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2023 $5 Australian Antarctic Territory - Humpback Whale 1oz Silver Proof Coin
Once hunted near to extinction, Humpback Whales are now found in oceans around the world and are a common sight off eastern and western Australia.
These magnificent creatures feature on the new Royal Australian Mint series of coins depicting animals of the Australian Antarctic Territory.
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Product Code
3722
Humpback Whale protection commenced in Australian waters in 1963 and in 1965 the decline in global numbers were recognised granting these creatures global protection. Since then Australia’s Humpback Whale populations has increased from a low of 200 to an estimated 60,000 and is steadily increasing each year.
In January each year Humpback Whales leave Antarctica and begin the 3 month migration north to the warmer east Australian waters to mate and give birth. Each year between April and November the east coast of Australia comes alive with Humpback Whales. The species is noted for their spectacular breaching, making them popular with whale watchers.
These creatures named because of their distinctive body shape can grow up to 17 metres and weight as much as 40 tonnes. Male Humpbacks are also accomplished musicians with their complex songs lasting for more than half an hour.
Coin Highlights:
- The second release in the Australian Antarctic Territory Proof Coin series features the Humpback Whale
- Struck to Mint's Proof standard
- Worldwide mintage of just 3000 coins
- Australian legal tender
| Mint | Royal Australian Mint |
|---|---|
| Country Of Issue | Australia |
| Year | 2023 |
| Denomination | $5 |
| Metal Type | Silver |
| Weight (g) | 31.1 |
| Purity (%) | 99.9 |
| Diameter (mm) | 40.00 |
| Mintage | 3,000 |
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