Silver Lunar III 1 oz PP - Snake 2025

Information on Silver Lunar III 1 oz PP - Snake 2025

The latest edition in the Perth Mint's Lunar III series reveals the beauty of the snake. An artfully designed motif invites you to immerse yourself in the world of Chinese mythology. The snake is the sixth sign of the twelve-year lunar calendar. This reflects the traditional story in which the Jade Emperor had the twelve signs of the zodiac compete against each other in a race across a river to decide in which order they should be entered in the calendar. Those born under the sign of the Chinese snake in the years 2025, 2013, 2001, 1989, 1977 and every 12th preceding year are considered charismatic, independent and intelligent. In addition to the classic investment edition in the usual denominations, the Perth Mint is also issuing the proof version (Polished Plate) of the Lunar series in gold and silver. Polished Plate (PP) is particularly sought after by collectors and is one of the most elaborate production processes for a coin. As a special highlight for collectors, each coin is issued with a capsule including a numbered certificate of authenticity and a high-quality case with magnetic closure. The images on the boxes, arranged in sequence, depict the story of the Great Race, which determined the order of the animals in the Chinese zodiac. This special silver coin is strictly limited to a worldwide mintage of only 5,000 pieces. It is also the first Perth Mint lunar edition to feature the portrait of King Charles III.

The design of the silver coin

The dominant centre of the obverse side shows a coiled snake on the ground below hanging leaves. A coastline can be seen in the background. Artist Sean Rogers depicted the snake as a creature full of mystery, charisma, strength, vigilance and intelligence. His design is intended to reflect the many facets of this sign of the zodiac. Next to the motif is the Chinese character for snake "蛇", the inscription "SNAKE 2025" and the Perth Mint's mintmark "P." The reverse side of the coin shows the portrait of King Charles III, with the words "CHARLES III" and "AUSTRALIA" embossed above.  The weight "1oz", fineness "9999 Ag" and the nominal value of "1 DOLLAR" adorn the bottom of the coin.

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