1998 1 oz $100 Gold Lunar Year of the Tiger Australia Perth Mint Series I BU (In Cap)

Presenting the 1998 1 oz Gold Lunar Year of the Tiger, a standout from the Perth Mint’s highly respected Lunar Series I collection. This Brilliant Uncirculated coin is crafted from .9999 fine gold, weighs 1 troy ounce, and holds a face value of 100 AUD, guaranteed by the Australian government. With a limited mintage of just 16,907, this early Lunar release is especially appealing to collectors seeking harder-to-find vintage gold issues.

The Year of the Tiger is the third sign in the Chinese zodiac cycle, celebrated for its symbolic association with bravery, vitality, and leadership. Individuals born in Tiger years—such as 1998, 1986, 1974, and 1962—are believed to embody confidence, charisma, and a drive to overcome obstacles. The Perth Mint captures this spirit in a timeless design that appeals to both cultural and investment interests

• Metal Content: 1 troy oz of .9999 Fine Gold
• Maximum Mintage: 16,907
• Mint: The Perth Mint, Australia
• Condition: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU), delivered in capsule
• Face Value: $100 AUD (Australian Legal Tender)
• Obverse: Displays a right-facing portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Raphael Maklouf, surrounded by inscriptions denoting the country of origin, “AUSTRALIA,” the monarch’s name, and the denomination
• Reverse:  Features a dynamic scene of a tiger mid-leap across grassy terrain, capturing the bold energy associated with this zodiac sign. Additional inscriptions include the Chinese character for ‘Tiger’, along with the year, weight, and purity