2025 1/20oz Perth Mint Gold Lunar Snake Coin Series 3

Celebrate the Year of the Snake with the 2025 1/20oz Perth Mint Gold Lunar Snake Coin, a beautifully crafted piece in the distinguished Series 3. This coin honours the sixth sign of the Chinese zodiac, symbolising ambition, intelligence, and independence. Those born under the Snake sign in years such as 2025, 2013, 2001, 1989, and 1977 are believed to possess these notable traits.

Design

Reverse: The reverse side features a meticulously crafted snake gracefully coiled among bamboo stems, representing wisdom and prosperity. The design also includes the Chinese character for ‘snake,’ the inscription ‘SNAKE 2025,’ and The Perth Mint's iconic ‘P’ mintmark.

Obverse: The obverse displays the effigy of King Charles III, designed by Dan Thorne, with inscriptions detailing the coin's weight, fineness, and monetary denomination.

Key Features

• Metal Composition: 99.99% pure gold
• Weight: 1/20 troy ounce (1.555 grams)
• Diameter: 14.60 mm
• Denomination: Legal tender with a face value of 5 Australian Dollars (AUD)
• Mintage: Unlimited. Production will cease at the end of 2025
• Packaging: Each coin is presented in a protective acrylic capsule to preserve its condition
• Perfect for welcoming a new baby and commemorating their birth symbol.

About the Perth Mint 2025 Lunar Year of the Snake Collection

The 2025 Lunar Year of the Snake Collection is the sixth instalment in the Lunar Series III, celebrating the rich cultural heritage of the Chinese zodiac. This collection honours the snake, known for its associations with ambition, intelligence, success, and independence.

Featuring exquisite coins in gold, silver, and platinum, the collection caters to a diverse range of collectors and investors. Available in various sizes, including the highly sought-after 1oz gold coin with a limited mintage of just 30,000 pieces, each coin showcases a unique snake design on the reverse, exemplifying the Perth Mint's renowned craftsmanship. The obverse features the effigy of King Charles III.

As with previous releases, the 2025 Lunar Year of the Snake coins are not only beautiful collectibles but also carry significant cultural meaning. Those born in snake years (2025, 2013, 2001, 1989, and 1977) are believed to embody the snake's philosophical and insightful traits.