These 2023 Year of the Rabbit Perth Mint Australian Lunar 10 oz Gold Bullion Coins are part of the Perth Mint's 2023 Year of the Rabbit Collection. The rabbit is the fourth release in their Lunar Series III.
We can usually source these coins from the Perth Mint. If you are interested in this coin, please contact us.
This gold bullion coin is struck in 24 carat gold / .9999 fineness, and has a face value of 1000 Australian Dollars. Additionally, each of these coins contain 10 troy ounces of the precious metal and comes issued in a protective capsule.
The obverse of these coins shows Queen Elizabeth II fifth portrait by Jody Clark, and may be one of the last Australian coins to feature her majesty after her passing.
We have more 2023 gold lunar rabbit coins and 2023 silver lunar rabbit coins available. View the full 2023 Year of the Rabbit Series.
The lunar year of the rabbit officially begins on 22nd January 2023. The rabbit is the fourth animal in the Chinese zodiac. Those born during the rabbit zodiac sign are regarded as being creative, intelligent, compassionate and vigilant.
The reverse of the coin features a security feature, comprising of a micro-engraved letter within the design. It is only detectable under a magnifying glass.
The Perth Mint introduced their lunar coin series in 1996, starting with the gold Year of the Rat. The silver series began in 1999 with the Year of the Rabbit.
Each coin celebrates a different Chinese zodiac sign, with each cycle lasting 12 years. Since the lunar coins were introduced they have proven to be highly collectable, with most sizes selling out very quickly.
The Perth Mint's third series of lunar coins began with the 2020 Year of the Mouse (Rat).
The obverse shows the fifth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, by Jody Clark and includes the inscription:
ELIZABETH II AUSTRALIA 10oz 9999 Au 1000 DOLLARS
The reverse illustrates a leaping rabbit in the long grass, looking back upon itself. It was designed by Ing Ing Jong.
兔 RABBIT 2023
The Perth Mint's mintmark "P" is visible to the bottom right-hand side of the reverse.
Metal | Gold |
Weight / Size | 10 Ounce |
Gold Weight Troy Ounces | 10 |
Fineness / Carat | 0.9999 / 24 |
Date | 2023 |
Obverse Designer | Jody Clark |
Reverse Designer | Ing Ing Jong |
Issuing Monarch | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
Mint / Brand | Perth Mint |
Country | Australia |
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Bullion coins are provided as is and on occasion may have some minor scratches or edge knocks. These are not regarded as faulty or damaged goods as their precious metal content and value as a bullion coin is not affected. Any coin sold for a value less than a 180% intrinsic is considered a bullion coin.
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