2016 Perth Mint Monkey Wealth / Wisdom 1 oz Silver Proof Coin (Two-Coin Set)

Those born under the influence of this sign are said to be intelligent, quick-witted, optimistic, ambitious, and adventurous.

Issued as legal tender under the authority of the Government of Tuvalu, both of these coins are struck from 99.9% pure silver in proof quality. The Perth Mint will release no more than 1,500 of the 2016 Year of the Monkey – Wealth and Wisdom 1oz Silver Proof Two-Coin Set.

The wealth coin’s reverse depicts a representation of a monkey dressed in a silk waistcoat and sitting on a treasure chest, in front of a palace, signifying wealth and prosperity. The inscriptions WEALTH and 2016 YEAR OF THE MONKEY also appear in the design with The Perth Mint’s traditional ‘P’ mintmark.

The wisdom coin’s reverse depicts a representation of an older monkey sitting in a tree on the banks of a waterfall, beside a temple, signifying age and wisdom. The inscriptions WISDOM and 2016 YEAR OF THE MONKEY also appear in the design with The Perth Mint’s traditional ‘P’ mintmark.

The Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the monetary denomination, and the 2016 year-date are shown on each coin’s obverse.

This stunning two-coin set is housed in a classic Perth Mint grey display case with a colourful shipper and a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.