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25 Dollars - Elizabeth II 3rd Portrait - Year of the Rat - Gold Bullion Coin
1996 year| Gold (.9999) | 7.75 g | 22.6 mm |
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 25 Dollars 25 AUD = USD 17 |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 7.75 g |
| Diameter | 22.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#344410 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Rat facing right, date at left, Chinese symbol for rat above
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
鼠
1996
1/4 OZ 9999 GOLD
Translation: 鼠 = Rat
Designer: Ing Ing Jong
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1996 Australian 25 Dollar Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait - Year of the Rat - Gold Bullion Coin) is that it has a unique design feature. The coin's reverse side features a rat climbing a stalk of bamboo, which is a symbol of good luck and prosperity in Chinese culture. This design was created to commemorate the Year of the Rat in the Chinese lunar calendar, which falls every 12 years. The inclusion of this design element adds cultural significance to the coin, making it a valuable collector's item for both numismatists and those interested in Chinese culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 2886 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Dollars - Elizabeth II (3rd Portrait - Year of the Rat - Gold Bullion Coin) 1996 coin.
