2008 Sterling Silver Lunar Cameo Coin-Year of the Rat
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2008 Sterling Silver Lunar Cameo Coin-Year of the Rat
You are bidding on the 2008 $15 Sterling Silver Lunar Cameo Coin-Year of the Rat THE ONLY COIN THAT FEATURES THE QUEEN'S PREVIOUS EFFIGY (1990 TO 2003) The Rat takes centre stage on the beautiful gold-plated cameo of this sterling silver coin surrounded by all the animals of the Chinese lunar calendar. The eleventh coin in this fascinating series that began in 1998 celebrates the Year of the Rat. Its rich Asian design features a stunning gold-plated cameo at its centre to highlight one of the craftiest and most likeable zodiacs of the Chinese Lunar Calendar. The appearance of the Queen’s effigy that has not been in use since 2003 gives this Lunar series another distinctive touch. COIN SPECIFICATIONS Mintage: 48,888 Composition: 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper with gold-plated cameo Weight (g): 34 Diameter (mm): Coin: 40, Cameo: 17.5 Finish: Proof Certificate: Serialized Reverse: The Rat takes the place of honour in the octagon-shaped cameo at the centre of this coin, surrounded by all twelve animal zodiacs of the Chinese Lunar Calendar. Packaging:- Embossed red velvet box with gold moiré sides Good Luck & Happy Bidding ! | ||||||||||||
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