The 2017 Australian Gold Saltwater Crocodile is a fractional gold coin struck by The Perth Mint in .9999 fine gold, weighing one-quarter troy ounce. Issued as legal tender under Australian law, the coin carries a face value and is backed by the Australian government. It belongs to a series of annual releases from The Perth Mint spotlighting Australia's most iconic wildlife, and the Saltwater Crocodile edition stands out among collectors and bullion buyers for its detailed artistry and limited annual mintage.
We carry this coin as part of our broader selection of fine gold offerings from internationally respected sovereign mints. Its combination of government-issued status, high purity, and distinctive subject matter makes it a recognized product in both the collector and bullion markets.
The Perth Mint was established in 1899 as a branch of the British Royal Mint, originally created to refine and coin gold from Western Australia's thriving gold fields. Today it operates as a wholly owned entity of the Western Australian government and is one of the most technically advanced minting facilities in t
…The 2017 Australian Gold Saltwater Crocodile is a fractional gold coin struck by The Perth Mint in .9999 fine gold, weighing one-quarter troy ounce. Issued as legal tender under Australian law, the coin carries a face value and is backed by the Australian government. It belongs to a series of annual releases from The Perth Mint spotlighting Australia's most iconic wildlife, and the Saltwater Crocodile edition stands out among collectors and bullion buyers for its detailed artistry and limited annual mintage.
We carry this coin as part of our broader selection of fine gold offerings from internationally respected sovereign mints. Its combination of government-issued status, high purity, and distinctive subject matter makes it a recognized product in both the collector and bullion markets.
The Perth Mint was established in 1899 as a branch of the British Royal Mint, originally created to refine and coin gold from Western Australia's thriving gold fields. Today it operates as a wholly owned entity of the Western Australian government and is one of the most technically advanced minting facilities in the world. The Mint is widely recognized for producing some of the highest-quality gold coins available, with an emphasis on fine detail, exceptional finish, and strict purity standards.
The Australian Gold Wildlife series, under which this Saltwater Crocodile release falls, was developed as a platform for showcasing the extraordinary biodiversity of the Australian continent. Each year features a different animal subject rendered with fine engraving detail on a high-purity gold blank. The series has built a consistent following among both thematic collectors and precious metals buyers who value the combination of .9999 gold and Perth Mint craftsmanship.
The Saltwater Crocodile itself holds particular cultural and ecological significance in Australia. As the world's largest living reptile and an apex predator native to northern Australia, it represents a compelling subject for the series. The 2017 edition is one of a defined annual release, making it a discrete collectible within a broader numismatic context.
The reverse of the 2017 Gold Saltwater Crocodile features a highly detailed portrait of a saltwater crocodile in its natural environment. The engraving captures the texture of the animal's armored scales, the musculature of its body, and the latent power characteristic of the species. The composition fills the coin's face with commanding presence while leaving room for the inscriptions that identify the coin's weight, purity, and year of issue.
The obverse carries the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, which was the standard portrait used on Australian legal tender coins during this period. The portrait is framed by the coin's face value and the issuing nation. The overall presentation on both faces reflects The Perth Mint's reputation for precision striking and clean, high-contrast coin surfaces.
The coin is struck in bullion finish, which emphasizes bold relief and sharp detail rather than the mirror-like fields of a proof coin. This approach suits the subject matter well, reinforcing the rugged visual character of the crocodile design while maintaining the dimensional clarity that makes Perth Mint wildlife coins highly regarded among collectors.
At one-quarter troy ounce, this coin offers an accessible entry point into Perth Mint gold without the capital commitment of a full-ounce piece. Fractional gold carries a higher premium per ounce than larger formats, which reflects the greater per-unit production cost relative to the metal content, but it also makes precise allocation more practical for buyers who prefer flexibility in sizing their gold holdings.
The quarter-ounce format is particularly useful for buyers who want exposure to a specific design or series without acquiring the full-ounce version. It also functions well as a gifting option or as a way to diversify holdings across multiple Perth Mint releases within a defined budget.
The Perth Mint strikes this coin to a fineness of .9999, placing it among the purest gold coins produced by any sovereign mint globally. Each coin is produced to precise specifications, and The Perth Mint's quality control processes are among the most rigorous in the industry. The Mint's P mintmark, visible on the coin, confirms its origin and distinguishes it from other global releases.
We verify every product we handle for authenticity, weight, and purity before it reaches a customer. Our authorized dealer relationships with PCGS and NGC further reinforce our commitment to product integrity, particularly for coins that may be submitted for professional grading. Buyers can rely on the combination of Perth Mint's production standards and our own verification practices when acquiring this coin through us.
This coin is offered in its standard bullion condition, reflecting the quality standards associated with Perth Mint gold releases. Individual coins ship in a protective plastic flip to preserve surfaces during transit and storage. Quantities corresponding to a standard tube ship in that format, and full box quantities ship in a sealed outer box. The Perth Mint typically packages its quarter-ounce gold coins in tubes of 25, though packaging configurations for secondary market purchases may vary.
Buyers should note that coins sourced from the secondary market may show minor contact marks, light toning, or handling signs consistent with prior storage or transit. These characteristics are cosmetic in nature and have no bearing on the metal content or the coin's recognized weight and purity.
The price of this coin is tied directly to the live spot price of gold, with a premium added to account for production costs, the Perth Mint's reputation, and the coin's collectible characteristics within a limited annual release series. Fractional gold coins typically carry a higher per-ounce premium than their full-ounce counterparts, and sovereign-minted coins generally command stronger premiums than privately produced rounds of comparable size and purity.
Demand for specific wildlife releases can fluctuate based on collector interest, the appeal of the featured subject, and the overall availability of secondary market supply. Our pricing reflects real-time market conditions and is structured for clarity, allowing buyers to evaluate the full acquisition cost relative to spot without obscured fees or artificial complexity.
Gold coins from The Perth Mint are globally recognized and actively traded across dealer networks, secondary markets, and private transactions. The .9999 purity and government-backed legal tender status contribute to straightforward resale across a wide range of market participants. The quarter-ounce format is a well-understood denomination that resells without the ambiguity sometimes associated with non-standard weights or private mint products.
We operate a two-way market that allows customers to sell back through the same platform where they purchased. This structure means liquidity is a factor we consider from the point of acquisition, not only when a customer decides to sell. Understanding the bid/ask spread at the time of purchase gives buyers a clearer picture of the true cost of ownership and what to expect when they eventually exit their position.
This coin appeals to buyers who want more than a generic gold product. The wildlife subject, limited annual production, and Perth Mint craftsmanship give it a dimension of collectibility that generic fractional rounds or bars do not offer. For buyers interested in thematic collecting within the precious metals space, the Saltwater Crocodile edition represents a specific, date-identifiable piece from a series with a consistent track record.
The .9999 purity, government-backed status, and Perth Mint origin also give it strong fundamentals from a bullion standpoint. It is not purely a collector's item. It carries the same foundational characteristics that make sovereign gold coins broadly accepted and easily recognized in resale markets, supported by a fractional format that makes it more accessible than full-ounce alternatives.
We built this platform around the principle that buying and selling physical precious metals should be transparent, efficient, and straightforward. Our pricing reflects live market conditions, our sourcing draws from reputable sovereign mints and established wholesale channels, and every product is verified for authenticity before it reaches a customer. These are not marketing claims but operational standards we hold ourselves to consistently.
Our A rating with the Better Business Bureau, along with our memberships in the American Numismatic Association and the National Coin and Bullion Association, reflect a long-term commitment to professionalism within this industry. As authorized dealers for both PCGS and NGC, we also support customers who want to pursue professional grading for coins like this one. Our customer service team understands the products we sell and can speak to the nuances of specific releases, not just general precious metals concepts.
We also operate as a two-way marketplace, which means the relationship does not end at the point of purchase. When customers are ready to sell, they can do so within the same ecosystem at competitive buyback pricing. That continuity matters, and it shapes how we approach every transaction from the outset.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing across a broad range of products, including fractional Perth Mint coins like the Saltwater Crocodile. Rather than navigating retail pricing structures, Pro members transact at wholesale market prices that reflect real-time supply and demand conditions. For a product like this, where premiums can shift based on collector demand and secondary market availability, having visibility into live wholesale pricing provides a meaningful advantage.
Pro members also benefit from real-time portfolio valuation based on current wholesale bid prices, along with proprietary tools for comparing premiums, spread tightness, and liquidity across products. These tools allow members to evaluate where the Saltwater Crocodile coin stands relative to other fractional gold options at any given moment, using objective market data rather than assumptions or marketing claims.
We support a wide range of payment methods to make every transaction straightforward and secure. Customers can pay using major credit cards including Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover, as well as PayPal, bank-connected payments through Plaid, wire transfer, paper check, and cryptocurrency via BitPay. Each payment option is integrated with secure processing to protect customer information throughout the transaction.
Offering this range of payment flexibility reflects our broader commitment to reducing friction in the buying experience. Whether a customer prefers the speed of a wire transfer for a larger purchase or the convenience of a credit card for a fractional coin acquisition, we accommodate the preference without compromising the security of the transaction.
Product ID: BST-0025163287
| Year | 2017 |
|---|---|
| Precious Metal Type | Gold |
| Format | Coin |
| Country of Origin | Australia |
| Brand/Mint | Perth Mint |
| Mint Mark | P - Perth |
| Purity | 0.9999 |
| Weight | 0.25 oz |
| Thickness (mm) | 2 mm |
| Diameter (mm) | 20.6 mm |
| Grade | BU |
The 2017 Australian Gold Saltwater Crocodile is a fractional gold coin struck by The Perth Mint in .9999 fine gold, weighing one-quarter troy ounce. Issued as legal tender under Australian law, the coin carries a face value and is backed by the Australian government. It belongs to a series of annual releases from The Perth Mint spotlighting Australia's most iconic wildlife, and the Saltwater Crocodile edition stands out among collectors and bullion buyers for its detailed artistry and limited annual mintage.
We carry this coin as part of our broader selection of fine gold offerings from internationally respected sovereign mints. Its combination of government-issued status, high purity, and distinctive subject matter makes it a recognized product in both the collector and bullion markets.
The Perth Mint was established in 1899 as a branch of the British Royal Mint, originally created to refine and coin gold from Western Australia's thriving gold fields. Today it operates as a wholly owned entity of the Western Australian government and is one of the most technically advanced minting facilities in t
…The 2017 Australian Gold Saltwater Crocodile is a fractional gold coin struck by The Perth Mint in .9999 fine gold, weighing one-quarter troy ounce. Issued as legal tender under Australian law, the coin carries a face value and is backed by the Australian government. It belongs to a series of annual releases from The Perth Mint spotlighting Australia's most iconic wildlife, and the Saltwater Crocodile edition stands out among collectors and bullion buyers for its detailed artistry and limited annual mintage.
We carry this coin as part of our broader selection of fine gold offerings from internationally respected sovereign mints. Its combination of government-issued status, high purity, and distinctive subject matter makes it a recognized product in both the collector and bullion markets.
The Perth Mint was established in 1899 as a branch of the British Royal Mint, originally created to refine and coin gold from Western Australia's thriving gold fields. Today it operates as a wholly owned entity of the Western Australian government and is one of the most technically advanced minting facilities in the world. The Mint is widely recognized for producing some of the highest-quality gold coins available, with an emphasis on fine detail, exceptional finish, and strict purity standards.
The Australian Gold Wildlife series, under which this Saltwater Crocodile release falls, was developed as a platform for showcasing the extraordinary biodiversity of the Australian continent. Each year features a different animal subject rendered with fine engraving detail on a high-purity gold blank. The series has built a consistent following among both thematic collectors and precious metals buyers who value the combination of .9999 gold and Perth Mint craftsmanship.
The Saltwater Crocodile itself holds particular cultural and ecological significance in Australia. As the world's largest living reptile and an apex predator native to northern Australia, it represents a compelling subject for the series. The 2017 edition is one of a defined annual release, making it a discrete collectible within a broader numismatic context.
The reverse of the 2017 Gold Saltwater Crocodile features a highly detailed portrait of a saltwater crocodile in its natural environment. The engraving captures the texture of the animal's armored scales, the musculature of its body, and the latent power characteristic of the species. The composition fills the coin's face with commanding presence while leaving room for the inscriptions that identify the coin's weight, purity, and year of issue.
The obverse carries the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, which was the standard portrait used on Australian legal tender coins during this period. The portrait is framed by the coin's face value and the issuing nation. The overall presentation on both faces reflects The Perth Mint's reputation for precision striking and clean, high-contrast coin surfaces.
The coin is struck in bullion finish, which emphasizes bold relief and sharp detail rather than the mirror-like fields of a proof coin. This approach suits the subject matter well, reinforcing the rugged visual character of the crocodile design while maintaining the dimensional clarity that makes Perth Mint wildlife coins highly regarded among collectors.
At one-quarter troy ounce, this coin offers an accessible entry point into Perth Mint gold without the capital commitment of a full-ounce piece. Fractional gold carries a higher premium per ounce than larger formats, which reflects the greater per-unit production cost relative to the metal content, but it also makes precise allocation more practical for buyers who prefer flexibility in sizing their gold holdings.
The quarter-ounce format is particularly useful for buyers who want exposure to a specific design or series without acquiring the full-ounce version. It also functions well as a gifting option or as a way to diversify holdings across multiple Perth Mint releases within a defined budget.
The Perth Mint strikes this coin to a fineness of .9999, placing it among the purest gold coins produced by any sovereign mint globally. Each coin is produced to precise specifications, and The Perth Mint's quality control processes are among the most rigorous in the industry. The Mint's P mintmark, visible on the coin, confirms its origin and distinguishes it from other global releases.
We verify every product we handle for authenticity, weight, and purity before it reaches a customer. Our authorized dealer relationships with PCGS and NGC further reinforce our commitment to product integrity, particularly for coins that may be submitted for professional grading. Buyers can rely on the combination of Perth Mint's production standards and our own verification practices when acquiring this coin through us.
This coin is offered in its standard bullion condition, reflecting the quality standards associated with Perth Mint gold releases. Individual coins ship in a protective plastic flip to preserve surfaces during transit and storage. Quantities corresponding to a standard tube ship in that format, and full box quantities ship in a sealed outer box. The Perth Mint typically packages its quarter-ounce gold coins in tubes of 25, though packaging configurations for secondary market purchases may vary.
Buyers should note that coins sourced from the secondary market may show minor contact marks, light toning, or handling signs consistent with prior storage or transit. These characteristics are cosmetic in nature and have no bearing on the metal content or the coin's recognized weight and purity.
The price of this coin is tied directly to the live spot price of gold, with a premium added to account for production costs, the Perth Mint's reputation, and the coin's collectible characteristics within a limited annual release series. Fractional gold coins typically carry a higher per-ounce premium than their full-ounce counterparts, and sovereign-minted coins generally command stronger premiums than privately produced rounds of comparable size and purity.
Demand for specific wildlife releases can fluctuate based on collector interest, the appeal of the featured subject, and the overall availability of secondary market supply. Our pricing reflects real-time market conditions and is structured for clarity, allowing buyers to evaluate the full acquisition cost relative to spot without obscured fees or artificial complexity.
Gold coins from The Perth Mint are globally recognized and actively traded across dealer networks, secondary markets, and private transactions. The .9999 purity and government-backed legal tender status contribute to straightforward resale across a wide range of market participants. The quarter-ounce format is a well-understood denomination that resells without the ambiguity sometimes associated with non-standard weights or private mint products.
We operate a two-way market that allows customers to sell back through the same platform where they purchased. This structure means liquidity is a factor we consider from the point of acquisition, not only when a customer decides to sell. Understanding the bid/ask spread at the time of purchase gives buyers a clearer picture of the true cost of ownership and what to expect when they eventually exit their position.
This coin appeals to buyers who want more than a generic gold product. The wildlife subject, limited annual production, and Perth Mint craftsmanship give it a dimension of collectibility that generic fractional rounds or bars do not offer. For buyers interested in thematic collecting within the precious metals space, the Saltwater Crocodile edition represents a specific, date-identifiable piece from a series with a consistent track record.
The .9999 purity, government-backed status, and Perth Mint origin also give it strong fundamentals from a bullion standpoint. It is not purely a collector's item. It carries the same foundational characteristics that make sovereign gold coins broadly accepted and easily recognized in resale markets, supported by a fractional format that makes it more accessible than full-ounce alternatives.
We built this platform around the principle that buying and selling physical precious metals should be transparent, efficient, and straightforward. Our pricing reflects live market conditions, our sourcing draws from reputable sovereign mints and established wholesale channels, and every product is verified for authenticity before it reaches a customer. These are not marketing claims but operational standards we hold ourselves to consistently.
Our A rating with the Better Business Bureau, along with our memberships in the American Numismatic Association and the National Coin and Bullion Association, reflect a long-term commitment to professionalism within this industry. As authorized dealers for both PCGS and NGC, we also support customers who want to pursue professional grading for coins like this one. Our customer service team understands the products we sell and can speak to the nuances of specific releases, not just general precious metals concepts.
We also operate as a two-way marketplace, which means the relationship does not end at the point of purchase. When customers are ready to sell, they can do so within the same ecosystem at competitive buyback pricing. That continuity matters, and it shapes how we approach every transaction from the outset.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing across a broad range of products, including fractional Perth Mint coins like the Saltwater Crocodile. Rather than navigating retail pricing structures, Pro members transact at wholesale market prices that reflect real-time supply and demand conditions. For a product like this, where premiums can shift based on collector demand and secondary market availability, having visibility into live wholesale pricing provides a meaningful advantage.
Pro members also benefit from real-time portfolio valuation based on current wholesale bid prices, along with proprietary tools for comparing premiums, spread tightness, and liquidity across products. These tools allow members to evaluate where the Saltwater Crocodile coin stands relative to other fractional gold options at any given moment, using objective market data rather than assumptions or marketing claims.
We support a wide range of payment methods to make every transaction straightforward and secure. Customers can pay using major credit cards including Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover, as well as PayPal, bank-connected payments through Plaid, wire transfer, paper check, and cryptocurrency via BitPay. Each payment option is integrated with secure processing to protect customer information throughout the transaction.
Offering this range of payment flexibility reflects our broader commitment to reducing friction in the buying experience. Whether a customer prefers the speed of a wire transfer for a larger purchase or the convenience of a credit card for a fractional coin acquisition, we accommodate the preference without compromising the security of the transaction.
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