Story

Lunar story   

According to Chinese tradition, the emperor ordered a great race between all the animals on Earth to determine who should occupy 12 positions in the lunar calendar. In pursuit of the seventh-placed horse, the gentle and determined goat travelled alongside the monkey and the rooster. As they approached the finish line, the trio worked together to cross a wide river. Leading the way, the goat reached the other side and crossed the line to claim eighth place.

Year of the Goat design  

The coins' reverse depicts a mature goat, a young goat and a baby goat grazing peacefully. The image embodies the auspicious phrase “Three Goats Bring Bliss” symbolising the end of winter and the arrival of spring, the renewal of all things and prosperous new beginnings. Featured in the design is a plum blossom tree representing purity, resilience and hope. Also included in the design is the Chinese character for ‘Goat’, the inscription ‘GOAT 2027’, and The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark.

06 ALS3 YOT Goat 2027 1oz Silver Trio Coin Set in case trim

Presentation packaging

Accompanied by a numbered certificate of authenticity, the coins are presented in a prestigious black display case with a geometric design on its magnetic lid. The case comes in an illustrated shipper featuring a goat. When arrayed with other shippers from the series, the resulting diorama depicts all 12 animals that successfully completed the Great Race.

About the series

Australian Lunar Series III

Each Australian lunar series from The Perth Mint is based on the 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac. Coin collectors are besotted with each annual release, hence the longevity of the 12-year series.  

Established in 1996, The Perth Mint was the first to release an Australian lunar coin program. Due to its success, it is now in its third series. 

Made with the fine gold, silver and platinum in combination with intricate craftsmanship, these Australian lunar collector coins explore the ancient tradition and mythical folklore of the Chinese Great Race. 

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Specifications

Specifications

Coin

2oz

1oz

1/2oz

Coin

Silver Content (Troy oz)

2oz

2.000

1oz

1.000

1/2oz

0.500

Coin

Monetary Denomination (AUD)

2oz

2.00

1oz

1.00

1/2oz

0.50

Coin

Minimum Gross Weight (g)

2oz

62.213

1oz

31.107

1/2oz

15.553

Coin

Maximum Diameter (mm)

2oz

50.80

1oz

40.90

1/2oz

32.60

Coin

Maximum Thickness (mm)

2oz

4.80

1oz

3.50

1/2oz

2.90

Coin

Maximum Mintage

2oz

2,000

1oz

7,500

1/2oz

5,000

Year

2027

Metal

Silver

Fineness (% purity)

99.99

Legal Tender

Australia

Effigy

Dan Thorne design of H.M. King Charles III

Designer

Natasha Muhl

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