2009 1 oz Australia Silver Lunar Ox BU - Series II

The 2009 1 oz Silver Lunar Ox is the second official release in the Perth Mint's Lunar Series II, a program that launched in 2008 with the Year of the Mouse. Celebrating the Year of the Ox, this beautifully struck coin honors attributes such as patience, dependability, and quiet strength. With updated, larger-format designs compared to Series I, the Lunar Series II became a favorite among investors and collectors alike.

Design Insight:

The design offers a pastoral and familial depiction of two oxen-an adult and a calf-symbolizing generational strength, heritage, and nurturing. The image, framed in a refined border, is more detailed and expressive than its Series I counterpart, showcasing the elevated artistry of Series II.

Collector Note:

As the second coin in a 12-year cycle, the 2009 Lunar Ox plays a foundational role in building a complete Series II set. Its high silver purity, limited mintage, and artistic appeal make it especially sought after by collectors focused on complete zodiac-themed sets.

Highlights:

• Face value: 1 Australian Dollar (AUD)
• Contains 1 troy ounce of .999 fine silver
• Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition
• Obverse: Portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley
• Reverse: A mature ox standing beside its calf beneath a tree, with the Chinese character for "Ox," and the inscription "Year of the Ox," "2009."
• 2nd release in the Perth Mint's Lunar Series II