Celebrate the beginning of the Chinese Lunar Calendar with this 2020 Year of the Mouse Special Release from The Perth Mint. Struck from 1/4oz of 99.99% pure silver to a Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) finish, this unique release features a vibrant colourised design created exclusively for the mainland China market.
Originally unavailable outside China, only 10,000 coins were later released to the international market, making this a highly desirable collectible for Lunar Series enthusiasts and Perth Mint collectors.
Key Features
Official Perth Mint release
1/4oz of 99.99% pure silver
Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) finish
Exclusive colourised Year of the Mouse design
Originally produced for the mainland China market
Only 10,000 coins released to the international market
Australian legal tender
Presented in the original protective acrylic capsule
Specifications
Year: 2020
Country: Australia
Mint: The Perth Mint
Denomination: 25 Cents
Metal: 99.99% Fine Silver
Weight: 1/4 Troy Ounce (7.78g)
Finish: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU)
Mintmark: P (Perth Mint)
Designer (Obverse): Jody Clark
Design
The reverse features two colourised mice in a pumpkin field, symbolising prosperity, abundance, and new beginnings. Also included are the Chinese character for "Mouse", the inscription "MOUSE 2020", and The Perth Mint's "P" mintmark.
The obverse displays the Jody Clark effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, together with the coin's weight, purity, year, and monetary denomination.
Condition
• Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) coin in the original acrylic capsule
• Carefully stored in excellent condition
