Australia 8 dollars Lunar Calendar II Year of the Mouse 5 oz silver coin 2008

The Australia 8 Dollars Year of the Mouse Lunar Calendar Series II 5 oz Silver Coin 2008 is a prestigious release from the Perth Mint, minted in .999 fine silver as part of the renowned Lunar Series II. This coin celebrates the Mouse, the first sign of the Chinese Zodiac, symbolizing intelligence, adaptability, and prosperity. The reverse design features two finely detailed mice sitting on a bed of straw with large pumpkins behind them, a traditional emblem of abundance and fertility. The composition is enriched with the Chinese character for “Mouse,” the inscription Year of the Mouse, and the Perth Mint mintmark “P.” On the obverse, the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley appears, with surrounding inscriptions “ELIZABETH II,” “AUSTRALIA,” the denomination “8 DOLLARS,” the year 2008, and silver purity and weight. Struck in impressive 5 oz silver, this coin unites cultural symbolism with refined craftsmanship, making it a sought-after piece for collectors worldwide.

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