Description
2016 Perth Mint Lunar Series II Year of the Monkey 2oz Silver Coin
The 2016 Perth Mint Lunar Year of the Monkey 2oz Silver Coin is part of the popular Australian Lunar Series II, celebrating the 12 animals of the traditional Chinese zodiac.
Struck from 2 troy ounce of 99.9% pure silver, this bullion-quality coin combines investment-grade precious metal with an attractive Lunar design. It was issued as Australian legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965.
Coin Highlights
- Year: 2016
- Series: Australian Lunar Series II
- Animal: Year of the Monkey
- Metal: Silver
- Weight: 2 troy ounce (62.207 grams)
- Purity: 99.9% pure silver
- Mint: The Perth Mint
- Legal Tender: $2 AUD
Design
The reverse depicts an adult monkey and a young monkey sitting together in a peach tree. The baby monkey holds a peach, a traditional Chinese symbol associated with longevity and immortality.
The design also features the Chinese character representing “Monkey”, the inscription YEAR OF THE MONKEY and The Perth Mint’s distinctive P mintmark.
The obverse features the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, together with the 2016 year-date and the coin’s monetary denomination.
Year of the Monkey
The Monkey is the ninth animal in the 12-year Chinese zodiac cycle. Previous and recent Years of the Monkey include 1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004 and 2016.
Those born under the Monkey sign are traditionally associated with characteristics such as intelligence, quick wit, optimism, ambition and adventurousness.
With its 2oz of .999 fine silver, Australian legal tender status and highly detailed Lunar design, the 2016 Year of the Monkey is an appealing addition to both silver bullion and Lunar coin collections.
Note: Stock may include coins purchased from the secondary market in good condition.
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