2012 - Year of the Dragon
The 2012 coin celebrates the Year of the Dragon, a symbol of strength, courage, and good fortune in Chinese culture. The coin features a stylized dragon design with its body coiled and its head held high, along with the Chinese character for "dragon."
2013 - Year of the Snake
Marking the Year of the Snake, this coin features a winding snake, symbolizing wisdom, grace, and intelligence. The design includes the Chinese character for "snake."
2014 - Year of the Horse
This coin celebrates the Year of the Horse, which represents freedom, adventure, and endurance. The coin depicts a galloping horse, a powerful symbol of energy and vitality, with the Chinese character for "horse."
2015 - Year of the Goat
The Year of the Goat is honored with a coin depicting a goat standing confidently in a natural setting, symbolizing peace, harmony, and creativity. The Chinese character for "goat" is also featured.
2016 - Year of the Monkey
This coin features an inquisitive monkey sitting among bamboo, symbolizing cleverness, curiosity, and playfulness. The Chinese character for "monkey" is displayed.
2017 - Year of the Rooster
The Year of the Rooster is commemorated with a coin showing a proud rooster, symbolizing confidence, punctuality, and loyalty. The design includes the Chinese character for "rooster."
2018 - Year of the Dog
For the Year of the Dog, the coin features a loyal and vigilant dog, symbolizing honesty, loyalty, and responsibility. The Chinese character for "dog" is also present.
2019 - Year of the Pig
Celebrating the Year of the Pig, this coin depicts a content pig in a pastoral scene, symbolizing wealth, good fortune, and happiness. The Chinese character for "pig" is included.
2020 - Year of the Rat
The Year of the Rat coin shows a lively rat with a background of grains, symbolizing intelligence, adaptability, and prosperity. The Chinese character for "rat" is featured.
2021 - Year of the Ox
For the Year of the Ox, the coin presents a strong and dependable ox in a field, representing hard work, determination, and honesty. The design includes the Chinese character for "ox."
2022 - Year of the Tiger
This coin celebrates the Year of the Tiger, featuring a majestic tiger in a forest setting, symbolizing courage, strength, and ambition. The Chinese character for "tiger" is displayed.
2023 - Year of the Rabbit
The Year of the Rabbit coin shows a gentle rabbit in a peaceful landscape, symbolizing tranquility, elegance, and good luck. The Chinese character for "rabbit" is included.
2024 - Year of the Dragon
Marking another Year of the Dragon, this coin is expected to feature a dynamic and powerful dragon, symbolizing strength, fortune, and leadership. As with the 2012 coin, it will likely include the Chinese character for "dragon."
These highlight the symbolism and cultural significance behind each year's design, making these coins cherished items for collectors and those interested in the Lunar New Year traditions from Royal Australiam mint 1$ collections.
