The Year of the Ox is one of the twelve animal signs in the Chinese zodiac, and it is associated with specific characteristics, symbolism, and cultural significance. The Chinese zodiac operates on a 12-year cycle, with each year being represented by a different animal sign. The second animal in the 12-year cycle is the ox. Today, 2009 2 oz Australian Silver Lunar Ox Coins are available online from JM Bullion.

Coin Highlights:

• Offered inside individual protective capsules!
• 2^nd year in the Zodiac cycle!
• 11^th and penultimate release of the Lunar Series I silver collection!
• Total mintage of 6,465 coins!
• Contains 2 Troy oz of .999 pure silver.
• The face value of $2 (AUD) is fully backed by the Australian government.
• On the obverse is Queen Elizabeth II.
• The reverse features a male ox.

The Lunar Series I gold series had ended in 2007, with a new collection of gold and silver coins debuting with Lunar Series II in 2008. However, since Lunar Series I silver coins weren’t introduced until 1999, Perth Mint ran the last few issues concurrently with the new Lunar Series II program. This included the 2008, 2009, and 2010 issues.

All of these 2009 2 oz Australian Silver Lunar Ox Coins are available from Lunar Series I and come with individual protective capsules. The Lunar Ox is second in the 12-year cycle of the Zodiac, but appeared 11^th in the Lunar Series I collection of silver coins.

On the obverse of 2009 Australian Silver Lunar Ox Coins, you will find a right-profile bust of Queen Elizabeth II. Her Majesty is shown here in a 1998 design from Ian Rank-Broadley that includes the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara.

The reverse side of 2009 2 oz Silver Lunar Ox Coins comes with a depiction of a male ox. The ox is known for its diligence, hard work, and reliability. It is considered a symbol of perseverance and determination.

Please contact JM Bullion with any questions about silver for sale. You can call us at 800-276-6508, chat with us online, or email us directly.