Product Description

• Eighth issue of the twelve-year Lunar III series
• 1 ounce of 999.9 pure gold
• Minting quality proof
• Limited mintage of only 1,000 pieces worldwide
• With numbered certificate of authenticity
• Delivered in the original case

With the Lunar Series III Year of the Goat 2027 gold coin, The Perth Mint presents the eighth issue of its twelve-year zodiac cycle in one ounce of fine gold, addressing discerning collectors as well as value-oriented investors.

Product Details

One ounce of fine gold in the highest minting quality

Struck from 31.1 grams of 999.9 gold, this issue corresponds precisely to one ounce of fine gold. In proof quality the fields appear mirror-like, while the frosted areas of the motif stand out from them with a velvet touch and define every contour clearly. At a diameter of 32.60 millimeters, the coin offers the mountain landscape ample room and at the same time rests in balanced fashion in the hand.

Production takes place at The Perth Mint, whose strikes are internationally associated with precision and consistent care. A numbered certificate of authenticity is enclosed in the original case, identifying every piece of this issue unmistakably and documenting the limited mintage.

Motif and Design

A goat in the light of the mountains

The reverse shows a highly detailed depiction of a goat in a rocky mountain landscape. The animal stands on stony ground, while a rugged landscape and a tree can be made out in the background. Fine engraved lines give the coat depth and guide the light across the surface, so that the scene appears different with every movement.

Integrated into the artistic design are the Chinese character for goat and the inscription GOAT 2027, which names the zodiac year. Beside it, the traditional “P” mintmark of The Perth Mint sets a quiet seal of origin.

On the obverse stands the portrait of King Charles III designed by Dan Thorne, complemented by the details of weight and fineness as well as the face value of 100 dollars. The Year of the Goat 2027 issue thus combines the visual language of the Chinese lunar calendar with the classic specifications of an official collector’s coin.

Historical and Cultural Background

How the goat won its eighth rank

According to an ancient Chinese legend, the emperor ordered a great race among all the animals of the earth in order to determine the twelve places of the lunar calendar. On the way to the finish, the gentle and determined goat joined forces with the monkey and the rooster. Together the three crossed a wide river, with the goat leading the group to the other bank and finally reaching the finish in eighth place. From this account its eighth rank in the Chinese zodiac is derived.

People born in the Year of the Goat are traditionally considered gentle, creative and compassionate. They are credited with a calm disposition, resilience, artistic talent and a particularly thoughtful approach to life. Such attributions have accompanied the lunar calendar for centuries and give every zodiac year a character of its own.

Within the Lunar Series III, the goat takes the eighth position of a twelve-year programme. Anyone collecting the range from the beginning recognises in each issue an artistic signature of its own and at the same time one building block of a clearly defined overall composition.

Exclusivity and Investment Value

One thousand pieces for a worldwide market

The worldwide mintage comprises only 1,000 pieces. For a one-ounce issue in proof quality that is a decidedly small number, all the more so because the zodiac motifs of the range have been sought after well beyond the pure precious metals trade for years.

For investors, the gold coin combines the intrinsic value of one ounce of fine gold with a collector premium arising from the limited mintage and the series context. Since every year of issue appears only once, collectors adding to their sets later encounter a supply that no longer grows, which gives demand on the secondary market a dynamic of its own.

Secure one of the few examples of this strictly limited coin before it sells out.

Special Features

Full ounce weight with a mirror-like surface

The ounce of gold weighs 31.1 grams and unfolds a presence in the hand that smaller units do not reach. Across 32.60 millimeters of diameter the motif is laid out generously, and the mirror-like fields respond to every movement of the light, while the frosted areas form a calm counterpoint.

Gold has asserted itself as a store of value for centuries, across currency and economic cycles. The ounce counts worldwide as the standard unit, is priced at every major trading centre and therefore finds a broad base of buyers. This link to the world market supports price formation and eases a later resale.

What makes this coin special?

The eighth issue of the Lunar III series combines a richly detailed engraved goat motif in proof quality with one ounce of 999.9 gold and a worldwide mintage of only 1,000 pieces.

Storage

At Superior Coins, your coin collection is especially dear to us. Hence why we developed our Superior Boxes with a unique, multifunctional inlay tailored perfectly to your needs. You can choose to store the inlay safely and space-efficiently in our compact Security Box, ideal for safe-deposit lockers, or place it in one of our elegantly designed presentation boxes.

This way, your collection remains protected in your private safe while allowing you to enjoy the beautiful display of your valuable pieces at any time with style and pride. Discover the variety of our high-quality boxes and experience how presentation and security come together perfectly at Superior Coins.

Delivery and Service

Decide for yourself whether your coin will be delivered in the original case or in one of our exclusive Superior Boxes. The numbered certificate of authenticity fits securely in both packaging options. Upon request, we can store your Superior Box in our in-house, fully insured vault until your collection is complete. Alternatively, you are welcome to send us your coins, and we will place them with the utmost care into the designated Superior Box and gladly assist you in completing your collection.

Personal Support & Maximum Security

We provide you with comprehensive and personal advice at any time, to jointly assemble the optimal overall package tailored to your individual goals and wishes. You can also make use of our subscription service so that you never miss a new release in your collection.

Of course, you will receive all relevant documents from us, including meaningful images for your insurance, directly upon delivery.

Rely on our many years of experience, maximum reliability, and state-of-the-art security standards. Your valuable pieces are in the best hands with Superior Coins. We accompany you with the greatest care and personal service on your path to a unique and value-retaining collection.

FAQ

Your Questions, Competently Answered

• What is included in the delivery of this gold coin?
  The coin arrives in the original case and is accompanied by a numbered certificate of authenticity. On request, a Superior Box takes over the presentation.
• What is the significance of the numbered certificate of authenticity?
  It carries an individual number, identifies the coin as part of this issue and should always stay with it in the event of a later sale.
• Why are coins in proof quality more sensitive?
  Mirror-like fields show fingerprints instantly, which is why the coin is best kept in its case and handled only by the rim with gloves when necessary.
• Does the coin work as a gift for the Year of the Goat?
  The clear reference to the goat year 2027 makes the issue a personal present that gains further stature through the case and the certificate.
• How readily can an ounce in proof quality be sold on?
  The ounce is internationally the most familiar unit, and complete original packaging including the certificate has a favourable effect in the collector market.
• Does Superior Coins assist in building the complete series?
  Through the subscription service you receive every new release in your collection, and on request we store your pieces in the insured vault until the set is complete.