1/10oz Year of the Rooster Gold Coin – Perth Mint

Description

1/10oz Gold Lunar Year of the Rooster – Perth Mint

Celebrate the tenth sign of the Chinese zodiac with this beautifully crafted 1/10oz Gold Rooster Coin, part of The Perth Mint’s renowned Lunar Series II. Released in 2017, the coin honours the Year of the Rooster and is struck from 99.99% pure gold, combining precious metal appeal with cultural significance and numismatic interest.

• Metal: 99.99% Pure Gold (Au)
• Weight: 1/10 Troy Ounce (3.11 grams)
• Denomination: 15 Australian Dollars (Legal Tender)
• Diameter: 18.60 mm (approx.)
• Mint: The Perth Mint, Australia

Obverse Design:

Features the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Queen Elizabeth II wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara. Surrounding inscriptions include:
“ELIZABETH II AUSTRALIA 1/10oz 9999 GOLD 2017 15 DOLLARS”

Reverse Design:

Depicts a proud rooster walking amid bamboo reeds, symbolic of strength and diligence. The design includes:

• The Chinese character for rooster (雞)
• The inscription: “Year of the Rooster”
• The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark

Zodiac Significance:

Those born in the Year of the Rooster (including 2017, 2005, 1993, 1981, and earlier in 12-year intervals) are believed to be hardworking, honest, loyal, and sociable. This coin makes a meaningful gift for those born under this sign or a valuable addition to any lunar-themed collection.

Whether for investment, gifting, or collecting, this fractional gold coin from The Perth Mint offers both cultural richness and enduring value in a globally recognised format.

Note: Stock may include coins purchased from the secondary market in good condition.