2008 $1 Year of The Rat Silver Proof Coin PNCs - 20c respectively

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heralding a new era of Australian coinage

Mem Fox's lyrical prose and Julie Vivas' whimsical illustrations have captured the imaginations of young Australian readers

the number 2 is believed to be lucky – so 2020 is a particularly fortunate Year of the Rat

2012 Australasian Numismatic Dealers Association Brisbane Money Show Special Release

2008 $1 Year of The Rat Silver Proof Coin PNCs - 20c respectivelyCelebrating the first year in the Chinese Zodiac, the Year of the Rat, this coin is one of an annual series depicting the twelve Zodiac signs. People born under the sign of the Rat are sensitive, imaginative and charming. They are generous to their loved ones, but can be quick tempered. The reverse of this coin features a rat design with Chinese and English text, while the obverse shows an effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by lan Rank Broadley.