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Australian Lunar Series III 2025 Year of the Snake 2oz Silver Antiqued Coin
Struck from 2oz of 99.99% pure silver, this stunning piece marking the Year of the Snake has an antiqued surface, a coin treatment that tones the natural lustre of silver to convey the look of an aged artefact.
Key features:
- 99.99% pure silver
- Antiqued surface treatment
- Sixth design from Australian Lunar Series III
- Australian legal tender
- Auspicious mintage figure
| Mintage | 1,888 |
| SKU | 3S2506CGAA |
Chinese tradition
According to Chinese tradition, the emperor ordered a great race between all the animals on Earth to determine who should occupy 12 positions in the lunar calendar. In pursuit of the fifth placed dragon, the horse was unnerved by the sight of a snake wrapped around its hoof. As it reared in fright, the snake uncoiled itself and slithered over the line to claim sixth place.
Those born under the sign of the Chinese Lunar Snake in 2025, 2013, 2001, 1989 and every 12th preceding year are said to be wise, intelligent, independent, and charming. Being passionate and articulate, they are also thought to make great leaders.
Antiqued snake design
The coin’s reverse portrays a beautifully sculpted snake coiled on the ground beneath hanging leaves. Also included on the reverse is The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark.
H.M. King Charles III effigy
The obverse portrays the Dan Thorne effigy of His Majesty King Charles III. Also included are the monetary denomination, and the weight and fineness.
Presentation packaging
Accompanied by a numbered certificate of authenticity, the coin comes in a classic display case with a clear lid and an illustrated shipper. When aligned with the other shippers from the Australian Lunar Series III, the illustration forms a diorama depicting all 12 animals in the order they completed The Great Race, a traditional Chinese story about the creation of the lunar calendar.
Australian Lunar Series III
Each Australian lunar series from The Perth Mint is based on the 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac. Coin collectors are besotted with each annual release, hence the longevity of the 12-year series.
Established in 1996, The Perth Mint was the first to release an Australian lunar coin program. Due to its success, it is now in its third series.
Made with the fine gold, silver and platinum in combination with intricate craftsmanship, these Australian lunar collector coins explore the ancient tradition and mythical folklore of the Chinese Great Race.
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