2023 $1 Silver 1oz 'Year of the Rabbit' (One Ounce) - Australia Proof Coloured coin - Lunar New Year - Rare / Low Mintage - Uncirculated (UNC) - ‘P’ Mintmark Perth Mint (PM) 

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DESCRIPTION:

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Struck from 1oz of 99.99% pure silver, this beautiful '2023 $1 Silver One Ounce - Year of the Rabbit' colour coin portrays two gorgeous rabbits. Also included in the design are grasses and branches, the Chinese character for ‘Rabbit’, the inscription ‘RABBIT 2023’ and the Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark.

Coin Lettering (Reverse):

兔

RABBIT 2023

P

IJ

[Translation: 兔 = Rabbit]

Coin Lettering (Obverse):

Elizabeth II Australia

JC

1oz 9999 Ag

1 Dollar

This coin comes in a protective Round Capsule which is set in an official Perth Mint presentation case, it is all housed in an outer Retail Box. The 'Certificate of Authenticity' (COA) can be found within the Box along with coin information and mintage details. 

It has a Limited Mintage of 6,000 making these Rare and highly collectable.

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BACKGROUND:

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The 2023 'Year of Water Rabbit', starting from Jan. 22, 2023 (Chinese New Year) and lasting to Feb. 9, 2024. Rabbit ranks fourth in the 12-year cycle of the Chinese zodiac signs. The Years of the Rabbit include 1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011, 2023...

For Chinese people, the rabbit is a tame creature representing hope and life for a long time. It is tender and lovely. 

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SILVER TYPES:

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THIS COIN - 'Fine silver' (also called 'Pure silver') has a fineness of .999 (ie. contains 99.9% silver). This grade of silver is used to make bullion bars for international commodities trading and investment in silver. 

'Sterling silver' is an incredibly durable material and has a fineness of .925 (ie. contains 92.5% silver).

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DETAILS:

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Year: 2023

Denomination: $1 (AUD)

Mass: 31.1 grams (1 troy oz.)

Shape/Diameter: Round 40.9 mm

Metal: Silver .999 (Fine)

Finish: Uncirculated Proof (Coloured)

Obverse: Elizabeth II

Obverse Designer: Jody Clark (JC)

Mint/Manufacturer: Perth Mint (PM)

Country of Manufacture: Australia

Edge Design: Segmented

Certificate of Authenticity: Yes

Mintage: 6,000

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PHYSICAL CONDITION:

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Excellent 'as-issued' condition.

'Quantity' listing: You may not get the exact item shown - Stock images were used as supplied by the Perth Mint (please allow for minor variance). 

There may be very minor scuffs on the coin packaging / box from production and distribution (this is normal).

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INCLUSIONS:

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* 1 x 2023 $1 Silver 1oz 'Year of the Rabbit' - Australian Proof Coloured coin - Lunar New Year

* Protective capsule

* Display Case (Classic Black Case with Clear Lid)

* Retail Box (Black/Silver)

* Certificate of Authenticity (COA) - Random Number Issued

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POSTAGE & OTHER INFO:

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Sent via 'Tracked post' in an envelope / satchel / box (usually via Australia Post).

I am happy to combine postage... Please check out my other items and contact me before payment so I can send an invoice with discounted postage (where relevant).

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