Australian Lunar of Year the Monkey half oz proof silver coin 2016

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2016 Half ounce Year of The Monkey design of proof quality pure silver. Australian legal tender with limited issues in elegant packaging.

The reverse of each coin depicts an adult monkey and a baby monkey sitting in a peach tree. The baby is holding a peach, which is symbolic of longevity and immortality. The Chinese character for ‘monkey’ and the inscription ‘Year of the Monkey’ also appear in the design with The Perth Mint’s traditional ‘P’ mintmark. Issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965, the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the 2016 year-date, and the monetary denomination are shown on each coin’s obverse.

Country: Australia

Mint: Pert Mint Of Australia

Year Of issue: 2015

Face Value: One Dollar

Weight: 1/2 oz

Diameter:36.60 mm

Thickness:2.6

Mintage: 8000 pc.

Metal: .999 proof silver

Certificate: Individually numbered

Box: Yes

Each coin is housed in a stylish red and black display case and illustrated lunar-themed shipper, and is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. - See more at: https://coinsboutique.com/content/silver-coins-australian-lunar-series-2...