2020 Queen Elizabeth II 'Lunar Year of the Rat' 999.9 Gold Proof Coin - Box / COA
The Rat is the first sign in the Chinese zodiac. People born in the Year of the Rat are thought to share personality traits such as intelligence, resourcefulness and generosity.
We have celebrated the Chinese zodiac since 2014, releasing new additions to The Shēngxiào Collection every year. Each coin fuses British craftsmanship with ancient Chinese traditions, ensuring the heritage and history behind this practice is evident in each design. This year is a special moment in the lunar calendar as the Rat appears only once every 12 years – meaning this is a unique opportunity to mark an important Chinese tradition.
Rat (1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020) Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Rat are quick-witted, clever, charming, sharp and funny. They have excellent taste, are a good friend and are generous and loyal to others considered part of its pack. Motivated by money, can be greedy, is ever curious, seeks knowledge and welcomes challenges. Compatible with Dragon or Monkey.
1 oz specifications
Issue Limit 888
Denomination £100 Alloy 999.9 fine gold Weight 31.21g Diameter 32.69mm Reverse Designer P.J. Lynch Obverse Designer Jody Clark
Quarter oz specifications
Issue Limit 398
Denomination £25 Alloy 999.9 fine gold Weight 7.80 g Diameter 22.00mm Reverse Designer P.J. Lynch Obverse Designer Jody Clark
We endeavour to keep all years available, the image is of the coin you will receive some years may not be available due to rarity, if you are interested in the rare examples not on offer here, please contact us
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