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JamesWong(Newbie)Newbie
13 Feb 2026

Hi , would like an opinion on this scenario

In 2015 I bought an Australian 1oz silver Kangaroo coin (The Perth Mint Australian Kangaroo is a premier 1oz silver bullion coin, struck from 99.99% pure silver and issued as Australian legal tender (1 AUD)

Lets say I paid AU$15 for that coin. This coin is not considered rare.

In 2026 let's say I sell the coin for AU$115 , AU$100 more than purchase price.

Under the CGT exemption categories it says there is no CGT payable on "collectable coins or medallions" that are purchased for " $500 or less"

So my question ,for tax purposes is,: is this run of the mill 1oz silver kangaroo coin classed as a "collectable coin or medallion bought for less than AU$500" and thus not subject to CGT upon sale or would it be considered as an investment and taxed at a CGT rate of 50% of the profit (as it was held for more than 12 months.

Thanks in advance


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RachelATO(Community Moderator)Community Moderator
6 Mar 2026

Hi @JamesWong,


Your 1oz silver Kangaroo coin isn't a 'collectable' for tax purposes. Even though coins can be collectables, they only count if they're kept mainly for personal use or enjoyment. Bullion coins are typically bought for investment, not enjoyment.


The $500 collectable exemption doesn't apply. That rule is for rare or special coins kept as true collectables. Your coin is treated as a CGT investment asset.


Since you held it for more than 12 months, you can use the 50% CGT discount on your capital gain when you lodge your tax return.


You'll need to report this capital gain in your tax return for the year you sold the coin.

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