1999 1 Oz Downies Koala PF

Years before Perth Mint began minting the official Australian Koala coins, they minted Koala rounds sold through Downies. The rounds were minted from 1997 through 2000 and depict koalas in their native habitats. They were sold on cards that contained information about the koala and the rounds.  Mintage for the rounds is unknown.

Obverse:  The obverse features Australia's native koala sitting in a gum tree, amidst the eucalypt leaves on which it feeds. The name "KOALA" arches across the top with the year "1999" inscribed at the bottom.

Reverse: The reverse features a relief map of Australia, frosted against a mirrored background. The name "AUSTRALIA" is inscribed at the top. Below the central image is the inscription "1 OUNCE .999 SILVER" denoting the weight, content, and purity.