The 2019 1/2 oz Australia Gold Lunar Pig is a fractional gold coin issued by The Perth Mint as part of the second installment of its acclaimed Australian Lunar Series. Struck in .9999 fine gold with a net weight of one-half troy ounce, this coin carries legal tender status under the Australian government and bears the "P" mintmark of the Perth Mint. We carry this coin as part of our broader selection of sovereign-issued fractional gold, where government backing and fine metal content combine in a format that appeals to a wide range of buyers.
The Pig is the twelfth and final animal in the twelve-year Lunar cycle, making the 2019 release a milestone within Series II. Its placement at the close of the cycle gives it a particular draw among collectors who follow the series, while its standardized weight and purity keep it relevant for buyers focused on the underlying gold content.
The Perth Mint launched its first Australian Lunar Series in 1996, drawing on the Chinese Lunar calendar as its central theme. Each year of the twelve-year cycle featured a different animal, and the series quickly ear
…The 2019 1/2 oz Australia Gold Lunar Pig is a fractional gold coin issued by The Perth Mint as part of the second installment of its acclaimed Australian Lunar Series. Struck in .9999 fine gold with a net weight of one-half troy ounce, this coin carries legal tender status under the Australian government and bears the "P" mintmark of the Perth Mint. We carry this coin as part of our broader selection of sovereign-issued fractional gold, where government backing and fine metal content combine in a format that appeals to a wide range of buyers.
The Pig is the twelfth and final animal in the twelve-year Lunar cycle, making the 2019 release a milestone within Series II. Its placement at the close of the cycle gives it a particular draw among collectors who follow the series, while its standardized weight and purity keep it relevant for buyers focused on the underlying gold content.
The Perth Mint launched its first Australian Lunar Series in 1996, drawing on the Chinese Lunar calendar as its central theme. Each year of the twelve-year cycle featured a different animal, and the series quickly earned a reputation for detailed artistry and consistent production quality. When Series I concluded in 2007, the Perth Mint introduced Series II in 2008, redesigning each animal with fresh compositions while maintaining the program's core structure of multiple weights and a .9999 fine gold standard.
The Perth Mint itself has one of the longest histories of any operating mint in the world, having opened in 1899 as a branch of the British Royal Mint. Today it operates under the Government of Western Australia and remains one of the most respected minting facilities globally, known for setting rigorous standards in both bullion and numismatic production. The Lunar program has become one of its signature series, distributed internationally and recognized in secondary markets across the world.
The 2019 Pig release marked the conclusion of Series II, and that endpoint carries its own significance. Completionists who tracked the series from the 2008 Rat to the 2019 Pig regard this coin as the capstone of a twelve-year program, which influences both collector demand and long-term secondary market interest.
The reverse of the 2019 Lunar Pig features a detailed rendering of a pig set against a natural backdrop, with design elements that reflect both artistic craft and the celebratory tone of Lunar New Year tradition. The composition includes the year of issue, the coin's weight and purity, and the "P" mintmark confirming production at the Perth Mint. The relief work on Perth Mint Lunar coins is consistently precise, with fine surface textures that distinguish foreground subjects from background elements.
The obverse carries the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, the standard portrait used on Australian legal tender coins during this period. It includes the denomination, the queen's name, and the issuing country. The contrast between the detailed reverse design and the classic portrait obverse gives the coin a balanced, traditional presentation that holds up well under close examination.
Finish quality on Perth Mint bullion coins is characteristically high, with smooth fields and clean strikes. The 1/2 oz format presents the full design within a smaller diameter, which requires tighter tolerances in the minting process to retain the same level of detail found in the larger versions of the coin.
At one-half troy ounce, this coin occupies a practical middle ground between the more common one-ounce format and smaller fractional options like the quarter or tenth ounce. The lower face cost relative to a full ounce makes it easier to acquire without committing to a single large purchase, while the weight remains substantial enough to carry meaningful metal content per coin. Buyers who want meaningful gold exposure without the outlay of a full ounce often find the half-ounce format a natural fit.
The smaller size also has practical implications for flexibility. Half-ounce coins can be traded in smaller increments, which gives holders more granular control over the quantity of gold they choose to move at any given time compared to holding exclusively full-ounce pieces.
Every 2019 1/2 oz Gold Lunar Pig we carry is struck by the Perth Mint to .9999 fineness, one of the highest purity standards in modern gold coin production. The Perth Mint's quality controls are among the most rigorous in the industry, and coins from this facility are widely accepted in global bullion markets as reliable representations of their stated weight and purity. We verify each product for authenticity and integrity before it reaches a customer, and our authorized dealer relationships with both PCGS and NGC support that process when professional grading or certification is relevant.
The Perth Mint's reputation within the international bullion community provides an additional layer of confidence. Coins bearing its mintmark carry inherent credibility in wholesale and retail markets alike, and the .9999 purity designation is stamped directly on each coin, leaving no ambiguity about metal content.
This coin is listed in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition, meaning it has not been circulated and retains its original mint finish without wear. BU coins may carry minor handling marks from the production and packaging process, but they are free from the contact and abrasion associated with circulation. For a collector-grade bullion coin like this one, BU represents the standard expectation for a newly issued piece.
Individual coins ship in protective plastic flips to preserve their condition during transit. The Perth Mint typically packages the 1/2 oz Gold Lunar in tubes of 25 coins, and larger quantities are assembled into sealed boxes accordingly. If you are purchasing a single coin, expect it to arrive in a flip; if you are ordering a full tube quantity, it will ship in the standard tube format. We take care to ensure packaging integrity is maintained through fulfillment so coins arrive in the same condition they left our facility.
Pricing for the 2019 1/2 oz Gold Lunar Pig is tied directly to the live spot price of gold, adjusted for the premium associated with this specific coin. Premiums on Perth Mint Lunar coins reflect the mint's production quality, the coin's legal tender status, and the collector interest generated by the twelve-year series format. Fractional gold coins also typically carry somewhat higher premiums than full-ounce equivalents on a per-ounce basis, which is a standard characteristic of the fractional gold market driven by production cost distribution.
The 2019 release holds additional premium support from its position as the final coin in Series II. Demand from collectors completing the set can create tighter supply dynamics on the secondary market over time, which is worth factoring into how you evaluate the premium at any given moment. Our pricing reflects real-time market conditions and is structured to give you a clear picture of what you are paying relative to the underlying metal.
Gold coins from the Perth Mint's Lunar Series are traded across international markets and are recognized by dealers, wholesalers, and collectors in major bullion markets worldwide. The standardized weight, .9999 purity, and government-issued status make this coin straightforward to evaluate for resale purposes. Recognition in the secondary market is broad, and the coin's backing by the Australian government adds credibility that purely privately minted products do not carry.
We operate a two-way market, which means customers can both purchase and sell coins like this one within our platform using competitive buyback pricing. We believe liquidity should be part of the conversation before a purchase is made, not only when it is time to sell. Understanding the bid/ask spread on this product gives you a more complete picture of the true cost of ownership, and that spread is visible directly on the product page.
Few gold coin programs combine artistic consistency, government backing, and a defined series structure the way the Perth Mint's Lunar Series II does. The Pig is the final coin in that twelve-year arc, which gives it a natural appeal for collectors who have followed the program and for buyers who recognize that series-closing issues tend to maintain strong market interest. The .9999 purity and precise minting make it a credible representation of half a troy ounce of fine gold regardless of whether the buyer is driven by design or metal content.
The half-ounce format adds practical flexibility that the standard one-ounce version does not offer. For buyers who want the Perth Mint's quality and the Lunar Series' recognizability in a more accessible size, this coin delivers both without compromise on craftsmanship or authenticity standards.
We have built our business since 2010 on the straightforward idea that trust in this industry is earned through consistent transparency, accurate pricing, and reliable fulfillment rather than promotional tactics. Our pricing reflects live market conditions, and our two-way market structure ensures that liquidity is a consideration we take seriously on both sides of the transaction. When you buy from us, you are not navigating a high-pressure retail environment; you are using a platform designed to give you clear, objective information at every step.
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 PCGS and NGC reflect the standards we hold ourselves to. Every product we sell is verified for authenticity, weight, and purity. We source from reputable mints, refineries, wholesalers, and distributors, and we back that sourcing with a customer service team that is knowledgeable and accessible throughout the buying and selling process.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing on products like this 1/2 oz Gold Lunar Pig, rather than the static retail price displays common across most dealer platforms. That means you can evaluate what a product actually costs and what it is worth in the current wholesale market at the same time, giving you a more complete picture before committing to a purchase. Real-time portfolio valuation based on live wholesale bid prices lets you track the current liquidation value of your holdings rather than relying on estimated retail figures.
For a coin like this one where premium levels and collector demand can shift with market conditions, Pro's historical premium analysis and bid/ask spread data provide meaningful context. Rather than guessing whether the current premium is elevated or compressed relative to historical norms, you can evaluate it using objective data. The goal is to reduce information asymmetry so that you make decisions based on what the market is actually doing, not on assumptions about it.
We support a broad range of payment methods to make the transaction as straightforward as possible. You can pay using Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover, as well as PayPal, bank-connected payments through Plaid, wire transfer, paper check, or cryptocurrency through BitPay. Each method is processed through a secure transaction environment, and the checkout experience is designed to give you confidence at every stage.
Whether you prefer the speed of a wire transfer, the convenience of a credit card, or the flexibility of cryptocurrency, we have structured our payment options to accommodate different preferences without complicating the process. Security and convenience are equally part of how we think about the buying experience from the moment you decide to purchase through to delivery.
Product ID: BST-00073452A8
| Year | 2019 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 0.5 oz |
| Thickness (mm) | 2.2 mm |
| Diameter (mm) | 30.6 mm |
| Inner Pack (Quantity) | 20 |
| Outer Pack (Quantity) | 100 |
| Grade | BU |
The 2019 1/2 oz Australia Gold Lunar Pig is a fractional gold coin issued by The Perth Mint as part of the second installment of its acclaimed Australian Lunar Series. Struck in .9999 fine gold with a net weight of one-half troy ounce, this coin carries legal tender status under the Australian government and bears the "P" mintmark of the Perth Mint. We carry this coin as part of our broader selection of sovereign-issued fractional gold, where government backing and fine metal content combine in a format that appeals to a wide range of buyers.
The Pig is the twelfth and final animal in the twelve-year Lunar cycle, making the 2019 release a milestone within Series II. Its placement at the close of the cycle gives it a particular draw among collectors who follow the series, while its standardized weight and purity keep it relevant for buyers focused on the underlying gold content.
The Perth Mint launched its first Australian Lunar Series in 1996, drawing on the Chinese Lunar calendar as its central theme. Each year of the twelve-year cycle featured a different animal, and the series quickly ear
…The 2019 1/2 oz Australia Gold Lunar Pig is a fractional gold coin issued by The Perth Mint as part of the second installment of its acclaimed Australian Lunar Series. Struck in .9999 fine gold with a net weight of one-half troy ounce, this coin carries legal tender status under the Australian government and bears the "P" mintmark of the Perth Mint. We carry this coin as part of our broader selection of sovereign-issued fractional gold, where government backing and fine metal content combine in a format that appeals to a wide range of buyers.
The Pig is the twelfth and final animal in the twelve-year Lunar cycle, making the 2019 release a milestone within Series II. Its placement at the close of the cycle gives it a particular draw among collectors who follow the series, while its standardized weight and purity keep it relevant for buyers focused on the underlying gold content.
The Perth Mint launched its first Australian Lunar Series in 1996, drawing on the Chinese Lunar calendar as its central theme. Each year of the twelve-year cycle featured a different animal, and the series quickly earned a reputation for detailed artistry and consistent production quality. When Series I concluded in 2007, the Perth Mint introduced Series II in 2008, redesigning each animal with fresh compositions while maintaining the program's core structure of multiple weights and a .9999 fine gold standard.
The Perth Mint itself has one of the longest histories of any operating mint in the world, having opened in 1899 as a branch of the British Royal Mint. Today it operates under the Government of Western Australia and remains one of the most respected minting facilities globally, known for setting rigorous standards in both bullion and numismatic production. The Lunar program has become one of its signature series, distributed internationally and recognized in secondary markets across the world.
The 2019 Pig release marked the conclusion of Series II, and that endpoint carries its own significance. Completionists who tracked the series from the 2008 Rat to the 2019 Pig regard this coin as the capstone of a twelve-year program, which influences both collector demand and long-term secondary market interest.
The reverse of the 2019 Lunar Pig features a detailed rendering of a pig set against a natural backdrop, with design elements that reflect both artistic craft and the celebratory tone of Lunar New Year tradition. The composition includes the year of issue, the coin's weight and purity, and the "P" mintmark confirming production at the Perth Mint. The relief work on Perth Mint Lunar coins is consistently precise, with fine surface textures that distinguish foreground subjects from background elements.
The obverse carries the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, the standard portrait used on Australian legal tender coins during this period. It includes the denomination, the queen's name, and the issuing country. The contrast between the detailed reverse design and the classic portrait obverse gives the coin a balanced, traditional presentation that holds up well under close examination.
Finish quality on Perth Mint bullion coins is characteristically high, with smooth fields and clean strikes. The 1/2 oz format presents the full design within a smaller diameter, which requires tighter tolerances in the minting process to retain the same level of detail found in the larger versions of the coin.
At one-half troy ounce, this coin occupies a practical middle ground between the more common one-ounce format and smaller fractional options like the quarter or tenth ounce. The lower face cost relative to a full ounce makes it easier to acquire without committing to a single large purchase, while the weight remains substantial enough to carry meaningful metal content per coin. Buyers who want meaningful gold exposure without the outlay of a full ounce often find the half-ounce format a natural fit.
The smaller size also has practical implications for flexibility. Half-ounce coins can be traded in smaller increments, which gives holders more granular control over the quantity of gold they choose to move at any given time compared to holding exclusively full-ounce pieces.
Every 2019 1/2 oz Gold Lunar Pig we carry is struck by the Perth Mint to .9999 fineness, one of the highest purity standards in modern gold coin production. The Perth Mint's quality controls are among the most rigorous in the industry, and coins from this facility are widely accepted in global bullion markets as reliable representations of their stated weight and purity. We verify each product for authenticity and integrity before it reaches a customer, and our authorized dealer relationships with both PCGS and NGC support that process when professional grading or certification is relevant.
The Perth Mint's reputation within the international bullion community provides an additional layer of confidence. Coins bearing its mintmark carry inherent credibility in wholesale and retail markets alike, and the .9999 purity designation is stamped directly on each coin, leaving no ambiguity about metal content.
This coin is listed in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition, meaning it has not been circulated and retains its original mint finish without wear. BU coins may carry minor handling marks from the production and packaging process, but they are free from the contact and abrasion associated with circulation. For a collector-grade bullion coin like this one, BU represents the standard expectation for a newly issued piece.
Individual coins ship in protective plastic flips to preserve their condition during transit. The Perth Mint typically packages the 1/2 oz Gold Lunar in tubes of 25 coins, and larger quantities are assembled into sealed boxes accordingly. If you are purchasing a single coin, expect it to arrive in a flip; if you are ordering a full tube quantity, it will ship in the standard tube format. We take care to ensure packaging integrity is maintained through fulfillment so coins arrive in the same condition they left our facility.
Pricing for the 2019 1/2 oz Gold Lunar Pig is tied directly to the live spot price of gold, adjusted for the premium associated with this specific coin. Premiums on Perth Mint Lunar coins reflect the mint's production quality, the coin's legal tender status, and the collector interest generated by the twelve-year series format. Fractional gold coins also typically carry somewhat higher premiums than full-ounce equivalents on a per-ounce basis, which is a standard characteristic of the fractional gold market driven by production cost distribution.
The 2019 release holds additional premium support from its position as the final coin in Series II. Demand from collectors completing the set can create tighter supply dynamics on the secondary market over time, which is worth factoring into how you evaluate the premium at any given moment. Our pricing reflects real-time market conditions and is structured to give you a clear picture of what you are paying relative to the underlying metal.
Gold coins from the Perth Mint's Lunar Series are traded across international markets and are recognized by dealers, wholesalers, and collectors in major bullion markets worldwide. The standardized weight, .9999 purity, and government-issued status make this coin straightforward to evaluate for resale purposes. Recognition in the secondary market is broad, and the coin's backing by the Australian government adds credibility that purely privately minted products do not carry.
We operate a two-way market, which means customers can both purchase and sell coins like this one within our platform using competitive buyback pricing. We believe liquidity should be part of the conversation before a purchase is made, not only when it is time to sell. Understanding the bid/ask spread on this product gives you a more complete picture of the true cost of ownership, and that spread is visible directly on the product page.
Few gold coin programs combine artistic consistency, government backing, and a defined series structure the way the Perth Mint's Lunar Series II does. The Pig is the final coin in that twelve-year arc, which gives it a natural appeal for collectors who have followed the program and for buyers who recognize that series-closing issues tend to maintain strong market interest. The .9999 purity and precise minting make it a credible representation of half a troy ounce of fine gold regardless of whether the buyer is driven by design or metal content.
The half-ounce format adds practical flexibility that the standard one-ounce version does not offer. For buyers who want the Perth Mint's quality and the Lunar Series' recognizability in a more accessible size, this coin delivers both without compromise on craftsmanship or authenticity standards.
We have built our business since 2010 on the straightforward idea that trust in this industry is earned through consistent transparency, accurate pricing, and reliable fulfillment rather than promotional tactics. Our pricing reflects live market conditions, and our two-way market structure ensures that liquidity is a consideration we take seriously on both sides of the transaction. When you buy from us, you are not navigating a high-pressure retail environment; you are using a platform designed to give you clear, objective information at every step.
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 PCGS and NGC reflect the standards we hold ourselves to. Every product we sell is verified for authenticity, weight, and purity. We source from reputable mints, refineries, wholesalers, and distributors, and we back that sourcing with a customer service team that is knowledgeable and accessible throughout the buying and selling process.
Bullion Standard Pro gives members access to live, executable wholesale bid and ask pricing on products like this 1/2 oz Gold Lunar Pig, rather than the static retail price displays common across most dealer platforms. That means you can evaluate what a product actually costs and what it is worth in the current wholesale market at the same time, giving you a more complete picture before committing to a purchase. Real-time portfolio valuation based on live wholesale bid prices lets you track the current liquidation value of your holdings rather than relying on estimated retail figures.
For a coin like this one where premium levels and collector demand can shift with market conditions, Pro's historical premium analysis and bid/ask spread data provide meaningful context. Rather than guessing whether the current premium is elevated or compressed relative to historical norms, you can evaluate it using objective data. The goal is to reduce information asymmetry so that you make decisions based on what the market is actually doing, not on assumptions about it.
We support a broad range of payment methods to make the transaction as straightforward as possible. You can pay using Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover, as well as PayPal, bank-connected payments through Plaid, wire transfer, paper check, or cryptocurrency through BitPay. Each method is processed through a secure transaction environment, and the checkout experience is designed to give you confidence at every stage.
Whether you prefer the speed of a wire transfer, the convenience of a credit card, or the flexibility of cryptocurrency, we have structured our payment options to accommodate different preferences without complicating the process. Security and convenience are equally part of how we think about the buying experience from the moment you decide to purchase through to delivery.
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