Perth Lunar 2024 Silver bullion salutes the Year of the Snake, this is the fifth of the 12 symbolic animals in the ancient Chinese lunar calendar.
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The reverse of each coin features a snake coiled on the ground under hanging eucalyptus leaves. This side also displays the Chinese character for ‘snake,’ the inscription ‘SNAKE 2024’ and The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark. The Perth Lunar bullion is also struck in silver and, for the third year, platinum.
Additionally, the reverse of the coins includes a security detail in the form of a micro-engraved letter within the design that is only visible using a magnifying glass.
This is the first lunar coin’s obverse to bear the Dan Thorne effigy of His Majesty King Charles III, as well as the weight, fineness, and the monetary denomination.
The Perth Lunar 2024 Silver coin is struck in 99.99% pure silver, these coins are issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965.
According to Chinese folklore, the emperor ordered a Great Race between all the animals on Earth to determine who should occupy 12 positions in the lunar calendar. Using its guile, the snake finished in sixth place. As a result, those born under the sign of the Chinese Lunar Snake in 2025, 2013, 2001, 1989 and every 12th preceding year are said to inherit the snake’s wisdom, intelligence, independence, and charm. Being passionate and articulate, they are also thought to make great leaders.