Perth Mint: Lunar III - Year of the Snake 10 oz Gold 2025
he Perth Mint: Lunar III - Year of the Snake 10 oz Gold Coin 2025 marks the sixth release in the prestigious Lunar III series. The series began with the Year of the Mouse in 2020, followed by the Year of the Ox in 2021, the Year of the Tiger in 2022, the Year of the Rabbit in 2023, and the Year of the Dragon in 2024. Each coin in this series represents one of the 12 animals of the Chinese lunar calendar. The year 2025 is the Year of the Snake, symbolizing a time for deep reflection, wisdom, and personal growth. Snakes are known for their philosophical nature, patience, and contemplative outlook. People born in the years 1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013, and 2025 fall under this zodiac sign.
The Lunar III coins are highly popular among both investors and collectors each year due to their exceptional design, meticulously crafted by world-renowned designers. Being part of the lunar collection, these coins offer significant investment potential, as their value tends to increase over time.
This coin is minted from 99.99% pure gold (Au.9999), weighs 10 troy ounces, and has a diameter of 60.6 mm. Produced by the renowned Perth Mint, it comes with the assurance of authenticity and legal tender status from the Australian government. A unique micro-engraved letter on the reverse side serves as an additional security feature.
Obverse: The obverse of the Year of the Snake coin features the likeness of King Charles III along with the inscriptions “CHARLES III”, “AUSTRALIA”, and details regarding the coin's face value, weight, and gold purity.
Reverse: The reverse showcases a detailed depiction of a Chinese snake, accompanied by the Chinese character for "snake", the inscription “SNAKE 2025”, and the letter “P”, which is the hallmark of the Perth Mint.
