40th Anniversary of the Australian Nugget Gold Coin Program 2026 1/4oz Gold Proof Coin

Celebrate a monumental milestone in Australian numismatics with this 1/4oz gold proof coin, honoring the 40th anniversary of the Australian Nugget.

Launched in 1986, this program was the first legal tender gold series produced by The Perth Mint since 1931. The reverse features an archived design by world-renowned goldsmith Stuart Devlin that was never before released on a coin.

It depicts the Welcome Stranger the largest gold nugget ever recorded, set against a map of Australia and stylised sun rays. Struck from 99.99% pure gold and featuring a unique "P40" anniversary mintmark, this prestigious release is a limited-edition tribute to a golden legacy.

Key Specifications

• Metal: 99.99% pure gold

• Weight: 1/4oz (7.777g)

• Denomination: $25 AUD

• Diameter: 20.60mm

• Thickness: 2.30mm

• Finish: Proof

• Maximum Mintage: 1,000

• Reverse Designer: Stuart Devlin

• Obverse Designer: Dan Thorne (King Charles III Effigy)

• Item Code: 26U53CAA

• Barcode: 9327025062778