Deadly & Dangerous 20th Ann: Red-Back Spider - 1 oz Silver Coin - 1$ Tuvalu 2026
 
Product Details
The Deadly & Dangerous Red-Back Spider is one of the most prestigious gold issues of 2026. The notorious Red-Back spider administers venom through its painful bite. Coins are limited to 2,006 produced worldwide and is the 20th release in the series.

Coin Highlights:
Contains 1 oz of .9999 fine Silver.
Housed in a high-gloss timber presentation case and illustrated outer box appropriately emblazoned with the word "Danger."
Limited to a mintage of 2,006 produce worldwide.
Obverse: Features the Jody Clark effigy of His Majesty King Charles III, weight & fineness, the monetary denomination and 2026 date-year.
Reverse: A vibrantly colorized depiction of Australia's Red-Back spider, creeping along a branch while weaving its web. Also included is the inscription, "RED BACK SPIDER," along with the 20th anniversary privy in celebration of the Deadly and Dangerous series milestone 20th release.
Guaranteed by legal tender of Tuvalu.

This coin is a fantastic addition to any numismatic collection, as all coins in the series have been instant sell-outs! Add this 2026 Tuvalu 1 oz Silver Red-Back Spider coin in Proof condition to your cart today!

About the Deadly and Dangerous Series
The Perth Mint was commissioned to produce the Deadly and Dangerous series in 2006. The series celebrates some of the most terrifying and hazardous of species that are home to Australia. The first coin in the Deadly and Dangerous Coin Series showcased the Red-Backed spider in vibrant colorization. Coins are struck in the country of issue as Tuvalu and with a $1 denomination. A myriad of creatures have graced the annual coin design, including: the White Shark, Blue-Ringed Octopus, Saltwater Crocodile, Eastern Brown Snake, Box Jelly Fish, Spider-Hunting Scorpion, Bull Ant, Death Adder, Tiger Shark, the Blue Bottle, otherwise known as the Man o' War and Tiger Shark. In 2026, The Perth Mint selected the Giant Centipede to highlight, along with the 20th release, showcasing highly venomous the Red-Back Spider.

About the Red Back Spider
The Red-Back spider is on of Australia's most recognizable and venomous arachnids, knowns for the distinctive red stripe located on the female's black abdomen. Closely related to the black widow spider, the Red-Back spider is commonly found in warm, dry environments, often hiding in sheds, outdoor furniture, mailboxes and garages. These Red-Back spider bites can cause pain, sweating, nausea and muscle weakness upon impact. Thankfully fatalities are now rare amongst humans thanks to the development of anti-venom treatments. These spiders play an important role in controlling insect populations and are an iconic part of Australia's unique wildlife ecosystem. People searching for information about Red-Back spiders often want to learn how to identify them, where they live and how dangerous that re to humans and pets.