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Intelligent and charming

The snake is significant in traditional Chinese culture as the sixth animal symbol in the ancient lunar calendar. People born under the auspices of the snake in 2025, 2013, 2001, 1989, and every 12th preceding year are said to be intelligent, independent, and charming.

Year of the Snake design

The coin’s reverse portrays a coiled snake on the ground beneath hanging leaves. Included in the design is the Chinese character for ‘snake’, the inscription ‘SNAKE 2025’, and The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark.

1 2025 Year of the Snake Base Metal Coin InCard HighRes

Australia Post stamps

The official $1.50 and $3.00 Australia Post stamps feature a snake with red and gold scales. A commemorative postmark in the form of a snake's body in a Chinese knot includes the words ‘First day of issue 7 January 2025 Christmas Island WA 6798’.

Illustrated envelope

The coloured envelope features a stylised impression of a golden snake on a blue gradient background with stylised red, gold and turquoise motifs, and the words ‘YEAR OF THE SNAKE Lunar New Year 2025’. Also included on the envelope is Australia Post’s Seal of Authenticity.

Specifications

Specifications

Year 2025
Metal Base Metal
Monetary Denomination (AUD) 1.00
Minimum Gross Weight (g) 13.000
Maximum Diameter (mm) 30.70
Maximum Thickness (mm) 3.40
Maximum Mintage Unlimited
Finish Uncirculated
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Effigy Dan Thorne design of H.M. King Charles III

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