This magnificent platinum coin celebrates the Year of the Snake, the sixth of twelve animals associated with the ancient Chinese lunar calendar.According to Chinese tradition, the emperor ordered a great race between all the animals on earth to determine who should occupy 12 positions in the lunar calendar. To complete the course, each animal had to cross a fastflowing river. In pursuit of the fifth placed dragon, the horse was unnerved by the sight of a snake wrapped around its hoof. As it reared in fright, the snake uncoiled itself and slithered over the line to claim sixth place.Those born under the sign of the Chinese Lunar Snake in 2025, 2013, 2001, 1989 and every 12th preceding year are said to be wise, intelligent, independent, and charming. Being passionate and articulate, they are also thought to make great leaders.
The Perth Mint will produce no more than 5,000 of 2025 Year of the Snake 1oz Platinum Bullion coins. Production will cease when the mintage is fully sold or at the end of the series, whichever comes first. Due to the low mintage of the 1oz size, it is highly sought-after and is sure to sell out fast.Meticulously struck from 99.99% pure platinum, this coin is issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965.
The coin’s reverse portrays a snake curled among bamboo stems. Included in the design is the Chinese character for ‘snake’, the inscription ‘SNAKE 2025’, and The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark.This is the first lunar coin’s obverse bears the Dan Thorne effigy of His Majesty King Charles III, as well as the weight, fineness, and the monetary denomination