Obverse: The obverse features the 2018 Lunar symbol – a dog lying on grass (a German Shepherd with its puppy). At the bottom, the inscription reads “Year of the Dog”, and above the dog the Chinese character for Dog is engraved. On the right side of the coin, the letter “P” is minted, indicating the Australian mint The Perth Mint.
Reverse: The reverse depicts Queen Elizabeth II, who is also the Monarch of Australia. At the top the words “ELIZABETH II AUSTRALIA” are engraved, and at the bottom it reads “1/2 oz 9999 Ag 2018 50 CENTS”.
About the coin: The Perth Mint of Australia releases a coin every year dedicated to the signs of the Chinese Lunar calendar (Lunar). This calendar has been celebrated since 2600 BC, and it is still believed that the animal sign influences the personality of those born under it.
The Dog is the eleventh sign of the Chinese Lunar Zodiac (Lunar).
Years of the Dog: 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018, 2030, 2042, 2054.
The Year of the Dog begins on February 16, 2018 and ends on February 4, 2019.
People born in the Year of the Dog: are highly valued in Chinese culture. They are honest, loyal to their values and loved ones, devoted, and always ready to help. When necessary, they will stand up for justice and protect those close to them. Even after disagreements, they quickly forget conflicts and rush to support others in difficult times. They strongly value fairness, family, decency, and dedication. However, they may sometimes divide people into friends and enemies and treat strangers with caution. Dog-born individuals are compassionate, responsible, and good at keeping secrets. They are active, persistent, and always fight against injustice. They can build a successful career, although they may also be well-suited for running their own business. In love, they may take time to find a partner, but once they do, they enjoy romantic and devoted relationships.
