Perth Lunar
The Complete Guide to Perth Mint Lunar Series
Each Australian lunar series from The Perth Mint is based on the 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac.
In 1996, The Perth Mint started issuing gold coins based on the Chinese Lunar animal. After the success of the gold version, a silver lunar series was introduced in 1999. Due to its success, it is now in its third series.
Each coin celebrates a different Chinese zodiac sign, with each cycle lasting 12 years. Series 2 and 3 are also available as an 'Investment' version, with a slightly different design.
These bullion coins are struck from 999 fine silver and have a face value of 1 AUD.
Full mintage breakdown available here.
Series 3 (2020 - 2031) 1oz
Shown below is the 1oz silver edition.
This collection is available from 1/2 oz to 1kg in Silver and 1/20oz to 10kg in Gold.
Series 3 (2020 - 2031) 1oz - Privy Editions
Mintage figures are 'sales to date' as provided by Perth Mint here,
Series 3 - 2024 Year of the Dragon 1/2oz Silver Ten-Coin Set
Released by Perth Mint in 2024, this 10 coin set includes 1/2oz silver, coloured and gilded versions of the Australian Lunar silver coins with designs inspired by art seen on imperial Chinese dragon screens. Issue limit of 3,888.
The set comprises nine coloured coins each portraying a sinuous dragon and a flaming pearl, a symbol of wisdom. The tenth coin, depicting a forward facing dragon with symbolic water cascading from its mouth, is entirely gilded in fine gold.
