2025 10oz Perth Mint Gold Lunar Snake Coin Series 3

Celebrate the Year of the Snake with the magnificent 2025 10oz Perth Mint Gold Lunar Snake Coin, a standout piece in the esteemed Lunar Series 3 collection. This coin is a tribute to the sixth animal of the Chinese zodiac, embodying traits of ambition, intelligence, and charisma. It is particularly significant for those born in the Snake years of 2025, 2013, 2001, 1989, and 1977.

Design:

Reverse: The reverse side of the coin features a grand depiction of a snake, meticulously detailed as it coils gracefully among bamboo stems. This design not only symbolizes wisdom and prosperity but also includes the Chinese character for ‘snake,’ the inscription ‘SNAKE 2025,’ and The Perth Mint’s distinctive ‘P’ mintmark.

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

Key Features:

• Metal Composition: 99.99% pure gold
• Weight: 10 troy ounces (311.066 grams)
• Diameter: 61.00 mm
• Denomination: Legal tender with a face value of 1,000 Australian Dollars (AUD)
• Mintage: Unlimited. Production will cease at the end of 2025.
• Security Features: Features a micro-engraved letter within the design, detectable only under magnification, enhancing its security and authenticity
• Packaging: Each coin is presented in a protective acrylic capsule to preserve its condition.

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 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.