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 99.99% Pure Gold

These 2010 coins are struck by The Perth Mint 1/10oz of 99.99% pure gold in proof quality.

Australian Legal Tender

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

Saltwater Crocodile Design

The reverse of each coin depicts a unique interpretation of a Saltwater Crocodile – the world’s largest reptile, which lives in coastal waters and rivers across northern Australia.

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 gold coins, 2,500 1/10oz gold coins and 25,000 1/25oz gold 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

Gold Content (Troy oz)1/21/101/25Monetary Denomination (AUD)50155Fineness (% purity)99.9999.9999.99Minimum Gross Weight (g)15.5543.1111.244Maximum Diameter (mm)25.6016.6014.60Maximum Thickness (mm)2.401.501.40