2006 Year of the Dog one-ounce silver gilded coin from The Perth Mint, with a gold dog illustration on a white background

2006 Lunar Year of the Dog 1oz Silver Gilded Coin

$199.00
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2006 Year of the Dog one-ounce silver gilded coin from The Perth Mint, with a gold dog illustration on a white background
2006 Lunar Year of the Dog 1oz Silver Gilded Coin

2006 Lunar Year of the Dog 1oz Silver Gilded Coin

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Honour the 2006 Year of the Dog with this 1oz silver gilded Lunar Series I coin from The Perth Mint, featuring a finely detailed German Shepherd selectively layered in 24‑carat gold. This early Lunar issue with a maximum mintage of 50,000 is a timeless addition for Lunar Series collectors.

Highlights:

  • 99.9% pure silver with selective 24-carat gold gilding
  • 2006 Perth Mint Lunar Series I “Year of the Dog”
  • German Shepherd design
  • Declared mintage of 30,156

Product overview

Part of the original Perth Mint Lunar Series I, the 2006 “Year of the Dog” design features a vigilant German Shepherd set against a textured ground, symbolising loyalty, honesty, and protection, traits highly regarded in Chinese culture.

Selective gilding on the dog creates a bold contrast against the frosted silver fields, adding warmth and depth to the motif while preserving the series' traditional layout, with the Chinese character for “Dog” and the 2006 year date.

The coin contains 1 troy ounce of 99.9% fine silver, is issued as 1 Australian dollar in legal tender, and features the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse.

With a maximum mintage of 50,000 and a reported mintage of just over 30,000 pieces, it offers genuine scarcity in the popular first Lunar cycle.

What's included

Item Details & Condition
Coin: Mint
Certificate of authenticity: Yes
Presentation case: Yes (Age-related discolouration / foxing)
Outer box: Yes (Light scuffs and Minor creases)
Coin capsule: Yes

Condition terms explained

We use a simple, consistent set of terms on each product page so you know exactly what to expect when your order arrives. These descriptions focus on honest visual inspection rather than formal grading.
Coin terms
  • Mint - The coin is in Mint, uncirculated condition, with no visible marks to the naked eye under standard lighting. It is supplied in its original capsule or protective packaging, as applicable.
  • Mint (Minor milk spots) - The coin is in Mint, uncirculated condition, but there are small, cloudy white spots on the surface, likely from the minting or planchetting process, a common feature of modern bullion and proof issues. These spots are cosmetic only and do not affect the coin’s metal content, purity, or authenticity.
  • Mint (Light toning) - The coin is in Mint, uncirculated condition, but shows light natural colour changes on the surface, such as pale gold, blue, or rainbow hues from normal ageing and storage. Many collectors view this gentle toning as part of the coin’s character rather than a defect, and it does not affect purity or authenticity.
Presentation case and outer box terms
  • Excellent - The presentation case, or outer box, is in immaculate condition, with only minimal signs of handling or storage, and is suitable for gifting or display.
  • Light scuffs - There are light, surface-level rub marks or slight colour wear from normal handling or sliding against other surfaces. The material is not deeply scratched or broken, and the case or box structure is unaffected.
  • Corner dings - One or more corners show small but clear indentations where the case or box has been knocked. The corner is slightly flattened or recessed, but the item remains fully functional and protective.
  • Minor creases - There are visible fold lines in the cardboard or paperboard where it has been bent, often appearing as a straight line on a lid or edge. These creases are cosmetic only and do not affect the box's ability to open, close, or protect the coin.
  • Age-related discolouration/foxing - The surface shows patchy, often whitish, yellowish, or grey areas that develop over time due to age, humidity, or breakdown of the covering material. This is common on older or velour-style cases and shippers and is cosmetic only; it does not affect the coin inside.

Specifications

Specification Details
Mint: The Perth Mint
Year: 2006
Metal: Silver
Weight: 1 oz
Fineness (% purity): 99.9%
Denomination(s): 1 dollar
Maximum mintage: 50,000
Finish: Gilded
Legal tender: Australia

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