2008 Deadly and Dangerous – Blue-Ringed Octopus – 1oz .999 Silver Proof Coin – Perth Mint

Proof Quality 99.9% Pure Silver
A stunning example of The Perth Mint’s coloured minting skills, the coin is struck from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality.

Coloured Reverse Design
The reverse portrays the deadly and dangerous Blue Ringed Octopus displaying its vivid blue markings.

Tuvalu Legal Tender
Issued as legal tender of Tuvalu, the coin depicts the Raphael Maklouf effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse.

Extremely Limited Mintage
Like the previous Red Backed Spider and Great White Shark releases in this series, no more than 5,000 Blue Ringed Octopus coins will be released.

Timber Presentation Case
Each coin is housed in a high-gloss timber presentation case and illustrated outer box appropriately emblazoned with the word ‘Danger’.

Numbered Certificate of Authenticity
Each coin is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

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