Quokkas are wallaby-like marsupials found mainly in the south west region of Western Australia, particularly Rottnest Island, an idyllic location 18 kilometres off the coast near Perth. About the same size of domestic cats, the quokka has thick, grey-brown fur, a broad face, shiny black eyes and round furry ears.

Quokkas were once plentiful throughout Australia’s south west but they are now classified as vulnerable, having suffered from predation by introduced species and loss of habitat.The coin’s coloured reverse portrays a happy looking quokka sitting on its hind legs among vegetation. Included in the design is the inscription ‘QUOKKA’, the 2024 year-date, and a ‘P125’ mintmark signifying The Perth Mint’s 125th anniversary.

Accompanied by a numbered certificate of authenticity, the coin is housed in a classic display case with clear lid and a beautifully illustrated shipper.