Each year of Sheng Xiao, the Chinese Zodiac, is represented by one of twelve animals. Each creature’s unique characteristics are said to be shared by those born under their sign. People born in the Year of the Snake are believed to be creative and serene. Famous Snakes include musicians Taylor Swift and Neil Diamond, actor Daniel Radcliffe, Australian performer Emma Watkins and cricketing brothers Steve and Mark Waugh.

The Chinese calendar also rotates through the elements of earth, fire, water, metal and wood as part of a larger 60-year cycle. In 2025 we honour the Wood Snake, and people born under this sign are said to be cool headed and creative.

Coin Highlights:

• Coin’s reverse features a beautiful snake with a lucky coin, amongst champion orchids (diploprora championii)
• Unique tetradecagon shape, exclusive to this coin series
• Coin’s Obverse features the effigy of His Majesty King Charles III sculpted by Daniel Thorne
• Australian legal tender