Lunar – Our coin series to celebrate the Chinese Zodiac

In 2014 The Royal Mint united these British and Chinese traditions to create the first official UK Lunar coins. The Shēngxiào Collection, named after the Chinese zodiac, is based upon 12 animals that have their own unique characteristics and qualities.

Lunar
Year of the Tiger

Year of the Tiger

The Tiger is the 3rd animal in the Chinese zodiac and is brave and competitive.

Year of the Ox

Year of the Ox

Dedicated to the mighty ox, the 2021 release marks the very first time the Year of the Ox has been immortalised on an official UK coin.

Year of the Rat

Year of the Rat

Celebrate the Year of the Rat – our animal for 2020 in the zodiac cycle

Lunar

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TIGER TRAITS

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TIGER TRAITS

MEET THE MAKER

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Meet the maker

Harry Brockway - Behind the design

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Lunar Year of the Ox

WHICH ANIMAL ARE YOU?

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Lunar Which Animal Are You?

DOWNLOADABLE SHADOW PUPPETS

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Downloadable Shadow Puppets

CHINESE NEW YEAR CUSTOMS

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Chinese New Year Customs
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