The Lunar Series from The Perth Mint is an annual celebration of the Chinese Zodiac, and the 2004 release honors the clever and charismatic Monkey! Don’t miss your chance to own the 9th coin in this prestigious collection the 2004 1/20 oz Australia Gold Lunar Monkey Coin. Order yours today at BGASC.

Highlights:

• Presented in a protective plastic flip!
• 9th issue in Lunar Series I!
• Declared mintage of 15,898!
• Contains 1/20 Troy oz of .9999 pure gold.
• The face value of $5 (AUD) is backed by Australia.
• Queen Elizabeth II is displayed on the obverse.
• A monkey is located on the reverse.

Each 2004 1/20 oz Australia Gold Lunar Monkey Coin will ship to you in a protective flip. As the smallest size available, this 1/20 oz weight provides an affordable entry point into one of the most coveted annual coin programs worldwide.

Obverse

Ian Rank-Broadley’s iconic right-profile portrait of Queen Elizabeth II graces the obverse field of the 2004 Australia Gold Lunar Monkey Coin, surrounded by coin inscriptions confirming authenticity. Inscriptions read IRB, AUSTRALIA, 5 DOLLARS, and ELIZABETH II.

Reverse

The reverse of the 2004 Australia Lunar Monkey Coin hosts a whimsical depiction of a monkey climbing amid leafy branches, with the Chinese symbol for “monkey” alongside year and purity details. Inscriptions include 2004 and 1/20 OZ 9999 GOLD.

History

In the Chinese Zodiac, the charismatic Monkey symbolizes curiosity, confidence, and wit. The Wood Monkey cycle occurs just once every 60 years, making 2004 a particularly special release year. Lunar Series I debuted in 1996, with Lunar Series II coming in 2008 and Lunar Series III in 2020.

Ordering

Call and speak with a BGASC precious metals specialist at 888-992-4272 to order your 2004 1/20 oz Australia Gold Lunar Monkey Coin today. Our team is here to make your purchase smooth and secure. We can also be reached via email or through our online chat feature.