2009 Chinese Mythological Characters Silver Coin Series - Fortune
- Specimen Quality 99.9% Pure Silver
- Australian Legal Tender
- Coloured Character Symbolising Fortune
- Unusual Rectangle Shape
- Presentation Card and Sleeve
PART OF A LUCKY GOLD AND SILVER COIN SERIES FEATURING ‘FORTUNE’, ‘SUCCESS’, ‘LONGEVITY’ AND ‘WEALTH’
AUS $59.09
[US$54.24]
09M49CAA
2009 Chinese Mythological Characters Silver Coin Series - Fortune


Vivid characters hold centre stage in Chinese mythology, a vast anthology of ancient legends, folklore and traditional beliefs. Some of the most popular characters are revered as embodiments of fortune, success, longevity and wealth. Displayed in many homes and businesses, these ‘lucky’ figures exercise a powerful influence in many people’s lives.
Character Symbolising Fortune
This rectangular coin portrays a Chinese mythological character symbolising fortune. The colourfully illustrated figure on the reverse is accompanied by its name in Chinese script inside the representation of an ‘auspicious’ cloud.
Specimen Quality 99.9% Pure Silver
The coin is struck by The Perth Mint from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver in specimen quality.
Australian Legal Tender
The coin, which is issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965, portrays the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse.
Presentation Packaging
The coin is housed in a colourfully illustrated presentation card and sleeve.
Technical Specifications
| Silver Content (Troy oz) |
1 |
| Monetary Denomination (AUD) |
1 |
| Fineness (% purity) |
99.9 |
| Minimum Gross Weight (g) |
31.112 |
| Maximum Dimensions (mm) |
47.60 x 27.40 |
| Maximum Thickness (mm) |
4 |
AUS $59.09
[US$54.24]
09M49CAA
2009 Chinese Mythological Characters Silver Coin Series - Fortune