1 oz Silver Coin - Lunar - Year of the Rabbit - Domed - 2023
### Year of the Rabbit 2023 - 4th issue of the new Lunar Series 1 Oz Silver - Proof - Dome shaped Coin - One ounce of 99.9% Silver - Unique dome shaped Coin - Mintage only 7,500 pieces - With numbered Certificate of Authenticity - Delivery in original Box of the Royal Australian Mint This **unique dome shaped coin** is the **fourth issue** in the **new Lunar Series** by the **Royal Australian Mint** and was struck from one ounce of 99,9% silver. The silver coin is dedicated to the **Year of the Rabbit** **in 2023** and is limited to only 7,500 pieces worldwide. The motive features a rabbit surrounded by plantain lilies. The plants are symbolic for joy, harmony and innocence and emphasize the qualities associated with the rabbit. In addition, the inscription "YEAR OF THE RABBIT", the Chinese character for "rabbit" and the weight and fineness are engraved. The reverse shows the Jody Clark portrait of Queen Elizabeth II as well as the denomination and the year of issue. **The Rabbit** is the fourth of twelve signs in the **Chinese Zodiac calendar**, following the Year of the Tiger in 2022. According to the legend, the moon goddess Chang'e has a rabbit as a pet, which has always been a symbol of cheerfulness and happiness. It is also believed that the rabbit is the incarnation of the Moon Goddess herself. Those born under the sign of the Rabbit in the years 2023, 2011, 1999, 1987, 1975, 1963 and in every 12th year before are considered to be talented and ambitious. The Rabbit is popular everywhere and a good companion, distinguished especially by its patience and good nature. Rabbits are known for their sense of art and often make the right decisions based on their instincts. Despite their popularity, they shy away from change and are often insecure and rather pessimistic. The limited **dome shaped silver proof coin Year of the Rabbit 2023** is delivered in the original box from the Royal Australian Mint including a numbered certificate of authenticity.