Kangaroo 1 oz gold coin — second choice, mixed years
A Kangaroo gold coin of one troy ounce at 999.9 fineness, in the second choice category. The metal content is identical to a mint-state piece — the difference is condition and packaging alone, and it shows up in a lower price.
Technical specification
| Specification |
Value |
| Fine gold weight |
31.1035 g (1 troy ounce) |
| Fineness |
999.9 |
| Face value |
100 Australian dollars |
| Diameter |
32.60 mm |
| Thickness |
2.95 mm |
| Mint |
The Perth Mint, Australia |
| Year |
mixed, depending on delivery |
| Condition |
second choice |
What second choice means
Second choice describes a coin that does not meet mint-state criteria: it may show handling marks, fine scratches, discolouration, or damaged or missing packaging. Weight, fineness and metal content are exactly the same as on a first-choice piece — the difference is appearance, not metal.
That feeds straight into price: the markup over the metal quote is markedly lower on second choice. For someone buying metal rather than condition, it is the cheapest route to a bullion coin. For a collector, it is not.
On resale, buyback values second choice below mint state but still against the current metal quote, because metal content is what counts.
The Kangaroo — a coin whose reverse changes yearly
The Perth Mint has struck the Kangaroo since 1986, at first under the Nugget name. The series is defined by a reverse redesigned for every year — unlike the Krugerrand or Maple Leaf, whose motifs have stood unchanged for decades.
This item is supplied from coins of mixed years, so the particular kangaroo design depends on the delivery. Weight, fineness, diameter, thickness and face value are identical across all years.
The Perth Mint is owned by the Government of Western Australia, which guarantees by statute the weight and fineness of every coin struck. That guarantee holds regardless of a piece's condition.
Why GoldInvest24
We source from state mints and LBMA-accredited producers, in original packaging. Every shipment is insured and packed discreetly, with no markings indicating the contents. We also run a gold and silver buyback. Current quotes are on our gold price page.
Frequently asked questions
How does second choice differ from mint state?
In appearance, not in metal. There may be handling marks, fine scratches, discolouration or damaged packaging. Weight, fineness and metal content are identical.
Will I receive a specific year?
No. This item is supplied from coins of mixed years, depending on the delivery.
Do you buy back second choice?
Yes. It is valued below mint state but still against the current metal quote, because metal content is what counts.
Is VAT charged on this coin?
In Poland gold meeting the conditions for bullion is exempt from VAT under Article 122 of the VAT Act.
Do you buy this product back?
We buy back gold and silver. The buyback price follows the current metal quote and the condition of the product together with its packaging.
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