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The Year of the Snake begins in 2025, ushering in the sixth animal of the 12-year Chinese Zodiac cycle. This particular year carries extra significance as it marks the Year of the Wood Snake, a rare occurrence that happens only once every 60 years. Perth Mint’s Lunar Series III expands far beyond its Brilliant Uncirculated offerings, presenting collectors with an array of captivating designs, including proof, colorized, antique, and high-relief variations. Right now, 2025 1 oz Australian Silver Lunar Snake Coins with a gilded finish are available online at Bullion Metals.

Coin arrives in a classic Perth display with a themed box and a Certificate of Authenticity!6th design in the Lunar Series III collection!24-karat gilded design on the reverse!Limited issue of only 23,500 gilded specimens for individual sale!Contains 1 Troy oz of .9999 pure silver.Bears a face value of $1 (AUD) backed by the federal government of Australia.The obverse features King Charles III.On the reverse is a depiction of a snake.

Coin arrives in a classic Perth display with a themed box and a Certificate of Authenticity!

6th design in the Lunar Series III collection!

24-karat gilded design on the reverse!

Limited issue of only 23,500 gilded specimens for individual sale!

Contains 1 Troy oz of .9999 pure silver.

Bears a face value of $1 (AUD) backed by the federal government of Australia.

The obverse features King Charles III.

On the reverse is a depiction of a snake.

Each 2025 1 oz Australian Silver Lunar Snake Coin is presented in a plastic capsule with a Certificate of Authenticity included. These coins have a 24-karat gilded finish applied to the snake design on the reverse. Perth Mint has set the total mintage for these coins at 25,000, with only 23,500 offered individually in individual packaging.

During Snake years, Chinese tradition suggests paying particular attention to academic pursuits and spiritual development. The Snake’s attributes of patience and acute perception are thought to enhance scholarly activities. Historical records show that many important Chinese philosophical works and educational reforms were initiated during Snake years, perhaps drawing upon the zodiac animal’s association with wisdom and enlightenment.

On the obverse side of the 2025 Australian Silver Lunar Snake Coins, you’ll find the debut effigy of His Majesty King Charles III. Created by Dan Thorne specifically for Perth Mint and Australian coinage, this left-facing portrait presents King Charles III without a crown, continuing the tradition of detailed and dignified monarch depictions on the nation’s coinage.

The reverse design of the 2025 1 oz Silver Lunar Snake Coins showcases a beautifully detailed image of a coiled snake. Positioned in a guarded pose, the snake rests beneath low-hanging foliage, while mountains rise in the distance beyond a small body of water. This intricate design highlights the natural beauty and symbolism associated with the snake in Chinese culture.