2018 50c Australian Lunar Year of the Dog 1/2oz Silver Proof Coin

2018 50c Australian Lunar Year of the Dog 1/2oz Silver Proof CoinIn 2018, The Perth Mint's internationally renowned Australian Lunar Silver Proof Coin Series II celebrates the Year of the Dog, the eleventh animal in the 12-year cycle of the Chinese zodiac.The birth date 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 sign are said to be loyal, amiable, kind and friendly.Struck from 99.9% pure silver in proof quality, no more than 8,000 1/2oz Silver Proof Coins will be released worldwide in this packaging.The reverse of each coin features 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 coin's obverse features Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II effigy sculpted by Ian Rank-Broadley, the 2018 year-date and the monetary denomination are shownon reach coin's reverse.Each coin is packaged in a stylish red and black presentation case and themed shipper, accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.Each coin is issued as Australian legal tender under the AustralianCurrency Act 1965.Specifications :Denomination :    50cQuality :              ProofMetal :                SilverWeight :              15.553 gmsDiameter :           36.60 mmMintage :             8,000 (Issue Limit)COA :                 Perth Mint Official Packaging