2023 Perth Mint Lunar Rabbit Silver Proof Three-Coin Set

Australian Lunar Series III 2023

Year of the Rabbit Silver Proof Three-Coin Set

2oz • 1oz • 1/2oz | Total 3.5oz Silver | Limited to 1,000 Sets

A refined and highly sought-after release, the 2023 Perth Mint Australian Lunar Series III – Year of the Rabbit Silver Proof Three-Coin Set celebrates the fourth animal of the ancient lunar zodiac with elegance, symbolism, and exceptional craftsmanship.

This complete Proof set comprises three coins struck from 99.99% pure silver, weighing 2oz, 1oz, and 1/2oz, for a total silver content of 3.5oz. Issued in strictly limited numbers, it is an outstanding acquisition for Lunar collectors and a meaningful gift for those born under the sign of the Rabbit.

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🐇 Lunar Tradition – Year of the Rabbit

First issued in 1996 and now in its third cycle, the Australian Lunar Coin Series portrays the 12 animals of the lunar zodiac in the order they finished in the Emperor’s legendary Great Race.

Finishing in fourth position, the Rabbit is said to bestow:
• Intelligence
• Creativity
• Vigilance
• Compassion

These qualities are believed to influence those born in 2023 and every 12th preceding year, making this set especially significant for Rabbit-year births.

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🎨 Year of the Rabbit Design

The reverse design across the set portrays:
• An alert rabbit with ears erect, symbolising awareness and agility
• A second rabbit stretching toward a budding branch, representing growth and renewal

The design also includes:
• The Chinese character for ‘Rabbit’
• The inscription ‘RABBIT 2023’
• The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark

Each coin is struck in high relief, adding depth and sculptural presence to the finely detailed artwork.

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✨ Proof Silver Craftsmanship
• Struck from 99.99% pure silver
• Immaculate Proof quality finish
• Mirror-like fields with frosted high-relief design
• Australian legal tender

The set exemplifies The Perth Mint’s world-renowned minting precision and artistic excellence.

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👑 Obverse

The obverse of each coin bears the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, together with the coin’s weight, purity, monetary denomination, and 2023 year-date.

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🎁 Presentation & Exclusivity
• Complete three-coin Proof set (2oz, 1oz, 1/2oz)
• Total silver content: 3.5oz
• Presented in an official Perth Mint presentation box
• Accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity
• Extremely limited mintage: just 1,000 sets worldwide
• This example features a low certificate number (below 100), enhancing desirability

⭐ Why Collectors Seek This Set
• Full Proof set for the Year of the Rabbit
• Very low worldwide mintage
• High-relief lunar design
• Strong demand for Lunar Series III multi-coin sets
• Ideal for long-term collectors and premium gifting

Elegant, symbolic, and increasingly scarce, the 2023 Year of the Rabbit Silver Proof Three-Coin Set is a standout release from the Australian Lunar Series III and a prized centrepiece for any modern numismatic collection.