Colored silver coin 0.5$ Tuvalu 2025 – Year of the Snake

We present an exclusive silver coin dedicated to the Year of the Snake according to the Eastern calendar. The design of this charming coin combines traditional symbols with a modern artistic style.

Crafted in sterling silver, the Australian Lunar Series coin would make a prestigious purchase or gift for anyone born under the Chinese lunar sign of the Snake.

The Australian Lunar Calendar coin series, first released in 1996 and now in its third round, depicts the 12 animals of the ancient Eastern calendar. According to legend, they took their places in the order of arrival for the Emperor’s Great Race. Snake finished sixth.

2025 is the Year of the Green Tree Snake.
This sign symbolizes wisdom, intuition and mystery. Wood Snake is considered the most calm and balanced among all its brethren, it is unhurried, judicious and has a special charm. People born in this year are characterized by elegance, charm and love of romance.

The coin is perfect as a gift for those born in the year of the Snake: 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013, 2025.

Obverse: Portrait of His Majesty King Charles III.
Reverse: Charming golden snake with large expressive eyes coiling a branch with green leaves and mushrooms. The inscriptions “YEAR OF THE SNAKE” and the Chinese character “蛇” complete the composition.

Nominal value: 0.5 TVD
Weight: 1/2 oz(15.55 g)
Diameter: 32.6 mm
Metal: silver 999
Mintage: 7,500