1 troy ounce gold Lunar Year of the Snake coin 2025

The latest release in the Lunar Series, the 1 troy ounce Gold Year of the Snake Coin 2025. The Lunar III series is the third issue in the Perth Mint's Lunar Series, following the first two series (Lunar I and Lunar II). This series features gold and silver coins released annually, each based on the Chinese zodiac sign of that year.
 
The 1 troy ounce gold Lunar coin 2025 has a worldwide mintage of 30,000 pieces.
 

Lunar III Year of the Snake

The gold Lunar III Year of the Snake coin 2025 is a stunning addition to the Lunar Series, struck in 1 troy ounce (31.103 grams) of 99.99% pure gold. With an impressive diameter of 32.6 millimeters, this coin exudes both elegance and craftsmanship. It celebrates the Year of the Snake, which is associated in the Chinese zodiac with the years 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013, and 2025.
 
The snake symbolizes change, wisdom, and mystery. People born in the Year of the Snake are often seen as intelligent, perceptive, and intuitive, with a profound perspective on the world.

Design of the gold Lunar III Year of the Snake coin

The obverse of the 2025 Lunar Year of the Snake Coin features a beautiful design that captures the snake exquisitely. In Chinese culture, the snake is valued for its wisdom and cunning. The coin depicts a coiled snake beneath hanging leaves, symbolizing the animal's intelligent and vigilant nature. The intricate engravings highlight the special place of the snake in the Chinese zodiac. It also includes the Chinese character for 'snake,' the text 'SNAKE 2025,' and the 'P' mintmark of The Perth Mint for authenticity.
 
The reverse side of the coin showcases the portrait of HM King Charles III, designed by Dan Thorne. It also includes 'AUSTRALIA' – the country of issue, '100 DOLLARS' – the face value of the coin, '1 OZ 9999 Au' – the weight and purity, and 'CHARLES III' – the name of the king.
 

Gold Lunar III Year of the Snake coin

The Gold Lunar "Year of the Snake" Coin is a valuable component of the prestigious Gold Lunar Series, issued by the Perth Mint in Australia. The year 2025 celebrates the Year of the Snake in the Chinese zodiac. The Chinese zodiac is a system of twelve-year cycles, with each year represented by an animal symbol.
 
Each coin in this series is meticulously designed with detailed representations of one of the twelve animals within the Chinese zodiac. The Gold Lunar Series is released annually by the Perth Mint and is renowned for its high quality, detailed finish, and limited mintage. These coins are sought after by both collectors and investors for their unique design and collectible value.
 

Other formats and qualities

We offer various Gold Lunar coins in different sizes and years. Explore our selection of gold Lunar coins and gold Lunar proof coins.