Perth Mint: Lunar III - Year of the Snake 2 oz Silver 2025 Antiqued Coin

Perth Mint: Lunar III - Year of the Snake 2 Ounces Silver 2025 Antiqued Coin is the sixth release in the Lunar III series. Previous coins in the series include Year of the Mouse 2020, Year of the Ox 2021, Year of the Tiger 2022, Year of the Rabbit 2023, and Year of the Dragon 2024. The year 2025 belongs to the snake and is regarded as a time of deep reflection, wisdom, and inner growth. Snakes are reputed to be philosophical thinkers, patient, and contemplative. The Chinese zodiac sign of the snake corresponds to the years: 1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013, and 2025.

The coin is struck from Ag.9999 silver, with a weight of 2 troy ounces and a diameter of 40.69 mm, in an antiqued finish. The coins are issued by the renowned precious metals producer, The Perth Mint. This piece is guaranteed by the Australian government for the legality and origin of the metal and is legal tender in the issuing country. The coin features security in the form of a micro-engraved letter on the reverse side.

Obverse of the Year of the Snake coin displays a portrait of King Charles III of Great Britain, along with the inscriptions "CHARLES III" and "AUSTRALIA." Additionally, the obverse contains details about the coin’s nominal value, weight, and metal purity.

Reverse depicts a Chinese snake. The reverse also includes the Chinese character for "snake," the inscription "SNAKE 2025," and the letter "P," denoting The Perth Mint.