The 2008 1 oz Australia Gold Lunar Mouse BU – Series II is the inaugural release of the Perth Mint’s celebrated Lunar Series II, honoring the Year of the Mouse with a detailed design symbolizing prosperity and intelligence. Struck in .9999 fine gold and limited in mintage, this brilliant uncirculated coin features Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse and a mouse among wheat on the reverse, blending cultural significance, numismatic appeal, and the Perth Mint’s renowned craftsmanship into a prized collectible with legal tender status in Australia.
The 1996 1 oz Australia Gold Lunar Rat BU – Series I marks the historic debut of the Perth Mint’s acclaimed Lunar Series, celebrating the Year of the Rat with an intricate design in .9999 fine gold. With its limited mintage, brilliant uncirculated finish, and status as the first release in the series, this coin stands out for its exceptional purity, collectible appeal, and cultural significance in honoring the Chinese zodiac.
