The 1999 Australia Silver Lunar Rabbit is a half-ounce silver coin struck by The Perth Mint as part of the original Lunar Series I collection. Composed of .999 fine silver and graded Brilliant Uncirculated, this coin was issued during one of the more celebrated chapters in Australian bullion coinage. It carries legal tender status under Australian law and is formally recognized as a government-issued silver coin from one of the world's most respected sovereign mints.
As a fractional piece within the Lunar Series I, the Rabbit issue holds a distinct place among collectors and silver buyers drawn to the program's annual design rotations and the prestige associated with Perth Mint craftsmanship. We carry this coin for buyers who value both the silver content and the numismatic character it brings to a holdings portfolio.
The Perth Mint launched its Australian Lunar Series I in 1996, timed to align with the twelve-year cycle of the Chinese lunar calendar. Each annual release features a new animal from the zodiac, and the 1999 edition honored the Year of the Rabbit. The series was designed to appeal
…The 1999 Australia Silver Lunar Rabbit is a half-ounce silver coin struck by The Perth Mint as part of the original Lunar Series I collection. Composed of .999 fine silver and graded Brilliant Uncirculated, this coin was issued during one of the more celebrated chapters in Australian bullion coinage. It carries legal tender status under Australian law and is formally recognized as a government-issued silver coin from one of the world's most respected sovereign mints.
As a fractional piece within the Lunar Series I, the Rabbit issue holds a distinct place among collectors and silver buyers drawn to the program's annual design rotations and the prestige associated with Perth Mint craftsmanship. We carry this coin for buyers who value both the silver content and the numismatic character it brings to a holdings portfolio.
The Perth Mint launched its Australian Lunar Series I in 1996, timed to align with the twelve-year cycle of the Chinese lunar calendar. Each annual release features a new animal from the zodiac, and the 1999 edition honored the Year of the Rabbit. The series was designed to appeal to both silver buyers and collectors, particularly those with a connection to Chinese cultural traditions. It was one of the first ongoing sovereign lunar programs to gain broad international recognition.
The Perth Mint itself was established in 1899, making it one of the oldest operating mints in the world. Originally part of the British Royal Mint system, it became a statutory authority of the Western Australian government and has since operated as one of the most technically advanced precious metals refineries and minting facilities anywhere in the world. Its reputation for precision striking, high surface quality, and innovative design has helped establish its coins as a benchmark in international bullion markets.
The Lunar Series I ran through 2007 and has since been followed by Series II and Series III iterations of the program. The original series carries strong collector recognition, and specific years tied to animals that hold cultural significance, including the Rabbit, tend to attract sustained demand well beyond their original release year.
The reverse of the 1999 Rabbit coin features a detailed depiction of a rabbit set within a traditional Australian composition, accompanied by the Chinese character for Rabbit and ornamental design elements that reflect the lunar theme. The Perth Mint's "P" mintmark appears on the reverse, along with the coin's weight, purity, and face value. The artwork is precisely struck to capture fine textural detail across both the subject and the background fields.
The obverse carries the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, which was the standard portrait used on Australian coinage during this period. Surrounding the portrait are the standard inscriptions identifying the issuing authority and the coin's denomination. The Brilliant Uncirculated finish means the surfaces retain a sharp, lustrous appearance without the frosted devices and mirror fields associated with proof coinage, giving the coin a clean and visually striking character suited to both display and storage.
At half a troy ounce, this coin occupies a practical middle ground between the one-ounce standard and smaller fractional formats. For buyers working with a defined budget, the lower per-unit cost compared to the full-ounce version makes it easier to accumulate silver across multiple purchases without committing a large amount at once. The fractional format also allows for more granular decisions when considering future resale or partial liquidation of a holdings position.
Fractional Perth Mint Lunar coins are generally straightforward to trade and are recognized by dealers familiar with the series. The half-ounce size carries a somewhat higher premium per ounce relative to the full one-ounce piece, which is typical across fractional bullion and reflects the additional cost of producing smaller coins in lower mintage quantities.
The Perth Mint operates under some of the most rigorous quality standards in the global minting industry. Each coin in the Lunar Series I was struck to precise specifications, and the half-ounce Rabbit carries .999 fine silver content consistent across the entire program. Coins from The Perth Mint are universally accepted by dealers and grading services as meeting the stated weight and purity without question.
As authorized dealers for both PCGS and NGC, we are positioned to facilitate grading submissions for customers who want third-party certification of their coins. This is particularly relevant for Lunar Series I pieces, where professional grading can add meaningful documentation of condition for higher-grade examples. Every coin we handle is verified before it is made available for purchase.
Brilliant Uncirculated indicates that this coin was struck for collector and bullion purposes without entering general circulation. BU coins retain their original mint luster and exhibit sharp, clean strikes across the design elements. While they are not held to the same surface standards as proof coins, a well-preserved BU example shows no significant wear or handling damage, and the 1999 Rabbit issue is widely available in condition consistent with that classification.
Individual coins ship in protective plastic flips that preserve surface quality during transit and handling. Larger quantities typically ship in coin tubes, which is the standard packaging format used by The Perth Mint for this series. For buyers adding this coin to an existing collection, the flip format makes it easy to inspect and store without direct contact with the coin surfaces. Specific tube quantities for the half-ounce Rabbit issue follow Perth Mint standards for the Lunar Series I, and we package accordingly based on the quantity ordered.
The base price of this coin moves with the spot price of silver, and the premium above spot reflects several overlapping factors. The Perth Mint's standing as a sovereign issuer, the Lunar Series I's established collector following, and the specific cultural significance attached to the Rabbit year all contribute to a premium that tends to run somewhat above generic fractional silver. Secondary market supply also plays a role, as the 1999 issue is no longer in active production and availability depends on what is currently in circulation among dealers and collectors.
Our pricing reflects real-time spot conditions and is structured to give buyers a clear picture of what they are actually paying. We display the bid and ask spread on each product page so customers can evaluate the complete cost picture, not just the acquisition price, before making a purchase decision. This is particularly relevant for numismatic-adjacent products like the Lunar Rabbit, where the premium component is more dynamic than it would be for a generic silver round.
The 1999 Lunar Rabbit benefits from the broad international recognition of The Perth Mint brand and the collector infrastructure built around the Lunar Series I program. Dealers familiar with the series actively trade these coins, and the .999 fine silver content ensures the underlying metal value is universally accepted regardless of the buyer's familiarity with the specific issue. Recognition within the Chinese collector market adds another dimension of demand that is not typically present for generic silver bullion.
We operate a two-way market that allows customers to both purchase and sell silver coins within the same platform. Considering resale liquidity before completing a purchase is a practice we encourage, and our competitive buyback pricing is designed to reflect realistic wholesale market conditions rather than arbitrary retail spreads. The Lunar Series I is a well-established program with consistent dealer activity, which supports more efficient resale compared to obscure or limited-distribution issues.
The 1999 Rabbit issue occupies a genuine crossover position between silver bullion and collectible coinage. It is backed by the full authority of the Australian government and struck by The Perth Mint to sovereign standards, which places it in a different category from privately minted rounds or generic silver products. For buyers who want something beyond generic silver without committing to the more fragmented and premium-heavy world of certified numismatic coins, the Lunar Series I offers a structured and recognizable entry point.
The Rabbit year carries particular resonance among collectors with an appreciation for Chinese cultural traditions, and the Series I designation adds historical weight that Series II and III equivalents cannot replicate. As a half-ounce piece, it also offers the Lunar Series I aesthetic at a lower per-unit cost than the one-ounce version, making it an accessible option for buyers looking to add a culturally and visually distinctive silver coin to an existing holdings position.
We have been building our reputation in the physical precious metals market since 2010, and our approach has remained consistent throughout: transparent pricing, honest communication, and a buying experience that respects the intelligence of our customers. Our A rating with the Better Business Bureau, membership in the American Numismatic Association and the National Coin and Bullion Association, and authorized dealer status with both PCGS and NGC reflect a sustained commitment to operating with integrity across every part of the business.
We carry the 1999 Lunar Rabbit because it represents a product with genuine collector demand and meaningful silver content, and we price it with the same transparency we apply across our entire catalog. Our two-way market model means you can evaluate both the buy and sell side before committing, rather than discovering the resale landscape only after a purchase has been made. We believe a well-informed customer is the foundation of a long-term relationship, and that philosophy shapes every part of how we operate.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing across a wide range of silver products, including numismatic-adjacent issues like the Perth Mint Lunar Series I. For a coin like the 1999 Rabbit, where the premium above spot reflects both collector demand and secondary market dynamics, having access to real-time wholesale pricing provides meaningful context that standard retail listings cannot offer. Pro members can evaluate where the current premium sits relative to historical ranges and make more informed decisions about timing and product selection.
Portfolio valuation through Pro uses live wholesale bid pricing rather than estimated retail values, giving members a more realistic view of what their holdings would actually return in the current market. Combined with product research tools that allow comparison of premiums, bid/ask spreads, and liquidity across the broader catalog, Pro is designed to bring a level of pricing transparency and market intelligence to physical silver that has traditionally been difficult to access for individual buyers.
We support a broad range of payment methods to make the purchasing process straightforward and secure. Customers can pay using major credit cards including Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover, as well as PayPal, bank-connected payments through Plaid, wire transfer, paper check, and cryptocurrency via BitPay. Each payment option is integrated with our secure checkout process to protect transaction data and ensure a reliable purchasing experience from start to finish.
Product ID: BST-0013084CA5
| Year | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Precious Metal Type | Silver |
| Bullion Coin Type | Lunar |
| Format | Coin |
| Country of Origin | Australia |
| Brand/Mint | Perth Mint |
| Mint Mark | P - Perth |
| Purity | 0.999 |
| Weight | 0.5 oz |
| Thickness (mm) | 3.9 mm |
| Diameter (mm) | 32.1 mm |
| Inner Pack (Quantity) | 20 |
| Outer Pack (Quantity) | 100 |
| Grade | BU |
The 1999 Australia Silver Lunar Rabbit is a half-ounce silver coin struck by The Perth Mint as part of the original Lunar Series I collection. Composed of .999 fine silver and graded Brilliant Uncirculated, this coin was issued during one of the more celebrated chapters in Australian bullion coinage. It carries legal tender status under Australian law and is formally recognized as a government-issued silver coin from one of the world's most respected sovereign mints.
As a fractional piece within the Lunar Series I, the Rabbit issue holds a distinct place among collectors and silver buyers drawn to the program's annual design rotations and the prestige associated with Perth Mint craftsmanship. We carry this coin for buyers who value both the silver content and the numismatic character it brings to a holdings portfolio.
The Perth Mint launched its Australian Lunar Series I in 1996, timed to align with the twelve-year cycle of the Chinese lunar calendar. Each annual release features a new animal from the zodiac, and the 1999 edition honored the Year of the Rabbit. The series was designed to appeal
…The 1999 Australia Silver Lunar Rabbit is a half-ounce silver coin struck by The Perth Mint as part of the original Lunar Series I collection. Composed of .999 fine silver and graded Brilliant Uncirculated, this coin was issued during one of the more celebrated chapters in Australian bullion coinage. It carries legal tender status under Australian law and is formally recognized as a government-issued silver coin from one of the world's most respected sovereign mints.
As a fractional piece within the Lunar Series I, the Rabbit issue holds a distinct place among collectors and silver buyers drawn to the program's annual design rotations and the prestige associated with Perth Mint craftsmanship. We carry this coin for buyers who value both the silver content and the numismatic character it brings to a holdings portfolio.
The Perth Mint launched its Australian Lunar Series I in 1996, timed to align with the twelve-year cycle of the Chinese lunar calendar. Each annual release features a new animal from the zodiac, and the 1999 edition honored the Year of the Rabbit. The series was designed to appeal to both silver buyers and collectors, particularly those with a connection to Chinese cultural traditions. It was one of the first ongoing sovereign lunar programs to gain broad international recognition.
The Perth Mint itself was established in 1899, making it one of the oldest operating mints in the world. Originally part of the British Royal Mint system, it became a statutory authority of the Western Australian government and has since operated as one of the most technically advanced precious metals refineries and minting facilities anywhere in the world. Its reputation for precision striking, high surface quality, and innovative design has helped establish its coins as a benchmark in international bullion markets.
The Lunar Series I ran through 2007 and has since been followed by Series II and Series III iterations of the program. The original series carries strong collector recognition, and specific years tied to animals that hold cultural significance, including the Rabbit, tend to attract sustained demand well beyond their original release year.
The reverse of the 1999 Rabbit coin features a detailed depiction of a rabbit set within a traditional Australian composition, accompanied by the Chinese character for Rabbit and ornamental design elements that reflect the lunar theme. The Perth Mint's "P" mintmark appears on the reverse, along with the coin's weight, purity, and face value. The artwork is precisely struck to capture fine textural detail across both the subject and the background fields.
The obverse carries the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, which was the standard portrait used on Australian coinage during this period. Surrounding the portrait are the standard inscriptions identifying the issuing authority and the coin's denomination. The Brilliant Uncirculated finish means the surfaces retain a sharp, lustrous appearance without the frosted devices and mirror fields associated with proof coinage, giving the coin a clean and visually striking character suited to both display and storage.
At half a troy ounce, this coin occupies a practical middle ground between the one-ounce standard and smaller fractional formats. For buyers working with a defined budget, the lower per-unit cost compared to the full-ounce version makes it easier to accumulate silver across multiple purchases without committing a large amount at once. The fractional format also allows for more granular decisions when considering future resale or partial liquidation of a holdings position.
Fractional Perth Mint Lunar coins are generally straightforward to trade and are recognized by dealers familiar with the series. The half-ounce size carries a somewhat higher premium per ounce relative to the full one-ounce piece, which is typical across fractional bullion and reflects the additional cost of producing smaller coins in lower mintage quantities.
The Perth Mint operates under some of the most rigorous quality standards in the global minting industry. Each coin in the Lunar Series I was struck to precise specifications, and the half-ounce Rabbit carries .999 fine silver content consistent across the entire program. Coins from The Perth Mint are universally accepted by dealers and grading services as meeting the stated weight and purity without question.
As authorized dealers for both PCGS and NGC, we are positioned to facilitate grading submissions for customers who want third-party certification of their coins. This is particularly relevant for Lunar Series I pieces, where professional grading can add meaningful documentation of condition for higher-grade examples. Every coin we handle is verified before it is made available for purchase.
Brilliant Uncirculated indicates that this coin was struck for collector and bullion purposes without entering general circulation. BU coins retain their original mint luster and exhibit sharp, clean strikes across the design elements. While they are not held to the same surface standards as proof coins, a well-preserved BU example shows no significant wear or handling damage, and the 1999 Rabbit issue is widely available in condition consistent with that classification.
Individual coins ship in protective plastic flips that preserve surface quality during transit and handling. Larger quantities typically ship in coin tubes, which is the standard packaging format used by The Perth Mint for this series. For buyers adding this coin to an existing collection, the flip format makes it easy to inspect and store without direct contact with the coin surfaces. Specific tube quantities for the half-ounce Rabbit issue follow Perth Mint standards for the Lunar Series I, and we package accordingly based on the quantity ordered.
The base price of this coin moves with the spot price of silver, and the premium above spot reflects several overlapping factors. The Perth Mint's standing as a sovereign issuer, the Lunar Series I's established collector following, and the specific cultural significance attached to the Rabbit year all contribute to a premium that tends to run somewhat above generic fractional silver. Secondary market supply also plays a role, as the 1999 issue is no longer in active production and availability depends on what is currently in circulation among dealers and collectors.
Our pricing reflects real-time spot conditions and is structured to give buyers a clear picture of what they are actually paying. We display the bid and ask spread on each product page so customers can evaluate the complete cost picture, not just the acquisition price, before making a purchase decision. This is particularly relevant for numismatic-adjacent products like the Lunar Rabbit, where the premium component is more dynamic than it would be for a generic silver round.
The 1999 Lunar Rabbit benefits from the broad international recognition of The Perth Mint brand and the collector infrastructure built around the Lunar Series I program. Dealers familiar with the series actively trade these coins, and the .999 fine silver content ensures the underlying metal value is universally accepted regardless of the buyer's familiarity with the specific issue. Recognition within the Chinese collector market adds another dimension of demand that is not typically present for generic silver bullion.
We operate a two-way market that allows customers to both purchase and sell silver coins within the same platform. Considering resale liquidity before completing a purchase is a practice we encourage, and our competitive buyback pricing is designed to reflect realistic wholesale market conditions rather than arbitrary retail spreads. The Lunar Series I is a well-established program with consistent dealer activity, which supports more efficient resale compared to obscure or limited-distribution issues.
The 1999 Rabbit issue occupies a genuine crossover position between silver bullion and collectible coinage. It is backed by the full authority of the Australian government and struck by The Perth Mint to sovereign standards, which places it in a different category from privately minted rounds or generic silver products. For buyers who want something beyond generic silver without committing to the more fragmented and premium-heavy world of certified numismatic coins, the Lunar Series I offers a structured and recognizable entry point.
The Rabbit year carries particular resonance among collectors with an appreciation for Chinese cultural traditions, and the Series I designation adds historical weight that Series II and III equivalents cannot replicate. As a half-ounce piece, it also offers the Lunar Series I aesthetic at a lower per-unit cost than the one-ounce version, making it an accessible option for buyers looking to add a culturally and visually distinctive silver coin to an existing holdings position.
We have been building our reputation in the physical precious metals market since 2010, and our approach has remained consistent throughout: transparent pricing, honest communication, and a buying experience that respects the intelligence of our customers. Our A rating with the Better Business Bureau, membership in the American Numismatic Association and the National Coin and Bullion Association, and authorized dealer status with both PCGS and NGC reflect a sustained commitment to operating with integrity across every part of the business.
We carry the 1999 Lunar Rabbit because it represents a product with genuine collector demand and meaningful silver content, and we price it with the same transparency we apply across our entire catalog. Our two-way market model means you can evaluate both the buy and sell side before committing, rather than discovering the resale landscape only after a purchase has been made. We believe a well-informed customer is the foundation of a long-term relationship, and that philosophy shapes every part of how we operate.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing across a wide range of silver products, including numismatic-adjacent issues like the Perth Mint Lunar Series I. For a coin like the 1999 Rabbit, where the premium above spot reflects both collector demand and secondary market dynamics, having access to real-time wholesale pricing provides meaningful context that standard retail listings cannot offer. Pro members can evaluate where the current premium sits relative to historical ranges and make more informed decisions about timing and product selection.
Portfolio valuation through Pro uses live wholesale bid pricing rather than estimated retail values, giving members a more realistic view of what their holdings would actually return in the current market. Combined with product research tools that allow comparison of premiums, bid/ask spreads, and liquidity across the broader catalog, Pro is designed to bring a level of pricing transparency and market intelligence to physical silver that has traditionally been difficult to access for individual buyers.
We support a broad range of payment methods to make the purchasing process straightforward and secure. Customers can pay using major credit cards including Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover, as well as PayPal, bank-connected payments through Plaid, wire transfer, paper check, and cryptocurrency via BitPay. Each payment option is integrated with our secure checkout process to protect transaction data and ensure a reliable purchasing experience from start to finish.
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