2025 1/4oz Lunar Series III Year of the Snake Gold Proof Coin in Presentation Box

Product Overview

The 2025 1/4oz Perth Mint Lunar Snake Gold Proof Coin celebrates the sixth animal of the Chinese lunar calendar with exceptional craftsmanship and an elegant proof finish.

Struck by The Perth Mint from 1/4 troy ounce of 99.99% pure gold, this collectible coin forms part of the renowned Australian Lunar Series III. Featuring the 2025 Year of the Snake design and a limited maximum mintage of 3,500 coins, it is presented in a premium display case with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Key Features & Benefits

• Contains 1/4 troy ounce of 99.99% pure gold
• Struck by The Perth Mint in proof quality
• Sixth annual release in the Australian Lunar Series III
• Features the 2025 Year of the Snake design
• Australian legal tender with a face value of AUD $25
• Limited maximum mintage of 3,500 coins
• Presented in a display case with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity
• Includes an illustrated Lunar Series III outer shipper

Design & Craftsmanship

The reverse portrays a snake curled among bamboo stems, celebrating the sixth animal of the Chinese lunar calendar. Included in the design are the Chinese character for "Snake", the inscription "SNAKE 2025", and The Perth Mint's "P" mintmark. The reverse was created by Perth Mint artist Sean Rogers.

The obverse features the Dan Thorne effigy of His Majesty King Charles III, together with the coin's weight, purity, year-date and monetary denomination.

In Chinese lunar tradition, the snake is associated with wisdom, intelligence, independence and charm, making this annual release a popular addition to Perth Mint's acclaimed Australian Lunar Series III.

Authentication & Specifications

Mint: The Perth Mint
Country: Australia
Year: 2025
Metal: Gold
Purity: 99.99% (9999)
Gold Content: 1/4 Troy Ounce
Finish: Proof
Denomination: AUD $25
Legal Tender: Australian Legal Tender
Series: Australian Lunar Series III
Maximum Mintage: 3,500
Packaging: Presentation case with numbered Certificate of Authenticity and illustrated outer shipper

Packaging & Availability

Each coin is housed in a protective capsule and presented in a premium Perth Mint display case. It is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity and an illustrated Lunar Series III outer shipper, making it ideal for display, collecting or gifting.