This precious piece is struck from 17,50 g silver .999 in proof quality and dedicated to the ninth of all the animals in the Chinese Zodiac. Issued as part of the greatly demanded annual lunar series, this 2016 Year of the Monkey coin with colorful images will become an amazing lucky talisman in your collection! The worldwide mintage is limited to 1016 pieces.

The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Elizabeth II surrounded by the following inscriptions: the Queen’s name, the face value of the coin, its metal fineness, issuing country and year.

The shiny and vibrant reverse of this Niue coin is decorated with digital printing and depicts a funny colored monkey surrounded by the inscription Year of the Monkey and seven golden palm tress. They will bring good luck during the whole year of the monkey and far beyond! According to the ancient Chinese zodiac, human character is interpreted not by the month, but rather by the lunar year of birth. The Chinese believe that people born in the year of the monkey are astute, intelligent and flexible which enables them to solve problems with ease. Housed in a stylized packaging, this monkey coin will make a beautiful gift for someone born in 2016 or any other Monkey year!