Set of 3 Perth Mint: Lunar III - Year of the Goat Silver Coins 3.5 oz Silver 2027 Proof
Set of 3 Perth Mint Silver Coins: Lunar III – Year of the Goat 3.5 oz Silver 2027 Proof
Set of 3 Perth Mint Silver Coins: Lunar III – Year of the Goat 3.5 oz Silver 2027 Proof is an exclusive collection comprising three coins struck from 3.5 oz of 999.9 fine silver in proof quality. The set includes coins weighing 2 oz, 1 oz, and 1/2 oz, belonging to the prestigious Lunar III series issued by the Australian mint The Perth Mint. With a limited mintage of just 1,000 sets, this set is a truly exceptional offering for collectors.
Year of the Goat in the Lunar III Series
The set’s main theme refers to the Year of the Goat according to the Chinese lunar calendar. In keeping with tradition, the Goat symbolizes gentleness, creativity, compassion, and perseverance. The design, inspired by the saying “Three Goats Bring Bliss”, alludes to the arrival of spring, the rebirth of nature, and auspicious new beginnings, making the set a unique symbol of luck and prosperity.
Limited Collector’s Issue
Each coin has been crafted from the highest quality silver with a purity of 99.99% and features a striking proof finish. The reverse was designed by Natasha Muhl, while the obverse bearing the official effigy of King Charles III was designed by Dan Thorne. The set includes coins with diameters of 50.80 mm, 40.90 mm, and 32.60 mm, creating a cohesive and impressive collection from one of the world’s most highly regarded numismatic series.
Coin Design
Obverse: Each coin features the official portrait of His Majesty King Charles III by Dan Thorne. The design also includes information on the face value, weight, and silver fineness appropriate to each denomination.
Reverse: All coins depict an adult goat, a young goat, and a kid peacefully grazing against the backdrop of a blossoming plum tree, symbolizing purity, perseverance, and hope. The composition is complemented by the Chinese character for “Goat,” the inscription GOAT 2027, and The Perth Mint’s “P” mintmark.