Obverse: the obverse of the coin depicts a platypus floating in water, together with a small platypus. To the right and left are the embossed letter "P" on the Perth Mint.
Reverse: the reverse of the coin depicts Queen Elizabeth II (Australia has a constitutional monarchy under which Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is also the Queen of Australia). The words "ELIZABETH II" and the name of the country "AUSTRALIA" are engraved around the image of the Queen, and the weight, fineness, year and denomination "2 OZ 9999 AG 2021 2 DOLLARS" are engraved at the bottom. Below the image of the queen are engraved designer initials JC (Jody Clark).
About the coin: this latest issue of the Perth Mint coin symbolizing the platypus and its juvenile is the fourth issue this year. The coin stands out for its 2 oz weight and very beautiful design. The coin is also minted from 9999 fineness pure silver available making it a great choice for investing in silver.