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Founded in 1896 as a branch to the British Royal Mint, The Perth Mint today is one of the largest minting plants globally, owned by the Western Australian government. Manufacturer of the iconic ‘Kangaroo’ gold and silver investment coins, Perth Mint also produce a popular lunar series and a range of sought-after collector coins.
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Meticulously crafted from 99.99% pure gold, this coin from The Australian Lunar Series III – 2025 Year of the Snake celebrates the sixth animal of the lunar zodiac.

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Auspicious animal symbol
Each animal of the lunar zodiac is said to bestow its dominant characteristics on those born during its rule. The sixth of 12 auspicious animal symbols, the snake confers wisdom, intelligence, independence, and charm on those born under its influence in 2025, 2013, 2001, 1989, 1977 and every 12th preceding year.
Year of the Snake design
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.
H.M. King Charles III effigy
The coin’s obverse bears the Dan Thorne effigy of His Majesty King Charles III, as well as the weight, fineness, and the monetary denomination.
Legal Tender: Issued as Australian legal tender.
Security: Incorporates a micro-laser engraved letter within the design as a security feature.
Sizes: Available in various sizes, including 1/20 oz, 1/10 oz, 1/4 oz, 1/2 oz, 1 oz
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1/4 Troy Ounce l 7.77 grams
99.99% Fine Gold | 24ct
Coin
The Perth Mint
20.6 mm
2025
25 AUD
Newly Minted
Unlimited
Bullion
The Perth Mint - Australia
The Perth Mint
1-4OZ-XAU-PER-SNK-2025
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