Named for its long, distinctively shaped tail, the wedge-tailed eagle is Australia’s largest bird of prey and one of the biggest eagles in the world. With an impressive wingspan of up to 2.5 metres, it can also be recognised by its long, powerful legs which are feathered all the way to its feet.

The coin’s reverse portrays the wedge-tailed eagle with outstretched wings. Reflecting its formidable hunting skills, the artistry highlights the bird’s large and superbly effective eyes and large, hooked beak.

The coin’s ultra high relief reverse is minted on a concave surface to ensure the optimum flow of metal is achieved by strike of the die.