The dog is the penultimate animal in the 12-year Lunar Calendar cycle. The Perth Mint’s Lunar Series coin collections have been a hit since Lunar Series I began in 1996. Silver coins in this series started three years later, in 1999. Now, Provident Metals offers the 2006 1/2 oz Australian Silver Lunar Dog Coins.
Highlights:
The 2006 1/2 oz Australian Silver Lunar Dog Coin comes in an acrylic capsule. Although the Dog is the 11th animal in the 12-year Zodiac cycle, the Perth Mint released this coin eighth in the silver series due to a delayed start.
Obverse
The obverse of the 2006 Australian Silver Lunar Dog Coin features Queen Elizabeth II. This fourth-generation portrait of the Queen was created by Ian Rank-Broadley in 1998. Initially used on Royal Mint coins, it appeared on Perth Mint coins from 1998 to 2018/2019. The inscriptions include ELIZABETH II, AUSTRALIA, and 50 CENTS.
Reverse
On the reverse side, youll see a German shepherd. Originally bred in Germany for herding and guarding sheep, German Shepherds are now a popular and versatile breed. They excel in various roles such as police work, search and rescue, assistance for people with disabilities, and acting in movies and TV shows. Inscriptions include 2006, 1/2 OZ 999 SILVER, and the Chinese emblem for dog.
History
In Chinese culture, the Dog is the eleventh animal in the zodiac. People born in the Year of the Dog are often described as loyal, reliable, and protective of those they care about. They are known for their strong sense of justice and their willingness to stand up for what they believe in.
Ordering
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Year | 2006 |
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Mint Mark | Not Shown |
Metals Purity | 0.999 |
Producer | Perth Mint |
Thickness | 3.9 mm |
Diameter | 32.1 mm |
Condition | Brilliant Uncirculated |
Denomination | .50 AUD |
Country | Australia |
Edge Style | Reeded |
Product Series | Lunar Series 1 |
Certificate of Authenticity | No |
Mintage | 39,361 |
Packaging | Plastic Capsule |
Metal Content | .5 Troy Ounce |
Shipping | Orders over $199 Ship Free |
Provident ID | 4074272 |