2025 Australian Lunar Snake Silver Coin 1oz

Description

In 2025, The Perth Mint’s highly anticipated Australian Lunar III Series celebrates the Year of the Snake, the sixth animal in the twelve-year cycle of the Chinese zodiac.

Those born in the Lunar Year of the Snake are thought to be wise, mysterious, and reflective. They possess a deep understanding of the world, often preferring a calm and calculated approach to life. Other Years of the Snake include 2013, 2001, 1989, 1977, 1965, 1953, and 1941.

Specimen Quality 99.9% Pure Silver

The coin is expertly struck by The Perth Mint from 99.9% pure silver in specimen quality.

Lunar Snake Design

These 2025 coins feature a striking portrayal of a snake, a symbol of wisdom, transformation, and protection in Chinese culture. The reverse design portrays a coiled snake on the ground beneath hanging leaves. The Chinese character for ‘Snake’ and the inscription ‘Year of the Snake’ are clearly displayed, along with The Perth Mint’s traditional ‘P’ mintmark.

The coin’s obverse bears the Dan Thorne effigy of His Majesty King Charles III, along with the monetary denomination.

Australian Legal Tender

The coin is issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965.