Pre-Owned 2020 UK Lunar Rat 1/4oz Gold Coin
The Pre-Owned 2020 UK Lunar Rat 1/4oz Gold Coin was struck in celebration of the Year of the Rat, the first of the 12 animals associated with the ancient Chinese lunar calendar. The reverse design features a detailed design showing a rat crouching and sniffing the air, depicting its curious nature, along with the inscription 'Year of the Rat 2020'. Also detailed upon this side of the coin is the weight and fineness. The obverse design depicts the fifth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on a guilloche background design, and the monetary denomination of £25. - Each coin weighs 7.77g and is 999.9 Fine Gold. - Minted by The Royal Mint in Llantrisant, South Wales. - VAT Free and Capital Gains Tax Exempt. - Struck to a bullion finish. - Diameter: 22mm. **Other Information** The rat is the first of the 12 animals in the 12-year cycle of the Chinese zodiac. The birth dates for people ruled by the Chinese Lunar Rat include 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020. Those born under the influence of this sign are said to be clever and quick thinking people who are successful, but also content with living a quiet life. The images show the type of coin you will receive, not the exact item.