2007 1/2 Oz Australia Silver Lunar Pig (Series I) - BU

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Product ID: BST-00161465D8

Specifications

Year 2007
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

Product Details

Overview of the 2007 1/2 oz Australia Silver Lunar Pig (Series I)

The 2007 Australia Silver Lunar Pig is a half-ounce silver coin struck in .999 fine silver by The Perth Mint as part of the original Australian Lunar Series I program. Issued as legal tender under Australian law, the coin carries a face value and bears the official effigy of Queen Elizabeth II on its obverse. It is widely recognized among collectors and silver buyers who follow the Lunar series, and we carry it as part of our selection of Perth Mint issues.

The coin's combination of government-backed issuance, recognized silver content, and annual series collectibility gives it standing in both the bullion and numismatic segments of the market. The Pig is the final release in the twelve-year Series I cycle, which adds a measure of significance to this particular issue within the broader collection.

History and Background

The Perth Mint launched the Australian Lunar Series I in 1996 to coincide with the Chinese Lunar Calendar, releasing a new animal design each year through 2007. The series was one of the earliest government-backed bullion programs to combine changing annual designs with multiple size options and

Overview of the 2007 1/2 oz Australia Silver Lunar Pig (Series I)

The 2007 Australia Silver Lunar Pig is a half-ounce silver coin struck in .999 fine silver by The Perth Mint as part of the original Australian Lunar Series I program. Issued as legal tender under Australian law, the coin carries a face value and bears the official effigy of Queen Elizabeth II on its obverse. It is widely recognized among collectors and silver buyers who follow the Lunar series, and we carry it as part of our selection of Perth Mint issues.

The coin's combination of government-backed issuance, recognized silver content, and annual series collectibility gives it standing in both the bullion and numismatic segments of the market. The Pig is the final release in the twelve-year Series I cycle, which adds a measure of significance to this particular issue within the broader collection.

History and Background

The Perth Mint launched the Australian Lunar Series I in 1996 to coincide with the Chinese Lunar Calendar, releasing a new animal design each year through 2007. The series was one of the earliest government-backed bullion programs to combine changing annual designs with multiple size options and consistent precious metal specifications, a format that has since become a standard approach in the industry.

The Perth Mint itself traces its origins to 1899, when it was established as a branch of the British Royal Mint in Western Australia. Over more than a century of continuous operation, it developed into one of the most respected sovereign minting facilities in the world, known for high production standards and detailed artistry. The Australian Lunar series became one of its defining programs and helped establish international demand for Perth Mint silver products well beyond Australia's domestic market.

The 2007 Pig concludes Series I and precedes the launch of Series II, which began in 2008 with a redesigned Rat. For collectors who tracked the series from the beginning, the Pig represents the close of a twelve-year arc, a detail that has consistently supported collector interest in this specific release.

Design and Aesthetics

The reverse of the coin features a highly detailed depiction of a pig, the twelfth and final animal in the Chinese Lunar zodiac cycle. The Perth Mint's design team rendered the image with characteristic attention to texture and depth, capturing the animal in a naturalistic pose against a clean field. The inscriptions include the year of issue, the coin's weight, metal purity, and the issuing country.

The obverse carries the Ian Rank-Broadley portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, standard for Australian coinage of this period. This portrait, introduced in 1998, presents a right-facing effigy with fine engraved detail and is accompanied by the legal tender denomination and the Queen's name. The combination of the sovereign portrait and the lunar reverse design gives the coin a layered visual identity that appeals to both numismatic and bullion-focused buyers.

As a Brilliant Uncirculated issue, the coin exhibits clean fields and well-struck design elements without the frosted cameo contrast found on proof versions. The finish is polished and precise, consistent with The Perth Mint's production standards at the time.

Fractional Size and Accessibility

At half a troy ounce, this coin occupies a practical middle ground between the more common one-ounce format and smaller fractional options like quarter-ounce pieces. The reduced silver content lowers the per-coin acquisition cost relative to a full ounce, which makes it easier to add individual pieces to a collection without committing to larger denominations. This format also suits buyers who want to acquire multiple Lunar Series animals without scaling up to full-ounce versions across every year.

Fractional Perth Mint coins in this series tend to carry slightly higher premiums per ounce than their one-ounce counterparts, which is typical for smaller sovereign issues where production costs are distributed across less metal. That tradeoff is generally accepted by collectors who prioritize the specific year and animal over the most cost-efficient silver price per ounce.

Authenticity and Product Integrity

Every coin in this series was struck by The Perth Mint under strict quality controls that govern weight, diameter, and fineness. The .999 silver standard is verified during the minting process, and Perth Mint coins from this era are widely authenticated based on their precise physical specifications and design consistency. The mint's established global reputation provides a strong baseline for verification.

We verify authenticity, weight, and purity on the products we handle, and our authorized dealer relationships with PCGS and NGC give us direct access to professional third-party grading and certification when needed. For collectors who want an independently certified example, both services recognize and authenticate Perth Mint Lunar coins from this series.

Condition and Packaging

This coin is listed in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, meaning it has not been placed into circulation and retains its original mint-struck appearance. BU coins from The Perth Mint are typically delivered in original mint packaging, which for individual half-ounce Lunar coins from Series I commonly consists of a protective sleeve or capsule. Single coins we ship without original mint packaging are placed in protective plastic flips to prevent handling damage during transit.

Standard packaging for Perth Mint Lunar half-ounce coins includes individual or carded presentation options at the single-coin level, with multiples typically organized in tubes. Full tube and sealed box quantities follow the mint's standard packing configuration for this series, and we reflect those formats where applicable. If you are purchasing for a complete set or in quantity, the packaging format helps preserve the coins' condition between acquisition and long-term storage.

Pricing and Market Factors

The base price of this coin moves with the spot price of silver, with a premium applied above that level to account for minting costs, distribution, and the coin's recognized status as both a bullion and collectible issue. Perth Mint Lunar coins typically carry premiums that reflect both the quality of production and the demand profile of the series, particularly for final-year issues like the Pig that close out a completed twelve-animal cycle.

Collector demand adds a layer of pricing complexity that is less present in generic silver rounds or common bullion bars. Series I Pig coins in BU condition can reflect premiums influenced by the availability of remaining inventory and the sustained interest from Lunar series collectors. Our pricing is structured around real-time spot pricing and updated to reflect current market conditions rather than fixed retail markups.

Selling and Liquidity

The Australian Lunar series enjoys broad international recognition, and Perth Mint coins trade actively in secondary markets across North America, Europe, and Asia. The combination of sovereign issuance, verified fineness, and a dedicated collector base supports consistent demand for Lunar Pig coins at the time of resale. The half-ounce format is slightly less liquid than the one-ounce version by volume, but the coin's identity within a completed series sustains interest from collectors completing sets.

We operate a two-way market that allows customers to both purchase and sell precious metals within the same platform. Liquidity is a factor worth considering before any acquisition, and we display bid/ask spread information on our product pages to give buyers a clearer picture of the full transaction cost and current resale value relative to the purchase price.

Why Buy the 2007 1/2 oz Australia Silver Lunar Pig?

The Pig holds a specific place within the Lunar Series I as the final issue in the twelve-year cycle, which makes it a natural acquisition target for collectors working to complete the set. Its status as the closing coin of the series gives it a narrative significance that generic silver products simply do not carry. For buyers who have followed the series, adding the Pig in BU condition represents a meaningful completion rather than just another silver purchase.

Beyond the series context, the coin offers government-backed issuance, recognized .999 silver content, and Perth Mint craftsmanship in a format that is accessible without the higher per-coin cost of the full-ounce version. It functions effectively as both a collectible and a tangible silver holding, which broadens its appeal across different buyer motivations.

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We have built our platform around transparent pricing, honest sourcing, and a buying experience that respects your ability to make informed decisions. Our pricing reflects real-time market conditions, and we display bid/ask spreads on product pages so the full cost of ownership is visible before you commit. That level of pricing clarity is something we consider non-negotiable, not a feature.

Our credentials support that approach in practical terms. We hold an A rating with the Better Business Bureau, maintain memberships in both the American Numismatic Association and the National Coin and Bullion Association, and are authorized dealers for PCGS and NGC. Every product we handle is verified for authenticity, weight, and purity. For Perth Mint Lunar coins, that means you receive exactly what is listed, in the stated condition, with the documentation and packaging appropriate to the product.

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