Australia 10 dollars Year of the Monkey Lunar Series I silver coin 2004

The 2004 Australia 10 Dollars “Year of the Monkey” silver coin is a remarkable issue from the Perth Mint’s Lunar Series I, struck in 10 oz of .999 fine silver. Dedicated to the intelligent and playful Monkey of the Chinese zodiac, this coin embodies wit, versatility, and charm, qualities traditionally attributed to those born under this sign.

The reverse shows a finely detailed monkey seated on a tree branch, surrounded by leafy bamboo plants. Above and below the image, decorative scrollwork ornaments frame the design, with the year “2004” to the left, the Chinese character for “Monkey” to the right, and the inscription “10 OZ 999 SILVER” at the bottom. The obverse presents the elegant effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley, with surrounding inscriptions “ELIZABETH II,” “AUSTRALIA,” and the denomination “10 DOLLARS.”

Large-format Lunar coins are particularly prized for their artistry and substantial silver content. The “Year of the Monkey” issue is a centerpiece of the series, combining cultural symbolism, craftsmanship, and rarity.

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