2013 1/4 OZ PERTH MINT GOLD SNAKE (LUNAR SERIES)

Description

• Gold Content: Contains 1/4 troy ounce of .9999 fine gold, ensuring high purity for your investment.
• Design:
  • Obverse: Features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley, with inscriptions including “ELIZABETH II”, “AUSTRALIA”, “1/4 OZ 9999 GOLD”, and the year “2013”.
  • Reverse: Depicts a stunning design by Tony Dean of a snake coiled around, with its head raised, among foliage. The design incorporates the Chinese character for ‘snake’, the inscription “Year of the Snake”, and the Perth Mint’s “P” mint mark, symbolizing the snake’s attributes of wisdom, transformation, and mystique.
• Mint: Produced by the Perth Mint, renowned for its quality and commitment to the Lunar Series.
• Condition: Offered in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition, ensuring sharp details and a lustrous finish.
• Packaging: Typically comes in protective plastic flips or capsules to preserve its mint state.
• Legal Tender: Backed by the Australian Government with a nominal face value of 25 AUD, though its market value is significantly higher due to the gold content.
• Limited Mintage: The Lunar Series coins are minted in limited quantities each year, enhancing their rarity and collectibility.

• Cultural Significance: Each coin in the Lunar Series II tells a part of the Chinese zodiac story, making it not just an investment but a cultural artifact.
• Investment Potential: Gold from the Perth Mint is highly regarded for its purity, offering both a secure gold investment and potential for numismatic appreciation.
• Collector’s Item: The intricate design of the snake, combined with the coin’s high purity, makes it highly desirable for collectors of the Lunar Series or those born in the Year of the Snake.
• Artistic Merit: The artistic representation of the snake in its natural environment showcases the Perth Mint’s dedication to quality and detail, making this coin a piece of art.