Semi-Numismatic
2018 Australia 1/2 oz Silver Lunar Dog BU (Colorized)
Vivid color adds depth to the impeccable detail that customers have come to expect from Perth Mint. This 1/2 oz Silver coin offers an opportunity to own supremely minted .9999 fine Silver at a great price. These magnificent silver coins celebrate the Year of the Dog, the 11th animal in the 12-year cycle of the Chinese zodiac. A landmark coin series of the highest regard, the Perth Lunars package beautiful designs and universal appeal all in one program.
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Coin highlights
- Contains 1/2 oz of .9999 fine silver.
- Each coin comes in a protective plastic capsule.
- Obverse: Portrays the Ian Rank-Broadley likeness of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, surrounded by the date, face value and Silver weight and purity.
- Reverse: The design is shown in full color and features a German Shepherd and pup lying in grass with Chinese peony flowers in the background. The Chinese character for "dog" and the inscription "Year of the Dog" also appear in the design with The Perth Mint's traditional "P" mint mark.
- Sovereign coin backed by the Australian government. FMV Gold is an authorized distributor of Perth Mint products, allowing FMV Gold to get coins directly from the Perth Mint and pass them along to you. This Year of the Dog coin would make a great addition to any lunar collection. Add this spectacular 2018 1/2 oz Silver Year of the Dog Colorized coin to your cart today! Struck by the historic Perth Mint from .9999 fine Silver, each coin's Australian legal tender status guarantees its weight and purity. The birth dates for people ruled by the Chinese Lunar dog include 1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006 and 2018. Those born under the influence of this sign are said to be loyal, amiable, kind and friendly.
Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Year | 2018 |
| Mint mark | P - Perth |
| Grade | Brilliant Unc |
| Legal-tender face value | 50 Cents |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.5000 troy oz |
| Purity | .9999 |
| Diameter | 36.6 mm |
| Thickness | 2.3 mm |
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