Koala, 10oz Silver, 2012

The 2012 Silver Koala coins, with their namesake Koala on the reverse and the obverse graced with Queen Elizabeth II, are minted in Australia. These beautiful coins are perhaps best known for coming in a wide range of weights. First, there is the industry standard 1 ounce coin. This is good for the smaller investor, but carries the biggest integrated premium, making it less profitable in the long run. Second, the 10 ounce coin is a nice mid-range coin for investors willing to invest a little bit more but not looking to do too much. The premiums are smaller, making this more profitable than the 1 ounce coin. Third, there is the 1 kilogram 2012 Silver Koala coin, a rarity in silver markets. This mammoth is perfect for someone looking to slash premiums whenever possible and outshines even the 10 ounce Koala. It makes a great investment and is comparable more to a gold coin than a silver one.