2018 Year of the Dog Australian Lunar 10kg Silver Bullion Coin Pre-Owned

These 2018 Year of the Dog Australian Lunar 10kg Silver Bullion Pre-Owned Coins feature a reverse design by Ing Ing Jong. This design portrays a German Shepherd dog and its adorable pup nestled in lush grass, accompanied by elegant Chinese peony flowers gracing the backdrop. Above this display, the Chinese character for "Dog" proudly takes its place.

• Manufactured by Perth Mint
• 0.9999 fineness
• Only 100 coins minted
• Contains 321.51 troy ounces of the precious metal
• Diameter: 221.00mm

This coin has toning. This is a natural process which does not detract from the value of the coin. 

Who are the Perth Mint?

The Perth Mint, situated in Australia, is a well-established institution renowned for its expertise in crafting high-quality precious metal products. It is widely recognised for its impeccable reputation in producing a variety of bullion coins and bars, making it a trusted choice for collectors and investors globally.

Each year the Perth Mint's Lunar Series bullion coins are eagerly anticipated by collectors and investors looking for high quality bullion at low premiums above spot. You won't be disappointed in the 2018 designs. 

The fourth coinage effigy of Queen Elizabeth II appears on the obverse of the coin. This was designed by Ian Rank-Broadley.

The coin was designed by Perth Mint designer, Ing Ing Jong, and shows a German Shepherd dog, lying in the grass, alongside a puppy.

The Chinese character for ‘dog’ appears next to some Chinese peony flowers. The peony is the unofficial Chinese National Flower. It stands as a symbol of spring and female beauty and reproduction. It also represents richness, honour and high social class. ‘Year of the Dog’ is written underneath. The Perth Mint mintmark appears on the right of the design.