1/10 oz Gold Australian Lunar Series III Snake 2025

1/10 Ounce Gold Lunar III Snake 2025

The Lunar Series III from the Perth Mint in Australia honors the 12 zodiac signs of the Chinese lunar calendar in its coin collection. Each animal is said to bestow its characteristic traits on those born in its respective year.

The sixth animal in this series is the snake, symbolizing wisdom, intelligence, independence, and charm.

For those born in 2025, 2013, 2001, 1989, 1977, and every 12th year before, the Perth Mint offers an impressive collector’s coin. The gold coins of the Lunar Series III are sought after not only for their precious metal value but also for their artistic design.

These coins combine high-quality craftsmanship and cultural symbolism, making them popular among investors and collectors worldwide.

Obverse

The obverse of the gold coin features a detailed depiction of a snake winding around bamboo stems. The design includes the Chinese character for “snake,” the inscription “SNAKE 2025,” and the Perth Mint’s “P” mintmark. The letters SR at the bottom edge stand for the designer Sean Rogers.

Reverse

The reverse of the coin displays a portrait of British King Charles III, designed by artist Dan Thorne. The surrounding inscription includes the words “CHARLES III AUSTRALIA,” the weight and purity “1/10oz 9999 Au,” and the coin’s denomination “15 DOLLARS.”