Gold Australia Lunar Dog 1/4 oz. 2018 - Series II Gem/BU

These magnificent 1/4 oz Gold Lunar Year of the Dog coins celebrate the eleventh animal in the 12-year cycle of the Chinese zodiac, and are dated to commemorate the 2018 event.

A landmark coin series of the highest regard, the Perth Lunars package beautiful designs, limited mintages and universal appeal all in one program.

Perth Mint's Australian Lunar Series II collection epitomizes the rich tradition of minting spectacular bullion coins by portraying animal themes from the Chinese Lunar calendar. The reverse design changes each year based on the Chinese lunar calendar, and the 2018 reverse celebrates the Year of the Dog. The birth dates for people born in the Lunar Year of the Dog include 1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006 and 2018. Those born in these years are said to be loyal, amiable, kind and friendly.