Perth Mint Lunar Snake 1/10oz 9999 Gold Coin

Celebrate the mystery and wisdom of the Chinese zodiac with the 2013 1/10 oz Gold Lunar Year of the Snake Coin, issued by the prestigious Perth Mint as part of its renowned Lunar Series II. Struck from .9999 fine gold, this fractional coin honors the Year of the Snake, symbolizing the birth years 2013, 2001, 1989, and others—associated in Chinese tradition with intuition, elegance, and intelligence.

The reverse of the coin showcases a beautifully detailed image of a snake coiled among native foliage, accompanied by the inscription “Year of the Snake”, the Chinese character for snake, and the Perth Mint’s iconic ‘P’ mintmark. On the obverse, you’ll find the classic effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Ian Rank-Broadley, along with inscriptions denoting the coin’s weight, purity, and its face value of $15 AUD.

With its refined design, compact size, and high gold purity, this coin is a perfect addition for both new collectors and enthusiasts aiming to complete the Lunar Series set.

Coin Highlights

• Limited mintage of only 23,700 coins
• Contains 1/10 troy oz of .9999 fine gold
• Officially minted by the Perth Mint
• Legal tender with a face value of $15 AUD, backed by the Australian government
• Obverse:
  Features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Ian Rank-Broadley, along with the coin’s denomination, weight, and purity.
• Reverse:
  Depicts a snake curled among grass and bamboo, symbolizing the Year of the Snake. The design includes the Chinese character for 'snake', the inscription ‘Year of the Snake’, and the Perth Mint’s 'P' mintmark.