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Perth Mint · Australia
Gold Lunar Series III 1/2 oz
0.5 troy oz — 99.99% Goldgoldcurrent
Half-ounce gold bullion coin from Perth Mint's Lunar Series III, featuring annual Chinese Zodiac designs.
Physical Specifications
| Mass | 15.554 g |
| Troy Ounces | 0.5 oz |
| Diameter | 25.6 mm |
| Thickness | 2.19 mm |
| Edge | reeded |
| Purity | 99.99% Gold |
| Fineness | 0.9999 |
| Density | 19.3 g/cm³ |
| Face Value | 50 AUD |
| Series | Australian Lunar Series III |
| First Minted | 2020 |
Authentication Reference
Use these values to verify an authentic Gold Lunar Series III 1/2 oz. All tests can be performed with a digital scale, callipers, and the EON ping tester.
Weight
15.554grams
Use a 0.001 g digital scale. Calibrate first with a known object (a €2 coin = 8.50g).
Dimensions
Diameter25.6mm
Thickness2.19mm
Use plastic callipers (not steel — avoid scratching). Or use the camera tool with a bank card as reference (ISO 7810: 85.60mm × 53.98mm).