Lunar II Year of the Dog 2018 Gold Coin, 1/10 oz.

The Lunar series, inspired by the Chinese traditional calendar, has been very popular with investors and collectors for years.

The Chinese Year of the Dog is one of the twelve signs in the Chinese zodiac that occurs every 12 years. People born in the year of the dog (most recently in 2006 and 2018) are characterized by loyalty, honesty and a strong sense of justice. The dog symbolizes friendship, protection and devotion in Chinese culture, and its energy brings stability and concern for others. During the Year of the Dog, astrologers often predict that it will be a time of strengthening interpersonal ties and focusing on family and social relationships.

On the reverse of the gold investment coin, we see the silhouette of a dog standing on the rocks, with a small tree growing in the background. The symbol of the Year of the Dog is placed on the right side, while the English name of the Year of the Dog is at the bottom. The obverse is the likeness of Queen Elizabeth II shown in right profile. Around it are the technical data - the coin's weight: 1/10 ounce, gold test: 9999 and denomination: 15 Australian dollars. The coin is delivered in the manufacturer's factory protective cap.