Gold Coin Lunar I: Year of the Dog 1/10 oz Gold 2006

The Lunar I Gold Coin: Year of the Dog 1/10 oz Gold 2006 is an issue from the first Australian Lunar series, produced by The Perth Mint. The collection draws inspiration from the Chinese lunar calendar, in which each year is represented by one of the twelve zodiac animals. The year 2006 was dedicated to the Dog – a symbol of loyalty, honesty, courage, and devotion.

According to Chinese tradition, ადამიანები born in the Year of the Dog are seen as faithful, responsible, and trustworthy. They are characterized by a strong sense of justice, a willingness to help others, and loyalty to family and friends. This motif has long enjoyed great interest among both collectors and those seeking coins with symbolic meaning.

The coin was struck from 1/10 troy ounce of pure gold, fineness Au 9999. It has a diameter of 18.6 mm and a face value of 15 Australian dollars, making it official legal tender in Australia.

Obverse features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II together with her name, the issuing country, and the coin’s face value.

Reverse depicts an image of a dog, the patron animal of the year 2006 in the Chinese lunar calendar. The design is complemented by the Chinese character for the Year of the Dog, the year of issue, and information on the coin’s weight and gold purity.