2027 $5 Year of the Goat 1oz Fine Silver Proof Domed Coin

2027 $5 Year of the Goat Fine Silver Proof Domed Coin

To celebrate the Lunar Year of the Goat, the Royal Australian Mint has released this 2027 $5 Fine Silver Proof Domed Coin.

Lunar New Year is celebrated across the world, with coins considered auspicious gifts.

Each year of Sheng Xiao, the Chinese Zodiac, is represented by one of twelve animals. Each creature's unique characteristics are said to be shared by those born under their sign.

People born in the Year of the Goat are believed to be gentle, empathetic and creative.  

Famous international Goats include entrepreneur and philanthropist Bill Gates, tennis plater Carlos Alcaraz, and musicians Norah Jones and Ed Sheeran. Well know Australia Goats includes actress Nicole Kidman and musician Tina Arena.

The Chinese calendar also rotates through the elements of earth, fire, water, metal and wood as part of a larger 60-year cycle.

2027 is the Year of the Fire Goat, the fire element is said to further amplify the natural traits of the Goat.

It will make an auspicious gift or collectible for Lunar New Year.

Eighth release in the Mint's prestigious Lunar Series.

Coin reverse features the gentle Goat, with the obverse featuring the Daniel Thorne effigy of His Majesty King Charles III, surrounded by the lunar calendar wheel (with the Goat at the top of the wheel)

1oz of fine silver in a magnificent domed proof finish.

Presented in a display case with outer box with Certificate of Authenticity

Issued as Australian Legal Tender

Denomination :   $5

Quality :             Proof

Metal :               99.9% Pure Silver

Weight :            1oz

Diameter :         39.62 mm

Mintage :           7,500

Certificate of Authenticity : Royal Australian Mint Certificate of Authenticity