Description
The Perth Mint released a special 2025 Year of the Snake Double Happiness 1oz Silver Coin in Card Perth Stamp and Coin Show Issue.
In Chinese mythology, the snake symbolises wisdom, elegance, and intuition, making it a revered figure in the zodiac. The Year of the Snake is a time for personal growth and self-discovery, where intellect and patience pave the way for success.
The concept of Double Happiness is deeply rooted in Chinese culture, symbolising love, joy, and marital bliss. Often depicted as two intertwined characters, it signifies unity and the bringing together of two souls—an emblem of enduring happiness.
The coin portrays a coloured representation of two snake in the form of the Chinese symbol '喜喜' (Xi), meaning Double Happiness ,with floral motifs on the left and right side. It includes the inscription ‘YEAR OF THE SNAKE 2025’ and the Chinese symbol for ‘2025’
The Perth Mint will release no more than 1,500 of the Australian Lunar Series III 2025 Year of the Snake Double Happiness 1oz Silver Coin in Card
The coin is presented in a stylised presentation card which features a fold-out stand for upright display