2018 1oz Silver Proof Coin - YEAR OF THE DOG

Australian Lunar Silver Coin Series II

A certificate accompanies a 1oz coin from the Australian Lunar Silver Coin Series II - 2018 Year of the Dog.  Struck by the Perth Mint from 99.99% pure silver in proof quality, the coin is issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965.

The birth dates for people ruled by the Chinese Lunar Dog include 1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006 and 2018.  Those born under the influence of this signed are said to be loyal, amiable, kind and friendly.

The reverse of the coin depicts a German Shepherd Dog and pup lying in grass with Chinese Peony flowers in the background.  The Chinese character for "dog" and the inscription "Year of the Dog" also appear in the design with The Perth Mint's traditional "P" mintmark.

The Ian Rank-Broadley efficgy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the 2018 year-date and the monetary denomination are shown on the coin's obverse.

ISSUE LIMIT - The Perth Mint will release no more that 5,000 of the 2018 Year of the Dog 1oz Silver Proof Coin in individual packaging.

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