The 2016 Australian Silver Lunar Monkey is a half-ounce silver coin struck by The Perth Mint as part of its acclaimed Series II Lunar collection. Struck in .999 fine silver with a weight of 0.5 troy ounces, this coin carries legal tender status under the Australian government and is issued in Brilliant Uncirculated condition. The Perth Mint mark, a "P" privy, confirms its origin from one of the world's most respected sovereign minting facilities.
This coin commemorates the Year of the Monkey in the Chinese lunar calendar, one of twelve animals that cycle through the Lunar series. The half-ounce format sits alongside the full one-ounce and larger kilo editions within the same release year, making it one of several size options available to collectors and buyers. We carry this coin as part of our broader offering of Perth Mint issues, which consistently rank among the most recognizable government-backed silver coins available in the global market.
The Perth Mint launched its Australian Lunar Silver Bullion Coin program with Series I in 1996, cycling through all twelve animals of the Chine
…The 2016 Australian Silver Lunar Monkey is a half-ounce silver coin struck by The Perth Mint as part of its acclaimed Series II Lunar collection. Struck in .999 fine silver with a weight of 0.5 troy ounces, this coin carries legal tender status under the Australian government and is issued in Brilliant Uncirculated condition. The Perth Mint mark, a "P" privy, confirms its origin from one of the world's most respected sovereign minting facilities.
This coin commemorates the Year of the Monkey in the Chinese lunar calendar, one of twelve animals that cycle through the Lunar series. The half-ounce format sits alongside the full one-ounce and larger kilo editions within the same release year, making it one of several size options available to collectors and buyers. We carry this coin as part of our broader offering of Perth Mint issues, which consistently rank among the most recognizable government-backed silver coins available in the global market.
The Perth Mint launched its Australian Lunar Silver Bullion Coin program with Series I in 1996, cycling through all twelve animals of the Chinese zodiac by 2007. Series II began in 2008 and runs through 2019, revisiting the same lunar calendar with entirely new designs, updated artistic direction, and expanded size options. The 2016 release falls in the Year of the Monkey, the ninth year in the Series II cycle.
The Perth Mint itself was established in 1899 as a branch of the Royal Mint and has operated continuously ever since, making it the oldest operating mint in Australia. It has built a strong international reputation for precision craftsmanship, consistent quality standards, and a diverse catalog of sovereign bullion and collector coin programs. The Lunar series has become one of its flagship offerings, with strong recognition across Asian collector markets and among global silver buyers more broadly.
The Monkey holds a distinctive place in Chinese culture, representing cleverness, adaptability, and curiosity. These themes are traditionally incorporated into the coin's design and have made Monkey-year releases perennially popular within the Lunar series, often drawing stronger collector interest than some other zodiac animals in the same program.
The reverse of the 2016 Silver Lunar Monkey features a detailed depiction of a monkey rendered with the naturalistic engraving style characteristic of Series II releases. The composition typically includes the animal in a dynamic, lifelike pose accompanied by elements drawn from traditional imagery, with the year of issue and face value inscribed on the reverse field. The Perth Mint's design team applied high-relief detailing across the coin's surface, producing a sense of depth and dimension that distinguishes Series II coins from earlier iterations.
The obverse carries the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, the standard portrait used across Australian legal tender coins during this period. The monarch's image faces right and is surrounded by inscriptions noting the country of issue, the coin's face value of fifty cents, and the year. The combination of a detailed wildlife reverse with a formal sovereign obverse is characteristic of the Lunar series format and contributes to the coin's dual identity as both a bullion product and a collectible.
Brilliant Uncirculated coins from The Perth Mint benefit from careful production and handling standards that preserve their surface quality. The finish on this piece reflects the clean, polished fields and sharp design relief typical of BU Perth Mint issues, with no wear or circulation marks from the minting process itself.
At half a troy ounce, this coin occupies a practical middle ground between smaller fractional sizes and the standard one-ounce format. The lower entry cost relative to a full-ounce piece makes it approachable for buyers who want exposure to a specific Lunar year release without committing the full premium that accompanies a larger coin. It also fits naturally within a structured collection alongside other sizes from the same year.
Fractional silver coins from Perth Mint tend to carry slightly higher premiums per troy ounce than their full-ounce counterparts, which is typical across most fractional bullion formats. Buyers choosing the half-ounce format are generally prioritizing the specific design and collectible characteristics of the Lunar series over achieving the lowest possible per-ounce acquisition cost.
Each coin in the Australian Lunar Silver series is struck by The Perth Mint to .999 fine silver with a guaranteed weight of 0.5 troy ounces, backed by the authority of the Australian government. The Perth Mint applies strict quality controls throughout its production process, and these coins are recognized internationally as meeting consistent, verifiable purity and weight standards. The "P" mint mark on each coin serves as a direct indicator of its origin and authenticity.
We verify all products for authenticity before they are offered through our platform. Our authorized dealer relationships with both PCGS and NGC further support our ability to facilitate third-party certification for coins where grading or encapsulation is desired. For a coin like this one, professional grading can provide additional documentation of condition and authenticity for buyers who prioritize that level of assurance.
This coin is offered in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, meaning it has not been in circulation and retains the original surface quality produced during minting. BU coins from The Perth Mint are known for clean fields and well-struck details, though this grade represents an uncirculated commercial standard rather than a numismatically graded designation such as MS-69 or MS-70.
Individual coins ship in protective plastic flips to preserve their surface condition during transit. Standard Perth Mint half-ounce Lunar coins are typically packaged in tubes of 20 at the mint pack level, with larger quantities sealed in boxes. When ordering single coins or small quantities, buyers receive the coin in a flip. Orders reaching standard tube quantities are typically fulfilled in the original Perth Mint tube. We aim to maintain packaging integrity consistent with how the coins are received from the mint or distributor.
The price of this coin moves with the spot price of silver as its primary driver, with a premium added above spot to reflect the coin's production cost, design, and collector demand. Premiums on fractional Perth Mint Lunar coins tend to be higher on a per-ounce basis than those on standard one-ounce bullion coins, reflecting both the lower metal content and the collector interest specific to the Lunar series format.
Monkey-year releases within the Lunar series have historically maintained stronger collector demand than some other zodiac years, which can influence secondary market pricing over time. Our pricing reflects live spot price movements and is updated in real time, so the premium you see on the product page represents the current relationship between spot silver and the market value of this specific coin. The bid/ask spread displayed on the product page gives a clearer picture of both the acquisition cost and the resale value at any given moment.
Perth Mint Lunar coins are among the more liquid collectible silver coins in the market, recognized by dealers and collectors across North America, Europe, and Asia. The combination of government backing, consistent purity standards, and the international appeal of the Chinese lunar calendar theme supports broad recognition in resale environments. Half-ounce fractional coins generally attract a narrower pool of buyers than full-ounce pieces, which is worth factoring in when considering liquidity relative to larger formats in the same series.
We operate as a two-way market, meaning customers can sell back coins they hold as well as purchase new ones. Our competitive buyback pricing is structured to reflect current wholesale market conditions rather than arbitrary dealer margins. We encourage buyers to evaluate liquidity before completing a purchase, and the bid/ask spread displayed on our product pages is designed to support exactly that kind of informed decision-making.
This coin appeals to buyers who follow the Perth Mint's Lunar series systematically, those who collect by zodiac animal, and buyers who want a government-backed silver coin with strong design character in a format smaller than one ounce. The Monkey is one of the more sought-after animals in the Lunar cycle, and the 2016 Series II release is a fixed-year issue with no further production, which naturally limits supply over time.
The Perth Mint's reputation for design quality and minting precision adds meaningful credibility to this coin relative to privately minted silver rounds. For buyers who value government-backed issuance alongside artistic merit, this half-ounce coin delivers both within a format that remains more accessible in terms of upfront cost than its full-ounce equivalent.
We built this platform around the idea that buying and selling physical precious metals should be transparent, straightforward, and supported by objective information. Every product we offer is verified for authenticity, and we maintain our A rating with the Better Business Bureau as well as active memberships in the American Numismatic Association and the National Coin and Bullion Association. Our authorized dealer relationships with PCGS and NGC allow us to support customers who want third-party grading alongside their purchase.
Our pricing structure reflects real-time market conditions, and we display the bid/ask spread on each product page so buyers have visibility into both sides of the transaction from the start. We do not operate as a high-pressure sales environment. Our goal is to give you the information needed to make a confident, well-informed decision, and to remain a reliable marketplace when it comes time to sell. Responsive support, secure fulfillment, and consistent execution are built into every part of the experience.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing, including for collector-grade silver coins like this Perth Mint Lunar release. Because premiums on fractional and collectible silver coins can vary meaningfully with shifting market conditions, having real-time visibility into wholesale pricing provides a more complete picture of what a coin actually costs and what it is worth at any given moment. Pro members can also access historical premium data and spread analysis tools that make it easier to evaluate whether current pricing reflects favorable market conditions for this specific product.
Portfolio valuation through Pro uses live executable wholesale bid pricing rather than estimated retail values, giving members a more realistic view of their holdings' current liquidation value. For buyers who accumulate multiple Lunar series coins across different years and sizes, this real-time portfolio insight adds meaningful transparency to an otherwise difficult-to-track segment of the silver market.
We support a wide range of payment methods to make the purchasing process straightforward and secure. Customers can pay using Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover, as well as PayPal, bank-connected payments through Plaid, wire transfer, and paper check. Cryptocurrency payments are accepted through BitPay for buyers who prefer that option.
Every transaction is handled with security as a priority, and our fulfillment process is designed to protect your order from checkout through delivery. Whether you are purchasing a single coin or adding to an existing collection, the checkout experience is built to be simple, transparent, and dependable.
Product ID: BST-0016344978
| Year | 2016 |
|---|---|
| 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) | 2.3 mm |
| Diameter (mm) | 36.6 mm |
| Grade | BU |
The 2016 Australian Silver Lunar Monkey is a half-ounce silver coin struck by The Perth Mint as part of its acclaimed Series II Lunar collection. Struck in .999 fine silver with a weight of 0.5 troy ounces, this coin carries legal tender status under the Australian government and is issued in Brilliant Uncirculated condition. The Perth Mint mark, a "P" privy, confirms its origin from one of the world's most respected sovereign minting facilities.
This coin commemorates the Year of the Monkey in the Chinese lunar calendar, one of twelve animals that cycle through the Lunar series. The half-ounce format sits alongside the full one-ounce and larger kilo editions within the same release year, making it one of several size options available to collectors and buyers. We carry this coin as part of our broader offering of Perth Mint issues, which consistently rank among the most recognizable government-backed silver coins available in the global market.
The Perth Mint launched its Australian Lunar Silver Bullion Coin program with Series I in 1996, cycling through all twelve animals of the Chine
…The 2016 Australian Silver Lunar Monkey is a half-ounce silver coin struck by The Perth Mint as part of its acclaimed Series II Lunar collection. Struck in .999 fine silver with a weight of 0.5 troy ounces, this coin carries legal tender status under the Australian government and is issued in Brilliant Uncirculated condition. The Perth Mint mark, a "P" privy, confirms its origin from one of the world's most respected sovereign minting facilities.
This coin commemorates the Year of the Monkey in the Chinese lunar calendar, one of twelve animals that cycle through the Lunar series. The half-ounce format sits alongside the full one-ounce and larger kilo editions within the same release year, making it one of several size options available to collectors and buyers. We carry this coin as part of our broader offering of Perth Mint issues, which consistently rank among the most recognizable government-backed silver coins available in the global market.
The Perth Mint launched its Australian Lunar Silver Bullion Coin program with Series I in 1996, cycling through all twelve animals of the Chinese zodiac by 2007. Series II began in 2008 and runs through 2019, revisiting the same lunar calendar with entirely new designs, updated artistic direction, and expanded size options. The 2016 release falls in the Year of the Monkey, the ninth year in the Series II cycle.
The Perth Mint itself was established in 1899 as a branch of the Royal Mint and has operated continuously ever since, making it the oldest operating mint in Australia. It has built a strong international reputation for precision craftsmanship, consistent quality standards, and a diverse catalog of sovereign bullion and collector coin programs. The Lunar series has become one of its flagship offerings, with strong recognition across Asian collector markets and among global silver buyers more broadly.
The Monkey holds a distinctive place in Chinese culture, representing cleverness, adaptability, and curiosity. These themes are traditionally incorporated into the coin's design and have made Monkey-year releases perennially popular within the Lunar series, often drawing stronger collector interest than some other zodiac animals in the same program.
The reverse of the 2016 Silver Lunar Monkey features a detailed depiction of a monkey rendered with the naturalistic engraving style characteristic of Series II releases. The composition typically includes the animal in a dynamic, lifelike pose accompanied by elements drawn from traditional imagery, with the year of issue and face value inscribed on the reverse field. The Perth Mint's design team applied high-relief detailing across the coin's surface, producing a sense of depth and dimension that distinguishes Series II coins from earlier iterations.
The obverse carries the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, the standard portrait used across Australian legal tender coins during this period. The monarch's image faces right and is surrounded by inscriptions noting the country of issue, the coin's face value of fifty cents, and the year. The combination of a detailed wildlife reverse with a formal sovereign obverse is characteristic of the Lunar series format and contributes to the coin's dual identity as both a bullion product and a collectible.
Brilliant Uncirculated coins from The Perth Mint benefit from careful production and handling standards that preserve their surface quality. The finish on this piece reflects the clean, polished fields and sharp design relief typical of BU Perth Mint issues, with no wear or circulation marks from the minting process itself.
At half a troy ounce, this coin occupies a practical middle ground between smaller fractional sizes and the standard one-ounce format. The lower entry cost relative to a full-ounce piece makes it approachable for buyers who want exposure to a specific Lunar year release without committing the full premium that accompanies a larger coin. It also fits naturally within a structured collection alongside other sizes from the same year.
Fractional silver coins from Perth Mint tend to carry slightly higher premiums per troy ounce than their full-ounce counterparts, which is typical across most fractional bullion formats. Buyers choosing the half-ounce format are generally prioritizing the specific design and collectible characteristics of the Lunar series over achieving the lowest possible per-ounce acquisition cost.
Each coin in the Australian Lunar Silver series is struck by The Perth Mint to .999 fine silver with a guaranteed weight of 0.5 troy ounces, backed by the authority of the Australian government. The Perth Mint applies strict quality controls throughout its production process, and these coins are recognized internationally as meeting consistent, verifiable purity and weight standards. The "P" mint mark on each coin serves as a direct indicator of its origin and authenticity.
We verify all products for authenticity before they are offered through our platform. Our authorized dealer relationships with both PCGS and NGC further support our ability to facilitate third-party certification for coins where grading or encapsulation is desired. For a coin like this one, professional grading can provide additional documentation of condition and authenticity for buyers who prioritize that level of assurance.
This coin is offered in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, meaning it has not been in circulation and retains the original surface quality produced during minting. BU coins from The Perth Mint are known for clean fields and well-struck details, though this grade represents an uncirculated commercial standard rather than a numismatically graded designation such as MS-69 or MS-70.
Individual coins ship in protective plastic flips to preserve their surface condition during transit. Standard Perth Mint half-ounce Lunar coins are typically packaged in tubes of 20 at the mint pack level, with larger quantities sealed in boxes. When ordering single coins or small quantities, buyers receive the coin in a flip. Orders reaching standard tube quantities are typically fulfilled in the original Perth Mint tube. We aim to maintain packaging integrity consistent with how the coins are received from the mint or distributor.
The price of this coin moves with the spot price of silver as its primary driver, with a premium added above spot to reflect the coin's production cost, design, and collector demand. Premiums on fractional Perth Mint Lunar coins tend to be higher on a per-ounce basis than those on standard one-ounce bullion coins, reflecting both the lower metal content and the collector interest specific to the Lunar series format.
Monkey-year releases within the Lunar series have historically maintained stronger collector demand than some other zodiac years, which can influence secondary market pricing over time. Our pricing reflects live spot price movements and is updated in real time, so the premium you see on the product page represents the current relationship between spot silver and the market value of this specific coin. The bid/ask spread displayed on the product page gives a clearer picture of both the acquisition cost and the resale value at any given moment.
Perth Mint Lunar coins are among the more liquid collectible silver coins in the market, recognized by dealers and collectors across North America, Europe, and Asia. The combination of government backing, consistent purity standards, and the international appeal of the Chinese lunar calendar theme supports broad recognition in resale environments. Half-ounce fractional coins generally attract a narrower pool of buyers than full-ounce pieces, which is worth factoring in when considering liquidity relative to larger formats in the same series.
We operate as a two-way market, meaning customers can sell back coins they hold as well as purchase new ones. Our competitive buyback pricing is structured to reflect current wholesale market conditions rather than arbitrary dealer margins. We encourage buyers to evaluate liquidity before completing a purchase, and the bid/ask spread displayed on our product pages is designed to support exactly that kind of informed decision-making.
This coin appeals to buyers who follow the Perth Mint's Lunar series systematically, those who collect by zodiac animal, and buyers who want a government-backed silver coin with strong design character in a format smaller than one ounce. The Monkey is one of the more sought-after animals in the Lunar cycle, and the 2016 Series II release is a fixed-year issue with no further production, which naturally limits supply over time.
The Perth Mint's reputation for design quality and minting precision adds meaningful credibility to this coin relative to privately minted silver rounds. For buyers who value government-backed issuance alongside artistic merit, this half-ounce coin delivers both within a format that remains more accessible in terms of upfront cost than its full-ounce equivalent.
We built this platform around the idea that buying and selling physical precious metals should be transparent, straightforward, and supported by objective information. Every product we offer is verified for authenticity, and we maintain our A rating with the Better Business Bureau as well as active memberships in the American Numismatic Association and the National Coin and Bullion Association. Our authorized dealer relationships with PCGS and NGC allow us to support customers who want third-party grading alongside their purchase.
Our pricing structure reflects real-time market conditions, and we display the bid/ask spread on each product page so buyers have visibility into both sides of the transaction from the start. We do not operate as a high-pressure sales environment. Our goal is to give you the information needed to make a confident, well-informed decision, and to remain a reliable marketplace when it comes time to sell. Responsive support, secure fulfillment, and consistent execution are built into every part of the experience.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing, including for collector-grade silver coins like this Perth Mint Lunar release. Because premiums on fractional and collectible silver coins can vary meaningfully with shifting market conditions, having real-time visibility into wholesale pricing provides a more complete picture of what a coin actually costs and what it is worth at any given moment. Pro members can also access historical premium data and spread analysis tools that make it easier to evaluate whether current pricing reflects favorable market conditions for this specific product.
Portfolio valuation through Pro uses live executable wholesale bid pricing rather than estimated retail values, giving members a more realistic view of their holdings' current liquidation value. For buyers who accumulate multiple Lunar series coins across different years and sizes, this real-time portfolio insight adds meaningful transparency to an otherwise difficult-to-track segment of the silver market.
We support a wide range of payment methods to make the purchasing process straightforward and secure. Customers can pay using Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover, as well as PayPal, bank-connected payments through Plaid, wire transfer, and paper check. Cryptocurrency payments are accepted through BitPay for buyers who prefer that option.
Every transaction is handled with security as a priority, and our fulfillment process is designed to protect your order from checkout through delivery. Whether you are purchasing a single coin or adding to an existing collection, the checkout experience is built to be simple, transparent, and dependable.
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