The 2006 1 oz Australia Gold Lunar Dog BU – Series I, struck by the Perth Mint from 99.99% pure gold, celebrates the Year of the Dog with a detailed Labrador Retriever design and the Chinese character for "Dog." As part of the original Lunar Series launched in 1996, this limited-mintage coin combines cultural heritage, numismatic artistry, and a Brilliant Uncirculated finish, making it a prized collectible that honors both ancient tradition and modern minting excellence.
The 1/4 oz Australia Gold Wildlife Coin, struck from 99.99% pure gold by the renowned Perth Mint, showcases Australia’s iconic animals in exquisite detail. With limited mintage and legal tender status, this coin continues the Mint’s legacy—established in 1899—of blending exceptional artistry, purity, and heritage, making it a prized collectible that celebrates the continent’s unique wildlife.
