2024 $1 Year of the Snake 1oz Silver Bullion Coin in Capsule

2024 $1 Year of the Snake 1oz Silver Bullion Coin in Capsule.

These magnificent silver coins celebrate The Year of the Snake, the 6th of twelve animals associated with the ancient Chinese lunar calender.

According to Chinese tradition, the emperor ordered a great race between all the animals on Earth to determine who should occupy 12 positions in the lunar calender. To complete the course each animal had to cross a fast-flowing river. In pursuit of the fifth placed dragon, the horse was unnerved by the sight of a snake wrapped around its hoof. As it reared in fright, the snake uncoiled itself and slithered over the line to claim sixth place.

Those born under the sign of the Chinese Lunar Snake in 2025, 2013, 2001, 1989 and every preceding year are said to be wise, intelligent, independent, and charming. Being passionate and articulate, they are also thought to make great leaders.

Struck by The Perth Mint from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver, each coin is issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965.

The Perth Mint will release no more than 300,000 of the Year of the Snake 2025 1oz silver bullion coins.

The coin's reverse features a coiled snake on the ground beneath hanging leaves. Included in the design is the Chinese character for 'Snake', the inscription 'SNAKE 2025', and The Perth Mint's 'P' mintmark.

The coin's obverse bears the Dan Thorne effigy of His Majesty King Charles III, as well as the weight, fineness, and the monetary denomination.

The Year of the Snake 2024 1oz Silver Bullion Coin is presented in an acrylic capsule.

Each coin's reverse includes a security feature in the form of a micro-laser engraved letter within the design. It is only detectable under a magnifying glass.

Denomination :   $1

Quality :             Bullion

Metal :               99.9% Pure Silver

Weight :            31.107 gms

Diameter :         40.90 mm

Mintage :           300,000

Certificate of Authenticity : Perth Mint Issue