Total Sellout Expected
EAGAN, Minn., May 6, 2024 (Newswire.com) – Asset Marketing Services (AMS), one of the largest direct-to-consumer retailers of collectible coins, is set to release the 2024 Wedge-Tailed Eagle Proofs from Australia’s Perth Mint. These new proofs feature an intricate design from John Mercanti, the former 12th Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint.
Successful Collaboration
AMS, a company specializing in high-quality collectibles since 1984, has established strong relationships with private and sovereign World Mints. This partnership has led to AMS becoming the exclusive distributor of the Wedge-Tailed Eagles in the U.S. market since 2014. The collaboration between Mercanti and the Perth Mint has proven to be a success, with the Wedge-Tailed Eagle series becoming one of the top-selling precious metal coin programs, generating close to $100 million in North American sales.
New Designs and Features
The 2024 Wedge-Tailed Eagle Proofs showcase a stunning portrayal of the majestic bird soaring in the sky, adorned with stylized sun rays. These proofs also feature the first definitive portrait of King Charles III for Australia, making them the FIRST Wedge-Tailed Eagles to showcase the monarch’s effigy.
Unique to these proofs is a miniature 2014 Wedge-Tailed Eagle design at the top of the obverse, paying tribute to the initial design. Each coin is inscribed with “10th Anniversary” and bears a “P125” mint mark in honor of the mint’s 125th Anniversary, deviating from the traditional Perth Mint mint mark.
Exclusive Features
Each gold and silver coin is graded by NGC as flawless Proof-70 Ultra Cameo and certified as First Day of Issue. They are encapsulated with an exclusive Australian Flag label hand-signed by designer John Mercanti. Additionally, the 2024 one-ounce Silver Wedge-Tailed Eagles feature a pure gold gilded design for the first time.
Anticipated Success
Ted Smetana, Chief Commercial Officer Merchandising at AMS, expressed his excitement about offering these unique Mercanti-designed Wedge-Tailed Eagle Proofs. With the proven track record of the series and the exceptional beauty and quality of the proofs, a complete sellout is expected. Collectors are anticipated to be highly satisfied with these special 10th Anniversary issues.
AMS holds North American exclusivity on all 2024 Wedge-Tailed Eagle coins minted by the Perth Mint.
To learn more and view available items, visit www.govmint.com/2024-australian-wedge-tailed-eagle-proof-coins
About Asset Marketing Services
Since 1984, AMS has been a leading provider of numismatic and collectible coin products, offering a wide range of items from modern U.S. Mint releases to ancient coins dating back over 2,000 years. The company has also partnered with major mints globally to provide collectors with high-quality products.
About the Perth Mint
Internationally recognized for its innovative and high-quality precious metal coinage, the Perth Mint is Australia’s oldest operating mint. Originally established as a branch of Britain’s Royal Mint in 1899, the mint continues to produce exceptional coins for collectors worldwide.
Source: Asset Marketing Services