2025 Opal Lunar Silver Coin from The Perth Mint, silver coin with Year of the Snake design on a white background.

2025 Opal Lunar Snake 1oz Silver Proof Coin

$500.00
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2025 Opal Lunar Silver Coin from The Perth Mint, silver coin with Year of the Snake design on a white background.
2025 Opal Lunar Snake 1oz Silver Proof Coin

2025 Opal Lunar Snake 1oz Silver Proof Coin

$500.00
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Celebrate the 2025 Lunar New Year with this striking Perth Mint release, featuring an authentic Australian opal snake design struck in 1oz of 99.99% pure silver in proof quality.

Highlights:

  • Proof quality 99.99% pure silver
  • Presentation case & illustrated shipper
  • Numbered Certificate of Authenticity
  • Limited mintage of 6,000

Product overview

The Australian Opal Lunar Series 2025 Year of the Snake 1oz Silver Proof Coin combines the elegance of proof-struck silver with the natural beauty of Australian opal in a standout Lunar New Year release. 

Crafted by The Perth Mint, the design features a graceful snake in genuine opal, symbolising wisdom, intuition and renewal in the Chinese zodiac, and is framed by intricate jasmine motifs for a refined finish.

Struck from 1 oz of 99.99% pure silver, this coin offers strong visual appeal and exceptional detail, making it a compelling addition to the Lunar Series for collectors.

What's included

Item Details & Condition
Coin: Mint
Certificate of authenticity: Yes
Presentation case: Yes (Excellent)
Outer box: Yes (Excellent)
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: 2025
Metal: Silver
Weight: 1 oz
Fineness (% purity): 99.99%
Denomination(s): 1 dollar
Maximum mintage: 6,000
Finish: Proof
Legal tender: Australia

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