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.

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.

Lunar Bullion Coin Range

Lunar Bullion Coin Range

Browse our Lunar bullion coin range

Year of the Rat

Year of the Rat

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

Year of the Pig

Year of the Pig

Celebrate the Year of the Pig – the twelfth and last animal of the zodiac cycle

Year of the Dog

Year of the Dog

Celebrate the eleventh sign in the Chinese zodiac with the fifth coin in our series.

Year of the Rooster

Year of the Rooster

The rooster is the fourth animal in The Royal Mint’s lunar series brought to life by artist Wuon-Gean Ho

Year of the Monkey

Year of the Monkey

The Monkey is the 9th animal in the Chinese zodiac and is flexible and talented.

Year of the Sheep

Year of the Sheep

The Sheep is the 8th animal in the Chinese zodiac and is gentle and harmonious

Year of the Horse

Year of the Horse

The Horse is the 7th animal in the Chinese zodiac with those born in the Year of the Horse being driven and independent.

Year of the Snake

Year of the Snake

The Snake is the 6th animal in the Chinese zodiac and is soft and clever.

Year of the Dragon

Year of the Dragon

The Dragon is the 5th animal in the Chinese zodiac and those born in the Year of the Dragon are strong leaders and risk takers.

Year of the Rabbit

Year of the Rabbit

The Rabbit is the 4th animal in the Chinese zodiac and is cautious and elegant.

Year of the Tiger

Year of the Tiger

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

Lunar

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Harry Brockway - Behind the design

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