Bullion Coin Catalog > Gold > Australia Lunar > 2009
2009 Australia Lunar Year of the Ox 1-oz Gold Coin
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| Coin Specifications | |
| Gold Content | 1 oz. |
| Purity | 24k |
| Face Value | $100 |
| Series | Lunar |
| Year of Issue | 2009 |
The obverse design features the classic Ian Rank Broadley effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, along with the year 2009 and country of issue, Australia. The reverse features a stylish version of an ox. In the Chinese Lunar Calendar, the Ox is known for its strong body, gentle temperament and great perseverance.
The 2009 Australia Lunar Year of the Ox 1oz Gold Coin was struck by the Perth Mint in the year 2009 and belongs to the Lunar series of gold bullion coins. Each 24 carat fine gold coin contains 1 troy ounce (31.1035 grams) of gold and is legal tender with a face value of $100.
While the one ounce coins are generally the most popular amongst bullion investors, the Australian 2009 Lunar Gold coin also comes in fractional ounce sizes of quarter and one-tenth oz.
| Other Denominations for the 2009 Australia Lunar Gold Coin | ||
| Gold Content | 1/4 oz | 1/10 oz |
| Face Value | $25 | $15 |
Other Years in the Australia Gold Lunar Series
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More 2009 Gold Coins from Other Countries
 US 2009 Gold Eagle |  US 2009 Gold St. Gaudens Double Eagle |  UK 2009 Gold Britannia |  UK 2009 Gold Sovereign |  South Africa 2009 Gold Krugerrand |  China 2009 Gold Panda |