Product Description
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2021 1/10oz Lunar Series III Year of the Ox Gold Coin
Product Overview
Celebrate the Year of the Ox with the 2021 1/10oz Lunar Series III Year of the Ox Gold Coin, an official release from The Perth Mint's highly regarded Lunar Series III collection. Struck from 99.99% pure gold, this beautifully crafted coin honours the second animal of the Chinese zodiac and continues one of Australia's most popular annual coin series.
According to Chinese mythology, the ox earned second place in the Emperor's Great Race, securing its position as the second sign of the lunar zodiac. Revered for qualities such as honesty, diligence, intelligence and reliability, the ox is a powerful symbol of strength and perseverance. Featuring a detailed reverse design and official Australian legal tender status, this fractional gold issue is an appealing addition for collectors, gift buyers and Lunar Series enthusiasts alike.
Key Features & Benefits
- Perth Mint Lunar Series III release celebrating the 2021 Year of the Ox.
- Struck from 99.99% pure gold.
- 1/10 Troy ounce fractional gold coin ideal for collectors and gifting.
- Features a strapping ox design rich in traditional symbolism.
- Bamboo motif symbolising virtue and integrity.
- Includes the Chinese character for Ox and the inscription "OX 2021".
- Official Perth Mint "P" mintmark featured on the reverse.
- Australian legal tender issue.
- Jody Clark effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse.
- Issued encapsulated for protection and display.
Design & Craftsmanship
The reverse depicts a strapping ox standing amid bamboo, a traditional symbol of virtue and resilience. The powerful design reflects the outstanding qualities associated with the Ox in Chinese culture, including strength, determination and dependability. Also incorporated into the design are the Chinese character for "Ox", the inscription "OX 2021", and The Perth Mint's iconic "P" mintmark.
The obverse features the Jody Clark effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, together with the coin's monetary denomination and status as Australian legal tender.
In Chinese mythology, the ox participated in the Emperor's Great Race, a legendary contest held to determine the order of the lunar zodiac. Finishing second, the ox became the second sign in the 12-year cycle and rules years including 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009 and 2021. People born under the sign of the Ox are said to be kind, hardworking, intelligent, calm, honest and reliable, making the Ox one of the most respected signs in the Chinese zodiac.
Authentication & Specifications
Year: 2021
Series: Perth Mint Lunar Series III
Theme: Year of the Ox
Mint: The Perth Mint
Metal: Gold
Purity: 99.99%
Weight: 1/10 Troy Ounce (3.11g)
Mintmark: Perth Mint "P" mintmark
Legal Tender: Australian legal tender
Packaging & Availability
Each coin is issued encapsulated, providing protection while allowing the intricate design details to be fully appreciated.
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