The Lunar Series II collection from the Perth Mint is one of the most recognizable modern silver bullion programs. Each coin in the twelve-year series contains one ounce of .999 fine silver and highlights a different animal from the Chinese Zodiac calendar. These coins combine precious metal value with artistic designs that reflect the traditions and symbolism of the zodiac cycle. Right now, 2013 1 oz Australian Silver Lunar Snake Privy Coins are available from BullionMax.

Coin Highlights:

• Comes with an individual protective capsule!
• 6th issue in the Lunar Series II program!
• Celebrates the Year of the Snake!
• Distinctive Lion Privy mark!
• Final mintage of 56,241 coins!
• Contains 1 troy oz of .999 pure silver.
• The face value of $1 (USD) is backed by the Australian government.
• On the obverse is Queen Elizabeth II.
• The reverse features the Lunar Snake design and Lion Privy.
• Bears a P mint mark.

The Year of the Snake began in February 2013 and holds special meaning in Chinese astrology. The snake is often connected with qualities such as wisdom, intuition, and patience. Those born in this zodiac year are commonly believed to be thoughtful and observant, with a calm and analytical approach to life. As the sixth animal in the Chinese Zodiac cycle, the snake is also seen as a symbol connected to renewal and transformation.

Each 2013 1 oz Australian Silver Lunar Snake Lion Privy Coin is packaged in an individual protective capsule. Although the Perth Mint originally set a maximum mintage of 100,000 coins for the 2013 release, the total number sold was much lower. By the end of the sales period, the final mintage reached 56,241 coins.

On the obverse of the 2013 Australian Silver Lunar Snake Coin is the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II. This portrait was created by Ian Rank-Broadley and represents the fourth-generation design used on many Commonwealth coin issues. The right-facing image shows Her Majesty wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara, one of the most recognizable elements featured in modern royal coin portraits.

The reverse of the 2013 1 oz Silver Lunar Snake Lion Privy Coin displays a carefully engraved snake coiled in a graceful position. The design captures the flowing shape and textured scales of the serpent while reflecting the quiet symbolism often associated with the animal in Chinese culture. Subtle background details add depth to the image while keeping the snake as the central focal point of the coin.

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