverse

The obverse of each coin bears the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Extremely Limited Mintage

The Perth Mint will release no more than 1,000 1/2oz platinum coins and 2,500 1/10oz platinum coins.

Numbered Certificate of Authenticity

Each coin is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Presentation Packaging

Each coin is housed in presentation packaging comprising a display case featuring a timber lid and a superbly illustrated box-shipper.

Technical Specifications

Platinum Content (Troy oz) - 1/10

Monetary Denomination (AUD) - 15

Fineness (% purity ) - 99.95

Minimum Gross Weight (g) - 3.112

Maximum Diameter (mm) - 16.60

Maximum Thickness (mm) - 1.32