The Perth Mint Gold Tour
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Part of Bucket List Collection
Includes this experience & hundreds more, available all across Australia
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Partner Name: The Perth Mint
Address: 310 Hay Street Perth WA 6004
The Perth Mint, located in the vibrant city of Perth, Western Australia, offers a unique cultural experience that takes you on a journey through Australia''s rich gold rush history. This guided cultural tour provides an awe-inspiring mix of stories, interactive displays, and challenges, making it a premier tourist attraction in the region.
As you embark on The Perth Mint Gold Tour, you''ll be greeted with a captivating display of the world''s largest gold coin and a mesmerizing live gold pour. The tour showcases Perth Mint''s impressive gold exhibition, featuring the Australian Kangaroo One Tonne Gold Coin, which has held the Guinness World Record for the largest coin since 2012. You''ll also have the opportunity to view some of the most valuable gold and silver specimens in the world, including the Normandy Nugget, the second-largest gold nugget in existence, and the King Henry and Karratha Queen specimens.
The guided heritage talk provides an in-depth look at the history of the gold rush in Western Australia, the influential figures who built and developed The Perth Mint, and the famous golden discoveries that shaped the future of gold in Australia. Additionally, you''ll witness a traditional gold pour in The Perth Mint''s original melting house, where pure gold is transformed into a gleaming solid gold bar before your eyes.
As a cultural immersion tour, The Perth Mint Gold Tour offers a unique opportunity to explore Australia''s cultural heritage and gain a deeper understanding of the country''s indigenous history. The coining gallery displays a collection of historic coins struck by The Perth Mint, from sovereigns to bullion coin collections, providing a glimpse into the country''s cultural landmarks and sightseeing opportunities.
After the tour, there''s still more to explore. You can design a special message or choose your favorite saying to engrave onto an aluminum bronze, gold-plated, or 99.9% pure silver medallion. The Perth Mint Shop offers a treasure trove of gold, silver, and platinum coins, natural gold nuggets, unique jewelry, precious stones, and an exclusive range of giftware and souvenirs.
We Wander has carefully selected The Perth Mint as a partner to offer unique cultural experiences that inspire and educate travelers about Australia''s rich cultural heritage. From guided cultural tours and indigenous experiences to cultural exploration and sightseeing opportunities, The Perth Mint Gold Tour is a must-see attraction for anyone visiting Greater Perth, Western Australia.
