Perth Mint: Lunar III - Year of the Snake coloured 1000 gram Silver 2025 Gold Privy Mark

The Perth Mint Bullion Coin: Lunar III - Year of the Snake 1000 Grams Silver 2025 is the sixth release in the Lunar III series. Previous coins in the series include the 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 Lunar series is inspired by the 12 animals representing the Chinese lunar calendar. The year 2025 belongs to the snake and is seen as a time of deep reflection, wisdom, and inner growth. Additionally, the reverse features a 1-gram gold insert as a "privy mark."

The coin is struck from Ag.9999 silver, weighing 1000 grams, with a diameter of 100.9 mm. The coins are produced by the renowned precious metals manufacturer, The Perth Mint. The coin is guaranteed by the Australian government for its legality and origin of metal and is considered legal tender in the issuing country. The coin is characterized by a security feature in the form of a micro-engraved letter on the reverse side.

Obverse of the Year of the Snake coin features the likeness of King Charles III of Great Britain and the inscriptions "CHARLES III," "AUSTRALIA." Additionally, the obverse includes information about the coin's nominal value, weight, and metal purity.

Reverse depicts a Chinese snake. The reverse also features a pure gold insert showcasing the Chinese character for "snake," the inscription "SNAKE 2025," and the letter "P," the mintmark of The Perth Mint.