Perth Mint

Perth Mint operates as Australia's official bullion mint, responsible for the production of precious metal coins and bars for both domestic and international markets. Its core product range includes gold, silver and platinum bullion coins that are issued as legal tender, as well as cast and minted bars used for investment and industrial purposes. In addition to manufacturing, the mint provides refining services that transform raw precious metal into standardized forms meeting international purity standards. It also offers secure storage and depository solutions for customers who wish to hold physical metal without taking personal custody. These services are utilized by a diverse client base that encompasses private investors, collectors, central banks, jewellery manufacturers and other financial institutions. By functioning under a government mandate, the mint guarantees the authenticity and backing of its products by the State of Western Australia.

The Perth Mint is wholly owned by the Government of Western Australia and operates under the statutory framework established by the Perth Mint Act 1999, which defines its role as the state's official precious metals authority. This ownership structure places it directly under the Western Australian Treasury, with no separate parent company or external shareholders. The mint holds accreditation from the London Bullion Market Association as a recognized refiner, underscoring its compliance with global quality and trading benchmarks. Its regulatory role extends to the production of Australian legal tender coinage, a function that distinguishes it from private bullion dealers. In September 2018 the organization experienced a data breach that exposed personal information of approximately 3,200 customers through a compromised third‑party hosted database, while confirming that its internal systems and customer precious metal holdings remained unaffected. The incident was reported to the Australian Federal Police and the national data protection regulator, and forensic analysis verified the continued security of its physical gold inventories.