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2009 2 oz Silver Lunar Ox BU Australian Perth Mint
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2009 2 oz Silver Lunar Ox BU Australian Perth Mint
Celebrate strength, determination, and prosperity with the 2009 2 oz Silver Lunar Ox BU Coin, struck by the world-renowned Perth Mint of Australia. Containing 2 troy ounces of .999 fine silver, this Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) coin honors the Year of the Ox, the second animal in the Chinese Zodiac cycle. With its superb craftsmanship, symbolic design, and limited mintage, the 2009 Lunar Ox stands as a prized addition to any precious metals or world coin collection.
The Lunar Series by the Perth Mint began in 1996 with the Lunar Series I, inspired by the Chinese Zodiac, which features twelve animals, each representing a year in a repeating cycle. Due to overwhelming global popularity, the Lunar Series II launched in 2008, offering larger, more detailed designs and a variety of weights in both gold and silver.
Each coin in the series celebrates the rich traditions of Chinese astrology and the unique traits associated with each zodiac sign. These coins are not only admired for their artistic beauty and cultural depth, but also for their limited mintages, high silver purity, and investment appeal. The 2009 Year of the Ox coin was the second release in the Lunar Series II, symbolizing endurance, loyalty, and stability — values that define the Ox in Chinese culture.
Coin Features:
- Limited mintage of 18,570
- Made from .999 fine silver with a weight of 2 troy ounces
- Brilliant Uncirculated Condition
- Struck by the Perth Mint
- Face value of $2 (AUD), backed by the Australian government
- Obverse: Showcases the renowned effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Inscriptions: “2009”, “Elizabeth II”, “Australia”, “2 DOLLARS”, along with the weight and purity
- Reverse: Showcases a beautifully detailed ox standing beside its calf, set against a pastoral landscape. The Chinese character for “Ox” and the inscription “Year of the Ox” complete the design
The 2009 2 oz Silver Lunar Ox BU Coin from the Australian Perth Mint beautifully blends ancient Chinese tradition with modern minting excellence. Its intricate detail, cultural symbolism, and limited production make it a must-have for collectors of lunar-themed coins and investors seeking silver with historical and artistic value.
Discover this and other Lunar Series coins — including the Year of the Tiger, Dragon, and Horse — along with the latest Perth Mint silver releases available now at Bullion Exchanges.
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