2017 1 oz Australia Silver Lunar Rooster BU - Series II

The 2017 1 oz Silver Lunar Rooster is the tenth release in the Perth Mint's distinguished Lunar Series II, celebrating the Year of the Rooster in the Chinese zodiac. Roosters symbolize honesty, bravery, confidence, and punctuality, and this coin captures that spirit with intricate artistry and exceptional purity. Issued in limited quantities and struck from .999 fine silver, this coin appeals to both collectors and investors.

Design Insight:

The rooster dominates the reverse design with regal posture and feathered detail, accompanied by a hen and chicks to symbolize family and responsibility. The natural bamboo backdrop adds grace and balance, reinforcing themes of protection and orderliness.

Collector Note:

The 2017 Lunar Rooster stands out for its bold imagery and connection to traditional values. As one of the later coins in Lunar Series II, it holds strong appeal for those completing the set and for those born in the Year of the Rooster. With a finite mintage, it remains in strong demand worldwide.

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 rooster standing proudly amid bamboo and hens, with the Chinese character for "Rooster" and the inscription "Year of the Rooster"
• 10th coin in the 12-coin Lunar Series II