Australia 2017 Year of Rooster Chinese Lunar Zodiac 3 Coin Pure Silver Proof Set

Description

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SOLD OUT at the Perth Mint!
Here's something to crow about!
Celebrate the loyalty and success of the
Year of the Rooster
in 2017
with this charming vignette of a rooster, a mother hen, and their three baby chicks
, on
this truly rare, ultra-low mintage (ONLY 1,000) 3-coin silver proof set!
The Perth Mint has done it again! Large, beautiful coins in an all-inclusive package, each featuring impressive cameo relief, and all struck in pure silver! This set provides three different sizes and denominations, including the extremely popular silver dollar, (along with the two ounce pure silver proof, available only in this set - and nowhere else!). Best of all, the mintage is limited to
only 1,000 complete sets worldwide
! At our low price, this set represents a tremendous value.
Three Different Coin Sizes
This set contains three different Chinese Lunar Zodiac coins, each a different size:
•
1/2 Troy Ounce Silver Proof
- A very popular size, the one-half troy ounce pure silver proof is a large 36.60 mm in diameter - nearly the same size as a classic U.S. silver dollar! The denomination is 50 cents.
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1 Troy Ounce Silver Proof
- This very popular denomination, with a one dollar face value, may also be available singly.
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2 Troy Ounces Silver Proof
- This large and impressively-sized silver proof is available only in this set! It is not available individually or separately, we are sorry. The denomination is 2 dollars.
All three coins are struck to the most exacting, proof standard, the highest quality of finish available. The fields are deeply mirrored, with the design accented in varying degrees of frosty white cameo relief.
The Year of the Rooster - Loyal, Attractive and Accomplished!
Those born in the years 1909, 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, and 2017 celebrate the Year of the Rooster. According to tradition, people born during a Year of the Rooster are said to exhibit that animal’s attributes. They are observant, brave, resilient, attractive, and tenacious, but can also be self-absorbed and overly romantic.
Rooster people are very observant. Most of the time, they are precise and accurate with their observations. You can say that Roosters have a very keen "sixth sense". It is not an easy task to fool the Rooster. Their mind is cautious and skeptical. Gifted with perception, Roosters make excellent trouble shooters, detectives, fixers, bagmen, doctors, nurses and psychiatrists.
With Roosters, what you see is exactly what you get; they are straightforward and forthright. Roosters like to appear attractive and beautifully turned out. They are sociable and love to receive attention. The Rooster likes to be noticed and flattered. They might dress a little nattily with this in mind, but in their heart, they are usually conservative. Roosters are happiest when they are surrounded by others, whether at a party or just a social gathering. They enjoy the spotlight and will exhibit their charm at the drop of a hat.
Roosters are always up, out and doing things. They are extremely motivated, the most motivated of all the animals of the Chinese Lunar Zodiac. You rarely see a relaxed rooster that sits quietly on the couch doing nothing. They are also multi-talented, and can become accomplished in many different ways. Because they are hardworking, resourceful, courageous and talented, Roosters are typically confident about themselves.
Roosters are loyal and they make devoted friends. They keep their promises and are true to their word. Sensitive individuals may find it hard to get along well with Roosters, because they can brag about themselves and their accomplishments, which may make other, less accomplished, animals uncomfortable. The Seattle grunge band Alice in Chains had an early alternative radio and mainstream rock hit with their song "Rooster" back in 1992. It was about an infantry soldier grunt's experiences during the Vietnam War. Now you know.
This is the tenth annual release in the Lunar Zodiac Series II from Australia!
Obverse
A rooster (the cock of the walk), a mother hen, and their three baby chicks enjoy the good life. The legend YEAR OF THE ROOSTER defines the theme. The Chinese character for "Rooster" is above the hen, while the Perth Mint's "P" mint mark is judiciously placed to the left, near the 9:00 position along the rim.
Reverse
The reverse of all three coins features Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, in crowned profile facing right. This portrait, featuring Her Majesty wearing a tiara and pearl earrings, was executed by the sculptor Ian Rank-Broadley. The legends 1/2 OZ, 1 OZ and 2 OZ 999 SILVER guarantee the weight and purity. The legends ELIZABETH II, the date and the denomination also appear.
Packaging
The coins are encapsulated inside an elegant, oversize luxury presentation case with a solid wood lid (done in the style of red Chinese lacquer), lined with black velvet and protected by a full-color outer box. An individually-numbered certificate of authenticity is included.
Specifications
Country
Australia
Mint
Perth Mint of Australia
Year of Issue
2017
Face Value
3 Dollars 50 Cents ( + + 50 Cents)
Weight
108.978 g
1/2 Ounce - 15.573 g
1 Ounce - 31.135 g
2 Ounces - 62.270 g
Diameter
1/2 Ounce - 36.60 mm
1 Ounce - 45.60 mm
2 Ounces - 55.60 mm
Gauge (Thickness)
1/2 Ounce - 2.30 mm
1 Ounce - 2.60 mm
2 Ounces - 3.60 mm
Mintage Limit
1,000 Sets
Finish
Proof
Composition
.999 Fine (Pure) Silver
Edge
Reeded (milled, serrated)
Artist
Ing Ing Jong (obverse)
Ian Rank-Broadley (reverse)
Certificate
Individually Numbered
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