2013 Perth Mint (P) Australia Silver Year of the Snake 5 Ounce (oz) Proof
The certificate of authenticity accompanies this 5oz silver proof coin from the Australian Lunar Series II -- 2013 Year of the Snake. Struck by The Perth Mint from 99.9% 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 snake include 1905, 1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001 and 2013.
Those born under the influence of this sign are said to be intelligent, graceful, independent, analytical and charming.
The reverse of the coin depicts a representation of a snake curled around a tree branch. The Chinese character for 'snake' and the inscription 'Year of the Snake' also appear in the design with The Perth Mint's traditional 'P' mintmark.
The Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the 2013 year-date are shown on the coin's obverse.
The Perth Mint will release no more than 5,000 of these Australian Lunar Series II -- 2013 Year of the Snake 5oz Silver Proof Coins.
| Specifications: |
| Silver Content: |
5 Troy Ounces |
| Monetary Denomination: |
8 AUD |
| Fineness: |
99.9% Pure |
| Minimum Gross Weight: |
155.673g |
| Maximum Diameter: |
65.60mm |
| Maximum Thickness: |
5.80mm |
| Designer: |
Thomas Vaughan |
| Maximum Mintage: |
5,000 |
