1/2 oz 2027 Lunar Year of The Goat Proof Gold Coin | Royal Canadian Mint

Ignite your creative spark in the Year of the Fire Goat.

Creativity and a deep, steady wisdom define the gentle Goat, the Chinese zodiac sign whose kindness shapes every space it inhabits. The Fire element returns in 2027, represented by the radiant Pearl of Wisdom that amplifies the Goat’s expressive spark on this 15.43 g 99.99% pure gold coin. Accented by its lucky flowers—symbols of grace and good fortune—the Goat strikes a playful yet purposeful pose, echoing a year that promises warmth, fresh ideas, and heartfelt connection.

Celebrate the Year of the Goat with this 99.99% pure gold coin!

COIN HIGHLIGHTS

• Sixth 15.43 g pure gold Lunar New Year coin. Celebrate the Year of the Goat (2027) with the sixth coin in RCM's annual series honouring the 12 signs of the Chinese zodiac. Each coin is crafted in of 99.99% pure gold.
• A golden start to the year. A magnificent addition to any Lunar New Year or gold-themed collection, this gold coin is also ideal for marking a milestone moment in 2027, whether it’s a graduation, wedding or the arrival of a new family member born between February 6, 2027 and January 25, 2028.
• Exclusive mintage. This is a rare collectible, with only 1,888 coins available worldwide.
• Includes serialized certificate. The Royal Canadian Mint certifies all of its collector coins.
• No GST/HST.

PACKAGING

Your gold Lunar Year of the Goat coin is housed in a red lacquered wood case with a red outer box, evoking the Chinese New Year custom of gifting “lucky money” in a red envelope.

LUCKY RED

Your coin is encapsulated and elegantly presented in a luxurious red lacquered wooden case with a red beauty box, evoking the Chinese New Year custom of gifting “lucky money” in a red envelope.

A GOLD RAM

This intricate design is filled with auspicious symbols to attract prosperity in 2027, while also honouring those born in the Year of the Goat (or Ram, or Sheep): 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015 and 2027.

DID YOU KNOW?

Is it the Year of the Goat, Ram or Sheep? The Chinese zodiac sign is represented by a single character (羊 or yáng) that can be translated as goat, ram, or sheep—different names, same wise spirit.

The reverse design by artist Simon Ng celebrates the Year of the Goat (or Ram or Sheep) (“羊”) with a graceful, stylized ram whose curling horns echo the swirling clouds that bridge the earth and the heavens. Fire, the ruling element in 2027, burns within the Pearl of Wisdom above, sending out energy that fuels the Goat’s creative spirit. The lucky flowers (carnations and primroses) adorning its form herald good fortune and the promise of renewal. The reverse includes the word “CANADA”, the traditional Chinese character for “Goat” and the year “2027”. The obverse features the effigy of His Majesty King Charles III by Canadian artist Steven Rosati.

ABOUT THE ROYAL CANADIAN MINT

The Royal Canadian Mint is known as one of the most reputable mints in the world. The Ottawa Branch of the Royal Mint opened in 1908 and was renamed The Royal Canadian Mint in 1931 when control was transferred to the Canadian government. Their high standards for excellence and quality allowed them to be the first refinery to manufacture 9999 fine gold bullion coins in 1982, as well as the first to reach 99999 fine gold purity in 1998.