This 2027 $1 1oz Dome Shaped Silver Proof Coin celebrates the Year of the Goat and all who are born under its sign. The reverse design depicts a goat against a backdrop of persimmons, which symbolise prosperity and good fortune. Meanwhile, an ormate representation of the lunar calendar wheel surrounds the King's effigy on the coin's obverse. Each year of Sheng Xiao, the Chinese zodiac, is represented by one of the 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 Goat are believed to be gentle, empathetic and creative. Famous international Goats include entreprenuer and philanthrophist Bill Gates, tennis player Carlos Alcaraz, and musician Norah Jones and Ed Sheeran. Well-known Australian Goats include actress Nicole Kidman and musician Tina Arena. The Chinese calenadr also rotates through the elements earth, fire, water, metal and wood as part of a large 60-year cyple. 2027 is the Year of the Fire Goat.
