The Perth Mint's lunar series has run continuously since 1996, making the 2023 Rabbit issue part of the second full rotation through the twelve-year cycle. The "6th portrait" designation reflects the posthumous effigy of Elizabeth II approved for use following her death in September 2022 — this coin was among the earliest Australian issues struck under that authorization, with the portrait modeled by sculptor Susanna Blunt's existing work rather than a newly commissioned likeness.
KM#4627.1 distinguishes the colored variant from the standard bullion finish, a die classification that matters to type collectors tracking the full series.
The Perth Mint's lunar series has run continuously since 1996, making the 2023 Rabbit issue part of the second full rotation through the twelve-year cycle. The "6th portrait" designation reflects the posthumous effigy of Elizabeth II approved for use following her death in September 2022 — this coin was among the earliest Australian issues struck under that authorization, with the portrait modeled by sculptor Susanna Blunt's existing work rather than a newly commissioned likeness.
KM#4627.1 distinguishes the colored variant from the standard bullion finish, a die classification that matters to type collectors tracking the full series.