2016 1/2 oz Australian Gold Lunar Monkey Coin (BU)
$2,550.00
The Perth Mint’s Lunar Series II program produced the Australian Gold Monkey Coin, a bullion product made from half a troy ounce of.9999 pure gold in brilliant uncirculated form. This government-backed gold coin, which features a realistic monkey design by Ing Ing Jong, is a desirable choice for investors and collectors alike since it blends outstanding gold purity with cultural symbolism.
Australian Lunar Monkey Gold Coin Series II (.9999 Fine Gold)
The Australian Lunar Monkey Gold Coin is part of the highly respected Perth Mint Lunar Series II, a 12-year program celebrating the animals of the Chinese Lunar Zodiac. This series follows the tremendous success of the original Lunar Series (1996–2007), which led the Perth Mint to relaunch the concept in 2008 with entirely new reverse designs and enhanced artistic detail.
Struck from .9999 fine gold and issued in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, this bullion coin offers exceptional purity, cultural significance, and global recognition.
Lunar Series II Heritage and Collectibility
A Continuation of a Beloved Lunar Tradition
The Lunar Series II program spans a full 12-year zodiac cycle, making each annual release an important part of a complete collectible set. The Year of the Monkey coin reflects the Perth Mint’s commitment to artistic excellence and precision minting, while maintaining the strong demand that Lunar gold coins enjoy worldwide.
This bullion issue may show minor surface marks or light variations in luster typical of Brilliant Uncirculated coins, but contains no wear from circulation.
Reverse Design Featuring the Monkey
Artwork by Ing Ing Jong
The reverse of the Australian Gold Monkey Coin features an elegant design by renowned Perth Mint artist Ing Ing Jong. Her artwork depicts a monkey seated in a peach tree, resting on its hind legs with a gently curled tail. The monkey turns its head backward to gaze at a ripe peach hanging from a branch above.
The peach is a traditional symbol of longevity and immortality in Chinese culture, adding deeper meaning and symbolism to this finely detailed design.
Obverse and Gold Specifications
The obverse of the coin features the official effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, along with inscriptions denoting weight, purity, and legal-tender status. Issued by the Australian government, the coin carries full sovereign backing and global trust.
Coin Specifications
- Metal: Gold
- Purity: .9999 fine gold
- Weight: 1/2 Troy oz
- Condition: Brilliant Uncirculated
- Face Value: $50 AUD
- Mint: Perth Mint
Each coin is delivered individually housed in a protective acrylic Perth Mint capsule, ensuring safe storage and long-term preservation.
Why Choose the Australian Gold Monkey Coin?
The Australian Gold Monkey Coin appeals to a wide range of buyers from collectors completing Lunar Series II sets to investors seeking fractional gold with strong liquidity. Its artistic reverse, cultural symbolism, and high-purity gold content make it a standout choice in the global gold bullion market.
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