Singapore: Year of the Snake 1 oz Gold 1989
Year of the Snake 1 oz Gold 1989 Proof is an elegant coin issued by the Singapore Mint to honor the Year of the Snake in the Chinese lunar calendar. The Proof-Like version features a mirrored finish that highlights details and gives the coin a unique shine. Obverse: Four Chinese characters meaning “kind expression,” surrounded by the inscription “REPUBLIC OF SINGAPORE,” the face value, year of issue, weight, and metal purity. Reverse: A symbolic depiction of a snake coiling around a female figure, combining mythology and oriental art in a unique way. The coin weighs 1 troy ounce, is made of pure 9999 gold, has a diameter of 32.1 mm and thickness of 2.7 mm. The face value is 100 Singold. It is an attractive piece for collectors who appreciate rare, aesthetic, and symbolic issues.