Australia at Night (7.) - Barn Owl
1 Oz Silver - Black Proof

• 7th Issue of the Australia at Night Series
• 99.9% Silver with Black Proof Finish
• Mintage only 1,000 pieces
• With numbered Certificate of Authenticity
• Delivery in original wooden Box

The seventh issue of the Australia at Night Series is dedicated to the Barn Owl. The coin with Black Proof finish was struck from one ounce of 99.9% silver and is limited to only 1,000 pieces worldwide. The motive depicts a barn owl sitting on a branch, holding its prey in its claws. In the background another barn owl can be seen in flight. Both animals are on the grounds of an Australian farm on a full moon night. The design also includes the inscription "AUSTRALIA AT NIGHT - BARN OWL". The reverse shows a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II and the inscriptions "ELIZABETH II," "NIUE 2022," "ONE DOLLAR" and "1OZ 999 SILVER".

The Australian Barn Owl (Tyto delicatula) is nocturnal and preys mainly on mice, rats, lizards, frogs, bats and insects. During the day it stays in tree hollows or rock crevices. As a very adaptable species, the occurrence of the barn owl is not limited to certain habitats. Thus, the owl is common in forests and steppes, but also in rocky or populated areas. A typical feature of the Australian Barn Owl is the pure white facial veil. It reaches a body size of up to 36 centimeters and a weight of up to 450 grams. The limited Australia at Night - Barn Owl Black Proof silver coin is delivered in the original wooden box including a numbered certificate of authenticity.