The Perth Mint 1 Ounce .9999 Fine Silver Bullion Bar
Coin/Bullion · The Perth Mint, located in Western Australia. Established in 1899 as a branch of the British Royal Mint, it is now wholly owned by the Government of Western Australia and enjoys a world-class reputation for producing some of the purest and most secure precious metal bullion products globally.
Pattern: Perth Mint Standard Bullion Bar Series, featuring the iconic stylized swan logo surrounded by concentric security waves.
Type
Coin/Bullion
Maker
The Perth Mint, located in Western Australia. Established in 1899 as a branch of the British Royal Mint, it is now wholly owned by the Government of Western Australia and enjoys a world-class reputation for producing some of the purest and most secure precious metal bullion products globally.
Material
Fine Silver (.9999 purity), representing one of the highest commercial purities available for precious metals, free from base metal plating or alloys.
Dimensions
Standard 1 oz silver bar dimensions, approximately 49 mm x 28 mm x 2 mm, weighing exactly 1 troy ounce (31.1035 grams).
Description
An immaculate 1-ounce fine silver bullion bar produced by the prestigious Perth Mint. The obverse features the prominent circular Perth Mint swan logo set against a shimmering field of micro-engraved concentric waves, which serve as an advanced security feature. Below the central medallion, a rectangular cartouche declares the purity '9999 FINE SILVER 1 OUNCE'. Its precise geometry, brilliant contrast between matte and mirror finishes, and high purity make it a favorite among both precious metals investors and bullion collectors.
Key Features
Four-nine (.9999) ultra-high purity, anti-counterfeiting micro-engraved wave background pattern, official Perth Mint swan emblem, exact one troy ounce weight specification.
Material & Composition
Fine Silver (.9999 purity), representing one of the highest commercial purities available for precious metals, free from base metal plating or alloys.
Finish & Decoration
Matte and mirror finish with an intricate security feature consisting of micro-engraved concentric wave lines across the background and a frosted relief central medallion depicting the Perth Mint swan logo.
Hallmarks & Stamps
Stamped with the Perth Mint circular logo, 'THE PERTH MINT AUSTRALIA' text, purity marking '9999', metal specification 'FINE SILVER', and weight designation '1 OUNCE'.
Construction Details
Precision minted (struck) from fine silver blanks using high-pressure hydraulic coin presses, ensuring sharp details and exact weight tolerances.
Functional Features
Designed primarily as an investment-grade bullion product and store of wealth, featuring security wave lines to deter counterfeiting.
Handle & Grip Details
Not applicable as this is a flat bullion bar without handles or grips.
Craftsmanship Details
Flawless modern industrial minting with perfect centering, uniform thickness, sharp die strikes, and sophisticated anti-counterfeiting micro-machining.
Authentication Indicators
Crisp and deep strike lettering, flawless micro-wave background security lines, correct dimensions and weight, official Perth Mint hallmark stamping consistent with authentic refinery output.
Origin & Manufacturing
Minted in Perth, Western Australia, adhering to strict international bullion standards and backed by the Government of Western Australia.
Era & Period
Modern Bullion Era (late 20th century to present day), reflecting advanced minting technologies and anti-counterfeiting security designs.
Age Estimate
Modern production, typically dating from the 2010s to the present day.
Cultural Significance
Represents the modern democratization of precious metals investing, serving as a globally recognized standard for secure wealth preservation, retirement portfolios, and physical asset diversification.
Condition Notes
Mint/Unused condition with pristine surfaces, sharp edges, and no visible scratches, dents, or tarnish spots. Graded as Brilliant Uncirculated (BU).
Value Estimate
Valued at the current spot price of silver per troy ounce plus a modest dealer premium, typically ranging between $30 to $45 USD depending on current precious metal market fluctuations and retail premiums.
Care & Maintenance
Store in a protective airtight acrylic capsule or PVC-free flip to prevent natural oxidation and tarnish. Avoid touching the polished surfaces with bare fingers to prevent skin oils from etching the finish. Never use abrasive polishes or dips on modern bullion bars as it can ruin the frosted and mirrored finish.
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Interesting Facts
The Perth Mint is Australia's oldest operating mint and was originally established to refine gold from the Western Australian goldfields before Australia had its own national currency system. It is also famous for producing the world's largest and most valuable gold coin, weighing one tonne.