2016 1/2 oz Australia Silver Lunar Monkey BU - Series II

Celebrate wit and agility with the 2016 1/2 oz Silver Lunar Monkey, the ninth release in the Perth Mint's Lunar Series II. Struck from .999 fine silver in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, this coin honors the Year of the Monkey-a symbol of cleverness, curiosity, and resourcefulness in Chinese tradition.

Design Insight:

The imagery of two monkeys-a parent and child-emphasizes both family bonds and playful intelligence. The peach symbolizes longevity and immortality, deeply rooted in Chinese folklore.

Collector Note:

A must-have for collectors born in the Year of the Monkey (2016, 2004, 1992, 1980), this release continues the rich legacy of Series II. Its detailed design and low mintage add lasting value to any Lunar collection.

Highlights:

• Face value: 50 cents AUD
• Contains 1/2 troy ounce of .999 fine silver
• Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition
• Obverse: Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Ian Rank-Broadley
• Reverse: An adult monkey perched on a branch holding a peach, with a young monkey below and the Chinese character for "Monkey" along with the year 2016
• Ninth release in the Lunar Series II by the Perth Mint