2016 $5 Gold Lunar Monkey King – 1/20 oz Colourized BU | Australian Perth Mint

Description

Description:

Celebrate the strength, wisdom, and charisma of the legendary Monkey King with the 2016 Lunar Year of the Monkey Gold Coin, issued by the Perth Mint as part of its renowned Australian Lunar Series II. Struck in 1/20 oz of .9999 fine gold, this brilliant uncirculated coin features a rare colourized depiction of the Monkey King — a figure rooted in Chinese mythology and folklore.

Encapsulated for protection and collectibility, this small-format gold coin combines ancient symbolism with modern minting precision, making it a treasured piece for both Lunar series collectors and gold investors alike.

Design Highlights:

• Features a colourized image of the Monkey King holding a staff, inspired by Chinese legend

• Obverse shows the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley

• Struck in .9999 fine gold, weighing 1/20 oz

• Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) quality with vibrant colour application

• Part of the Lunar Series II by the Perth Mint

• Legal tender of Australia with $5 face value

• Comes encapsulated (no box or COA unless otherwise noted)

Specifications:

• Year: 2016

• Issuing Country: Australia

• Face Value: $5 AUD

• Metal: .9999 Fine Gold

• Weight: 1/20 oz (1.555 g)

• Diameter: 14.6 mm

• Finish: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU), Colourized

• Series: Lunar Series II – Year of the Monkey

• Theme: Monkey King – Chinese Zodiac

• Packaging: Capsule (no box/COA)

• Mintage: Limited (exact mintage not specified for colourized variant)