The Gold Lunar series was introduced by the Royal Mint in 2014 and follows the Chinese Lunar Calendar, with each year dedicated to a specific animal from the twelve-year cycle of the Zodiac. The coins are minted from 999.9 fine gold and come in several denominations, catering to both investors and collectors. The Royal Mint releases these coins in limited editions, making them highly desirable among numismatists.
Each coin features intricate designs representing the Chinese Zodiac animal for the year, and the series includes both bullion and proof versions of the coins.
Key Features of the Gold Lunar Coins
Designs: The reverse of each coin displays the Chinese Zodiac animal for the year, intricately designed to highlight the symbolic meaning of the animal. The obverse shows the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, along with the denomination and year of issue.
Purity: Each coin in the Gold Lunar series is made from 999.9 fine gold, ensuring the highest level of purity and quality for investors.
Legal Tender: These coins are legal tender in the United Kingdom, although they are primarily valued for their gold content and their status as collectible items.
Limited Mintage: The Royal Mint typically produces only a limited number of each coin, making them highly desirable among collectors and potentially more valuable over time.
