2013 1/10 oz $15 Gold Australian Lunar Year of the Snake (Series II)

2013 1/10 oz $15 Gold Australian Lunar Year of the Snake (Series II)

Honor the mystique and wisdom of the Chinese zodiac with the 2013 1/10 oz Gold Lunar Year of the Snake Coin, issued by the Perth Mint as part of its acclaimed Lunar Series II. Struck from .9999 fine gold, this fractional coin represents the Year of the Snake, celebrating those born in 2013, 2001, 1989, and other snake years—symbols of intuition, grace, and intelligence in Chinese tradition.

This beautifully crafted 1/10 oz gold coin features an intricately detailed snake coiled among native foliage on the reverse, along with the inscription “Year of the Snake” and the corresponding Chinese character. The obverse bears the regal effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Ian Rank-Broadley, along with the coin’s weight, purity, and face value of $15 AUD.

Its compact size, high purity, and elegant design make this coin ideal for both beginning collectors and those building out a complete Lunar Series set.

Coin Highlights:

• Limited mintage of 23,700 coins
• Made from .9999 fine gold with a weight of 1/10 troy oz
• Brilliant Uncirculated condition
• Minted by the renowned Perth Mint.
• $15 (AUD) face value
• Sovereign coin backed by the Australian government.
• Obverse: The portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the monetary denomination are shown.
• Reverse: Features a snake curled amongst grass and bamboo shoots. The Chinese character for ‘snake’ and the inscription ‘Year of the Snake’ also appear in the design with The Perth Mint’s traditional ‘P’ mintmark

A superb example of symbolic artistry and refined minting, the 2013 1/10 oz Gold Lunar Year of the Snake Coin makes a thoughtful gift, portfolio diversifier, or zodiac keepsake. You can also explore other gold and silver releases from the Perth Mint Lunar Series II to complete your collection of the 12 Chinese zodiac signs.