The 2015 1/4 oz Australia Gold Lunar Goat is a fractional gold coin struck by The Perth Mint as part of its acclaimed Lunar Series II program. Composed of .9999 fine gold and weighing one-quarter troy ounce, it carries legal tender status under Australian law with a face value backed by the government of Australia. This is one of the more recognized fractional gold coins in the international bullion market, combining high purity with strong collector and buyer demand tied to the Chinese Lunar calendar.
The coin celebrates the Year of the Goat, corresponding to 2015 in the twelve-year Lunar cycle. Each year in the series features a unique animal design, making individual releases like this one both a standalone bullion holding and a collectible within a larger set. We carry the coin in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, reflecting the quality standard The Perth Mint applies to this series.
The Perth Mint launched its Lunar Series II program in 2008, building on the success of the original Lunar Series I that ran from 1996 to 2007. The second series maintained the same twelve-animal cycle but introdu
…The 2015 1/4 oz Australia Gold Lunar Goat is a fractional gold coin struck by The Perth Mint as part of its acclaimed Lunar Series II program. Composed of .9999 fine gold and weighing one-quarter troy ounce, it carries legal tender status under Australian law with a face value backed by the government of Australia. This is one of the more recognized fractional gold coins in the international bullion market, combining high purity with strong collector and buyer demand tied to the Chinese Lunar calendar.
The coin celebrates the Year of the Goat, corresponding to 2015 in the twelve-year Lunar cycle. Each year in the series features a unique animal design, making individual releases like this one both a standalone bullion holding and a collectible within a larger set. We carry the coin in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, reflecting the quality standard The Perth Mint applies to this series.
The Perth Mint launched its Lunar Series II program in 2008, building on the success of the original Lunar Series I that ran from 1996 to 2007. The second series maintained the same twelve-animal cycle but introduced new designs, updated compositions, and expanded format offerings, including fractional sizes that made the program more accessible to a broader range of buyers. The Goat release in 2015 followed the Horse in 2014 and preceded the Monkey in 2016.
The Perth Mint itself was established in 1899 and operates as a statutory authority of the Government of Western Australia. It is one of the most technically advanced minting facilities in the world and holds a long-standing reputation for producing gold coins of exceptional quality and consistency. Its Lunar Series has become a benchmark for government-issued, themed gold bullion coins globally.
The reverse of the coin features a detailed depiction of a goat standing in a natural setting, rendered with the fine relief and crisp detailing characteristic of Perth Mint craftsmanship. The design incorporates Chinese script for the Year of the Goat, the year of issue, and the coin's weight and purity. The composition creates a strong visual focal point that distinguishes this release from more generic bullion formats.
The obverse bears the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, as was standard for Australian coinage through this period. The portrait is accompanied by the legal tender face value and the word "Australia." The overall finish across both sides reflects the Brilliant Uncirculated standard, with clean fields, sharp strike detail, and no intentional frosted contrast typical of proof issues.
At one-quarter troy ounce, this coin occupies a practical middle ground between the smaller 1/10 oz format and a full one-ounce piece. The fractional size allows buyers to acquire a .9999 fine gold coin with a lower per-unit cost than a full ounce while still holding a recognized, government-issued product with clear weight and purity markings. This format is particularly useful for buyers who want to build holdings incrementally or prefer smaller denominations when trading or gifting.
The 1/4 oz size is also among the more widely traded fractional formats in the secondary market, which supports its recognition and ease of handling across resale and exchange contexts. Buyers who prioritize flexibility in how they hold and eventually move physical gold often find this format a practical choice alongside standard one-ounce holdings.
Every coin in this series is produced by The Perth Mint under strict quality controls that govern weight tolerance, purity verification, and strike consistency. The .9999 fine gold standard means the coin contains virtually no base metal alloy, and the mint's reputation for adherence to this specification is well established across international wholesale and retail markets. Perth Mint products are widely accepted as benchmark-quality gold coins in professional dealer and auction environments.
We verify the authenticity, weight, and purity of products before they reach our customers. As authorized dealers for both PCGS and NGC, we also have direct access to professional third-party grading and encapsulation services for customers who require certified authentication beyond the standard BU condition.
Brilliant Uncirculated indicates that the coin was struck for circulation-quality production using standard dies and finished to a high standard without the additional polishing or frosted relief associated with proof issues. BU coins exhibit sharp detail, clean fields, and no wear from handling or circulation, though minor contact marks or bag marks from production handling may be present. This is consistent with the BU designation across the industry and does not affect the metal content or purity of the coin.
Individual coins ship in protective plastic flips to prevent surface contact during transit. A standard tube of these 1/4 oz Lunar coins typically holds 20 pieces, and larger orders at the sealed box quantity will ship in the corresponding original Perth Mint packaging. If you have questions about packaging for a specific quantity, our team is available to clarify before purchase.
The price of this coin moves in direct relation to the spot price of gold, with a premium layered on top to account for minting costs, the Perth Mint's reputation, the coin's numismatic recognition within the Lunar Series, and distribution. Fractional gold coins typically carry a higher premium per ounce relative to full-ounce coins due to the additional cost of producing smaller blanks at tight tolerances.
Demand for Lunar Series coins also responds to collector interest alongside standard bullion demand. The 2015 Goat release, like others in the series, draws interest from buyers completing sets as well as those holding it purely for its gold content. This dual demand profile can influence premiums at certain points in the market cycle. Our pricing reflects real-time spot conditions and is structured to provide clear, consistent value without unnecessary complexity.
Perth Mint Lunar Series coins are recognized globally and trade actively in both dealer and private markets. The combination of government-issued status, .9999 fine gold content, and the well-documented series format makes these coins straightforward to sell across most professional channels. The 1/4 oz size is less universally liquid than a full ounce but is still widely accepted, particularly among dealers familiar with the Lunar program.
We operate a two-way market that allows customers to both purchase and sell within the same platform. Buyback pricing is competitive and reflects current wholesale market conditions, giving you a clear picture of the resale side of the transaction before you commit to buying. Understanding both the acquisition cost and the expected liquidation value provides a more complete view of what it means to hold this coin over time.
This coin occupies a distinct position in the gold bullion market by combining investment-grade metal content with the appeal of a limited annual design within a long-running, well-regarded series. Unlike generic gold rounds, it carries legal tender status, is produced by one of the world's most respected government mints, and benefits from the sustained collector interest that the Lunar Series has generated over more than two decades. The 2015 Goat release is a closed year, meaning no additional pieces will be produced, which adds a degree of defined scarcity not present in open-ended products.
The .9999 purity standard also makes it compatible with most gold IRA custodians that accept Perth Mint coins, adding a potential utility dimension that generic rounds or lower-purity coins may not offer. For buyers seeking a fractional gold coin with strong institutional and collector recognition, this release is a well-rounded option.
We built this platform on the idea that buyers deserve access to clear pricing, verifiable product quality, and a straightforward experience from purchase through to potential resale. Our pricing reflects live market conditions, and our two-way market model means we think about the sell side of the transaction just as carefully as the buy side. That transparency is reflected in the bid/ask spread displayed on each product page.
We maintain an A rating with the Better Business Bureau and hold active memberships with the American Numismatic Association and the National Coin and Bullion Association. Our authorized dealer relationships with both PCGS and NGC give customers direct access to professional grading services when needed. Every product we carry is verified for authenticity, weight, and purity, and we source from reputable mints, refineries, and established wholesale channels. Our customer service team is knowledgeable and accessible, and our fulfillment process is designed to meet the expectations of buyers who take their physical metal holdings seriously.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing on products including Perth Mint Lunar coins. Rather than relying on static retail prices, Pro members see pricing that reflects real-time supply and demand at the wholesale level, with no additional dealer markups applied on top of that market pricing. For fractional gold coins where premiums can vary meaningfully based on collector demand and market conditions, having direct visibility into current wholesale pricing is a meaningful advantage.
Pro also includes real-time portfolio valuation based on live wholesale bid prices, giving you a more accurate picture of current liquidation value rather than an estimated retail equivalent. Proprietary research tools allow you to evaluate this coin alongside comparable products using metrics like historical premiums, bid/ask spread tightness, and liquidity data, so your purchasing decisions are grounded in objective market information rather than marketing claims.
We support a wide range of payment methods to make the purchasing process straightforward and secure. Accepted options include Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover, as well as PayPal, bank-connected payments through Plaid, wire transfer, paper check, and cryptocurrency payments through BitPay. Each method is processed through a secure transaction environment designed to protect your information at every step.
Whether you prefer the speed of a wire transfer for larger purchases or the convenience of a credit card for fractional quantities, we have structured our payment options to accommodate different buying preferences without compromising on transaction security or reliability.
Product ID: BST-0006558E42
| Year | 2015 |
|---|---|
| Precious Metal Type | Gold |
| Bullion Coin Type | Lunar |
| Format | Coin |
| Country of Origin | Australia |
| Brand/Mint | Perth Mint |
| Mint Mark | P - Perth |
| Purity | 0.9999 |
| Weight | 0.25 oz |
| Thickness (mm) | 2.2 mm |
| Diameter (mm) | 22.6 mm |
| Inner Pack (Quantity) | 25 |
| Grade | BU |
The 2015 1/4 oz Australia Gold Lunar Goat is a fractional gold coin struck by The Perth Mint as part of its acclaimed Lunar Series II program. Composed of .9999 fine gold and weighing one-quarter troy ounce, it carries legal tender status under Australian law with a face value backed by the government of Australia. This is one of the more recognized fractional gold coins in the international bullion market, combining high purity with strong collector and buyer demand tied to the Chinese Lunar calendar.
The coin celebrates the Year of the Goat, corresponding to 2015 in the twelve-year Lunar cycle. Each year in the series features a unique animal design, making individual releases like this one both a standalone bullion holding and a collectible within a larger set. We carry the coin in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, reflecting the quality standard The Perth Mint applies to this series.
The Perth Mint launched its Lunar Series II program in 2008, building on the success of the original Lunar Series I that ran from 1996 to 2007. The second series maintained the same twelve-animal cycle but introdu
…The 2015 1/4 oz Australia Gold Lunar Goat is a fractional gold coin struck by The Perth Mint as part of its acclaimed Lunar Series II program. Composed of .9999 fine gold and weighing one-quarter troy ounce, it carries legal tender status under Australian law with a face value backed by the government of Australia. This is one of the more recognized fractional gold coins in the international bullion market, combining high purity with strong collector and buyer demand tied to the Chinese Lunar calendar.
The coin celebrates the Year of the Goat, corresponding to 2015 in the twelve-year Lunar cycle. Each year in the series features a unique animal design, making individual releases like this one both a standalone bullion holding and a collectible within a larger set. We carry the coin in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, reflecting the quality standard The Perth Mint applies to this series.
The Perth Mint launched its Lunar Series II program in 2008, building on the success of the original Lunar Series I that ran from 1996 to 2007. The second series maintained the same twelve-animal cycle but introduced new designs, updated compositions, and expanded format offerings, including fractional sizes that made the program more accessible to a broader range of buyers. The Goat release in 2015 followed the Horse in 2014 and preceded the Monkey in 2016.
The Perth Mint itself was established in 1899 and operates as a statutory authority of the Government of Western Australia. It is one of the most technically advanced minting facilities in the world and holds a long-standing reputation for producing gold coins of exceptional quality and consistency. Its Lunar Series has become a benchmark for government-issued, themed gold bullion coins globally.
The reverse of the coin features a detailed depiction of a goat standing in a natural setting, rendered with the fine relief and crisp detailing characteristic of Perth Mint craftsmanship. The design incorporates Chinese script for the Year of the Goat, the year of issue, and the coin's weight and purity. The composition creates a strong visual focal point that distinguishes this release from more generic bullion formats.
The obverse bears the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, as was standard for Australian coinage through this period. The portrait is accompanied by the legal tender face value and the word "Australia." The overall finish across both sides reflects the Brilliant Uncirculated standard, with clean fields, sharp strike detail, and no intentional frosted contrast typical of proof issues.
At one-quarter troy ounce, this coin occupies a practical middle ground between the smaller 1/10 oz format and a full one-ounce piece. The fractional size allows buyers to acquire a .9999 fine gold coin with a lower per-unit cost than a full ounce while still holding a recognized, government-issued product with clear weight and purity markings. This format is particularly useful for buyers who want to build holdings incrementally or prefer smaller denominations when trading or gifting.
The 1/4 oz size is also among the more widely traded fractional formats in the secondary market, which supports its recognition and ease of handling across resale and exchange contexts. Buyers who prioritize flexibility in how they hold and eventually move physical gold often find this format a practical choice alongside standard one-ounce holdings.
Every coin in this series is produced by The Perth Mint under strict quality controls that govern weight tolerance, purity verification, and strike consistency. The .9999 fine gold standard means the coin contains virtually no base metal alloy, and the mint's reputation for adherence to this specification is well established across international wholesale and retail markets. Perth Mint products are widely accepted as benchmark-quality gold coins in professional dealer and auction environments.
We verify the authenticity, weight, and purity of products before they reach our customers. As authorized dealers for both PCGS and NGC, we also have direct access to professional third-party grading and encapsulation services for customers who require certified authentication beyond the standard BU condition.
Brilliant Uncirculated indicates that the coin was struck for circulation-quality production using standard dies and finished to a high standard without the additional polishing or frosted relief associated with proof issues. BU coins exhibit sharp detail, clean fields, and no wear from handling or circulation, though minor contact marks or bag marks from production handling may be present. This is consistent with the BU designation across the industry and does not affect the metal content or purity of the coin.
Individual coins ship in protective plastic flips to prevent surface contact during transit. A standard tube of these 1/4 oz Lunar coins typically holds 20 pieces, and larger orders at the sealed box quantity will ship in the corresponding original Perth Mint packaging. If you have questions about packaging for a specific quantity, our team is available to clarify before purchase.
The price of this coin moves in direct relation to the spot price of gold, with a premium layered on top to account for minting costs, the Perth Mint's reputation, the coin's numismatic recognition within the Lunar Series, and distribution. Fractional gold coins typically carry a higher premium per ounce relative to full-ounce coins due to the additional cost of producing smaller blanks at tight tolerances.
Demand for Lunar Series coins also responds to collector interest alongside standard bullion demand. The 2015 Goat release, like others in the series, draws interest from buyers completing sets as well as those holding it purely for its gold content. This dual demand profile can influence premiums at certain points in the market cycle. Our pricing reflects real-time spot conditions and is structured to provide clear, consistent value without unnecessary complexity.
Perth Mint Lunar Series coins are recognized globally and trade actively in both dealer and private markets. The combination of government-issued status, .9999 fine gold content, and the well-documented series format makes these coins straightforward to sell across most professional channels. The 1/4 oz size is less universally liquid than a full ounce but is still widely accepted, particularly among dealers familiar with the Lunar program.
We operate a two-way market that allows customers to both purchase and sell within the same platform. Buyback pricing is competitive and reflects current wholesale market conditions, giving you a clear picture of the resale side of the transaction before you commit to buying. Understanding both the acquisition cost and the expected liquidation value provides a more complete view of what it means to hold this coin over time.
This coin occupies a distinct position in the gold bullion market by combining investment-grade metal content with the appeal of a limited annual design within a long-running, well-regarded series. Unlike generic gold rounds, it carries legal tender status, is produced by one of the world's most respected government mints, and benefits from the sustained collector interest that the Lunar Series has generated over more than two decades. The 2015 Goat release is a closed year, meaning no additional pieces will be produced, which adds a degree of defined scarcity not present in open-ended products.
The .9999 purity standard also makes it compatible with most gold IRA custodians that accept Perth Mint coins, adding a potential utility dimension that generic rounds or lower-purity coins may not offer. For buyers seeking a fractional gold coin with strong institutional and collector recognition, this release is a well-rounded option.
We built this platform on the idea that buyers deserve access to clear pricing, verifiable product quality, and a straightforward experience from purchase through to potential resale. Our pricing reflects live market conditions, and our two-way market model means we think about the sell side of the transaction just as carefully as the buy side. That transparency is reflected in the bid/ask spread displayed on each product page.
We maintain an A rating with the Better Business Bureau and hold active memberships with the American Numismatic Association and the National Coin and Bullion Association. Our authorized dealer relationships with both PCGS and NGC give customers direct access to professional grading services when needed. Every product we carry is verified for authenticity, weight, and purity, and we source from reputable mints, refineries, and established wholesale channels. Our customer service team is knowledgeable and accessible, and our fulfillment process is designed to meet the expectations of buyers who take their physical metal holdings seriously.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing on products including Perth Mint Lunar coins. Rather than relying on static retail prices, Pro members see pricing that reflects real-time supply and demand at the wholesale level, with no additional dealer markups applied on top of that market pricing. For fractional gold coins where premiums can vary meaningfully based on collector demand and market conditions, having direct visibility into current wholesale pricing is a meaningful advantage.
Pro also includes real-time portfolio valuation based on live wholesale bid prices, giving you a more accurate picture of current liquidation value rather than an estimated retail equivalent. Proprietary research tools allow you to evaluate this coin alongside comparable products using metrics like historical premiums, bid/ask spread tightness, and liquidity data, so your purchasing decisions are grounded in objective market information rather than marketing claims.
We support a wide range of payment methods to make the purchasing process straightforward and secure. Accepted options include Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover, as well as PayPal, bank-connected payments through Plaid, wire transfer, paper check, and cryptocurrency payments through BitPay. Each method is processed through a secure transaction environment designed to protect your information at every step.
Whether you prefer the speed of a wire transfer for larger purchases or the convenience of a credit card for fractional quantities, we have structured our payment options to accommodate different buying preferences without compromising on transaction security or reliability.
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