Australian Opal Lunar Series 2018 Year of the Dog 1oz Silver Proof Coin

Year of the dog

An exceptional celebration of the Year of the Dog, this unique release features the shape of a dog etched in authentic Australian opal which makes a wonderful gift for those born in the Year of the Dog.  The coin is struck from 1oz of 99.99% pure silver in proof quality.  The Perth Mint will release no more than 5,000 of the Australian opal lunar series – Year of the dog 2018 1oz silver proof coin.

Opal insert design

The gemstone feature is embedded within a silver coin depicting stylised leaves and flowers. Included in the design is the inscription YEAR OF THE DOG, the 2018 year-date, and The Perth Mint’s traditional ‘P’ mintmark.