Obverse: features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II designed by Ian Rank-Broadley. The surrounding inscription reads “ELIZABETH II AUSTRALIA”. At the bottom, the coin’s specifications and denomination are shown: “10 DOLLARS”, “2015”, “SILVER 999”. This is the official obverse design used by the Perth Mint for the Lunar II series.
Reverse: depicts three goats in a natural landscape, one grazing while the others stand beneath tree branches. At the top is the Chinese character for Goat. The inscription “Year of the Goat” appears at the bottom. On the left side is the “P” mint mark of the Perth Mint. The design was created by artist Ing Ing Jong.
About the coin: this 10 oz silver coin is part of Australia’s Lunar II series, issued from 2008 to 2019 and dedicated to the animals of the Chinese Lunar Calendar. The year 2015 represents the Year of the Goat, symbolising harmony, creativity and calmness. Struck from .999 fine silver, the coin has a limited mintage and is highly sought after by collectors and investors.
