Obverse: the obverse of the collectible silver bar depicts a long-haired goat with prominent curved horns standing among tall grass. Above it is the Chinese character „羊“, representing the Goat zodiac sign. The polished surface of the bar contrasts with the frosted, finely detailed relief of the animal and vegetation. The scene on the obverse forms part of a continuous composition extending onto the other side of the bar.
Reverse: the reverse depicts the same goat from behind, with a young kid lying in the grass in front of it. The PAMP logo and the inscription „SUISSE“, indicating Switzerland, appear at the top. The technical specifications „10 g SILVER 999“ are inscribed in the centre, while the individual serial number and PAMP assay mark „ESSAYEUR FONDEUR“ appear below. The designs on both sides complement one another, creating a continuous composition of a mother and her young.
About the bar: the 2015 „Year of the Goat“ collectible silver bar belongs to the „Lunar Calendar Series“ produced by the renowned Swiss precious metals manufacturer PAMP. The bar is made from 999 fine silver and weighs 10 grams. A distinctive feature of this series is its continuous artistic design extending across both sides of the bar, presenting the animal from different perspectives.
The Goat is the eighth of the twelve signs of the Chinese lunar zodiac. The sign may also be translated as Sheep or Ram because the Chinese character „羊“ has a broader meaning. PAMP officially named its 2015 edition „Goat“.
Years of the Goat: 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015, 2027, 2039, 2051.
The 2015 Year of the Goat began on February 19, 2015 and ended on February 7, 2016. According to the traditional Chinese five-element system, 2015 was the Year of the Wood Goat.
People born under the Goat sign are traditionally described as calm, creative, sensitive, sincere and caring. They often value harmony, beauty, family and close relationships while preferring to avoid unnecessary conflict. Those born under this sign are associated with a strong imagination, artistic sensitivity and empathy towards others.
People born in the Year of the Goat generally appreciate a secure and comfortable environment, value support from those close to them and are themselves willing to help others. Although they may initially appear modest or reserved, they often possess inner determination and the patience to pursue their goals. Traditionally attributed negative traits include indecisiveness, sensitivity to criticism, anxiety and a tendency to spend too much time considering decisions. In relationships, they value loyalty, tenderness, trust and emotional stability.
PAMP („Produits Artistiques Métaux Précieux“) is a Swiss precious metals manufacturer renowned for its investment and collectible bars made from gold, silver, platinum and other precious metals. The „Lunar Calendar Series“ was launched in 2012 and is dedicated to the twelve animals of the Chinese zodiac. The 2015 Goat is the fourth design in the series, following the Dragon, Snake and Horse.
The bar is presented in its original red PAMP „CertiPAMP“ packaging, which also serves as the manufacturer's certificate of authenticity. It states the bar's weight, silver purity and individual certificate number, which corresponds to the serial number engraved on the bar itself. The original packaging protects the bar and certifies its key authenticity details.
