China Macau 100 patacas x 12 Set Lunar Calendar Animals silver coins 1992 - 2003

China · Macau · 1992–2003 · 100 Patacas — Complete Lunar Calendar Animals Set (12 Coins)
This impressive silver proof set from Macau presents the full Chinese Lunar Calendar cycle, issued between 1992 and 2003 and consisting of twelve 100 Patacas coins, each dedicated to one zodiac animal. Together, the set forms a complete symbolic representation of the Chinese zodiac, celebrating time, harmony, character, and tradition through masterful numismatic art.

Each obverse features a different lunar animal portrayed in high relief: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig. Every animal is rendered with remarkable realism, showing distinct poses, expressive faces, textured fur or scales, tails, hooves, claws, horns, wings, or whiskers. Chinese characters appear beside each figure, along with the denomination “100” and the inscription “PATACAS,” all framed by a finely toothed rim and mirrored proof fields.

The reverses consistently display the famous Ruins of St. Paul’s in Macau, depicted with extraordinary architectural precision. The detailed façade includes columns, arches, niches, doors, ornamental reliefs, and layered stonework. The inscription “MACAU” curves above, stars decorate the field, and the individual year of issue appears below, completing each composition.

Struck in silver with proof quality, this complete set is highly desirable for collectors of lunar zodiac themes, Asian culture, and Macau numismatics, offering both artistic unity and cultural depth in one outstanding ensemble.

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