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{{/presale}}The Perth Mint has earned its reputation for producing Lunar Series coins inspired by Chinese zodiac symbols. Each year, its colorized and proof coins are among the most sought-after releases. Right now, 2025 1/2 oz Colorized Australia Silver Year of the Snake Fu Prosperity Coins are available from BGASC.
Highlights:
Each 2025 1/2 oz Colorized Australian Silver Year of the Snake Fu Prosperity Coin is presented in an elegant card designed to celebrate the Lunar New Year. This card features red floral accents and a secure capsule at the center for the coin. Only 5,000 of these specially packaged coins will be released by Perth Mint.
Obverse
The obverse side of the 2025 Colorized Australian Silver Year of the Snake Coin showcases King Charles III. Created by Dan Thorne, this left-profile portrait is the first to feature King Charles III on Australian coins and depicts him without a crown.
Reverse
On the reverse, the Chinese character Fu, which signifies good fortune, takes center stage. The character is uniquely formed by the body of a snake, with vibrant colorization highlighting the design. This creative imagery reflects the snakes symbolic importance in Chinese culture as a sign of transformation and prosperity.
History
In Chinese astrology, the Snake is the sixth animal in the zodiac and is linked to characteristics like wisdom and elegance. People born in Snake years (such as 1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013, and 2025) are said to embody deep thought and intuition. The snakes shedding of its skin symbolizes renewal and transformation, aligning with themes of growth and positive change.
Ordering
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