As the eighth sign of the lunar calendar, the Year of the Sheep is favoured by chinese numerology with a promise of prosperity and comfort. Indeed, one is hard-pressed to imagine anything but warmth and a calm sense of well-being when in the presence of these gentle creatures.Teir serene and sentimental ways will be most welcomed after an exhausting year was ruled by the energetic horse. Designed by artist Harvey chan, the hologram on the 2003 $150 18-karat Gold Coin alludes to the treasures that will be delivered by the Year of the Sheep. Despiteits seemingly forbidding armour, we cannot help but feel the warmth and affection of its gaze. The obverse is proof quality and features an effigy of her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by artist Dora de Pédery-Hunt. Authorized by the government of Canada, this 2003 $150 18-karat Gold Coin is proof quality and contains 75% gold and 25% sterling silver. It has been expertly struck by the Royal Canadian Mint with a limited mintage of 6 888 coins worldwide.

HOLOGRAPHIC CHINESE LUNAR CALENDAR - YEAR OF THE SHEEP - 2003 CANADIAN COINS 04 is categorised COINS AND PAPER MONEY / 08- ROYAL CANADIAN MINT / 05- 18-KARAT GOLD and sold by l'Imaginaire, a store and specialised website.