The 2015 5 oz Australian Silver Year of the Goat Coin is the newest offering in the Perth Mints line of Lunar Series coins. With much anticipation, the Perth Mint has recently released these coins as part of their Lunar Series II. Each of these coins contain 5 troy ounces of .999 fine silver and an $8 AUD face value. These coins are now available in brand new, brilliant uncirculated condition and ship in their mint-sealed plastic coin capsules.
Coin Highlights:
- Contains 5 oz of .999 pure silver.
- Minted by the Perth Mint in Australia.
- Has an $8 AUD face value backed by the Australian government.
- Features a unique goat design as part of the Lunar Series.
- Available in Brilliant Uncirculated condition.
Designed by Natasha Muhl, the reverse side of the new Year of the Goat lunar coins shows three goats as they graze in a field. One appears to be feeding on the grass while the others are attentively staring off into the distance. Behind these three animals is a tree with the Chinese symbol for the goat inscribed above. Below are inscriptions for the Lunar year which read “Year of the Goat.”
The coin’s obverse, as designed by Ian Rank-Broadley, features the queen wearing her regal tiara. Above her profile image are inscriptions for her name and the country which reads “Elizabeth II Australia.” Below her are inscriptions for the coin’s weight, silver purity, minting year and face value. This information reads: “5 oz 999 Silver 2015 8 Dollars.”
Those who were born in the Chinese Year of the Goat, the 8th animal in the calendar, are believed to be artistic, kind-hearted, polite and clever. The Year of the Goat applies to those born in 1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003 and 2015. Aside from the coin’s artistic renditions and pure silver content, they can make for great gifts for friends or loved ones born in the Year of the Goat.
All coins are shipped in their original mint packaging and will be mailed in discreet packaging. As an added measure of protection, each package that we send out is fully insured and includes tracking with larger orders (over $500) requiring a signature confirmation. As these coins are only being minted in limited quantities be sure to order yours while supplies are still available. Click here to see historical Perth Silver Lunar Coins mintages.
If you have any questions about the 2015 5 oz Australian Silver Year of the Goat coin or any of our other products, don’t hesitate to call us at 800-276-6508. Our supportive staff is also available to provide assistance via live chat, email or online form submission. Be sure to view our other Perth Mint Year of the Goat coins which includes the 2015 1 oz Australian Silver Goat Coin and the 2015 10 oz Australian Silver Goat Coin.