This 2017 Australia Year of the Rooster 1 oz Silver Lunar $1 Coin from the Royal Australian Mint (RAM) is available in scintillating GEM Brilliant Uncirculated condition. Coins struck with themes inspired by the Chinese Zodiac are exceedingly popular with collectors. The RAM was established in 1965 and is the only Mint in Australia that was not part of the British Royal Mint system. It is the sole producer of Australian circulating coinage. Each Year of the Rooster coin is struck on a .999 fine silver planchet and is guaranteed to contain 1 oz. silver.
Exciting Lunar-inspired Rooster design
The reverse of the coin features the image of a majestic Rooster, walking in a farm yard. In the background is some bamboo for texture in the design over which is superimposed the Chinese pictogram for "Rooster." The obverse features the familiar effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, as designed by British artist Ian Rank-Broadly.
GEM Brilliant Uncirculated Masterpiece for your collection
GEM Brilliant Uncirculated coins are fully struck Mint state coins. These coins are lustrous and feature magnificent eye appeal and original surfaces. They are free of large distractions and are sought by collectors at every level of the hobby.
Additional Info
Year | 2017 |
Metal Content | 1 oz |
Denomination | $1 |
Purity | 999 |
Condition | Brilliant Uncirculated |
Country | Australia |
Manufacturer | Royal Australian Mint |
Mintage | 500,000 |
Diameter (mm) | 40 |
Edge | Reeded |
Inner Packaging | 25 |