1997 1oz Gold Australian Lunar Year of the Ox

This One-Ounce 24-carat Gold coin is part of an annual release in Australia. These coins are issued by the Perth Mint to celebrate The Chinese Lunar Calendar, so each year features a different animal. The Year of the Ox was issued in 1997. This coin has a face value of $100 and contains one ounce of fine Gold (999.9 fineness). The finish to this impressive coin has a frosted effect, showing off its great detail. Without question, the Lunar series of coins is one of the most beautiful and collectable around today.