2015 1oz Australia Lunar Series II - Year of the Goat Coloured .999 Silver Proof Coin

Product Information

In 2015, we celebrate the eighth animal in the 12-year cycle of the Chinese zodiac. The birth dates for people ruled by the Chinese Lunar goat include 1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003 and 2015. Those born under the influence of this sign are said to be elegant, charming, artistic, gifted and calm.

Proof Quality 99.9% Pure Silver

Each coin is meticulously struck from 99.9% pure silver in proof quality. The 2015 silver releases are available as individual 1oz and 1/2oz coins.

2015 Year of the Goat Design in Colour

The reverse of each coin depicts a family of three coloured goats standing in a stylised rural scene. The Chinese character for goat and the inscription Year of the Goat also appear in the design, with The Perth Mints traditional P mintmark.

Australian Legal Tender

Issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965, the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the 2015 year-date, and the monetary denomination are shown on each coins obverse.

Limited Mintages

The Year of the Goat 1oz Silver Proof Coloured Edition has an issue limit of 9,000 from a maximum mintage of 10,000, while the 1/2oz has a maximum mintage of 10,000. 

Lunar Presentation Packaging and Numbered Certificates

Each coin is housed in a stylish red and black display case and illustrated lunar-themed shipper, and is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.