2024 10 oz Year of the Dragon Gold Coin - Lunar Series III
The Gold Lunar Series III is one of the most popular programs of the Australian Perth Mint. The series is in its third circle of silver and gold bullion coins, depicting, at each cycle, the twelve animals that compose the Chinese Lunar Calendar.
The Year of the Dragon is the theme of the 2024 edition. Therefore, the Perth Mint is releasing platinum, silver, and gold coins of varied sizes and finishes, including this 10 oz gold bullion coin, with an alluring reverse design showcasing the Dragon, the fifth zodiac sign.
Right now, you can purchase the 2024 10 oz Year of the Dragon Gold Coin from the Lunar Series III online at SD Bullion.
Coin Highlights
- Contains 10 oz of .9999 fine gold;
- Bullion coin with reeded edges;
- Minted by the Australian Perth Mint;
- 5th strike of the Lunar Series III;
- Bears a face value of AUD 1000 and legal tender status;
- Queen Elizabeth II’s portrait features the obverse;
- Dragon reverse design.
The Design
The Dragon in the reverse of the gold coins has a full-body depiction. It has a twisted body, sharp claws, and a long tail, surrounded by waves and fog.
The corresponding Chinese character for the animal is on the right, with “DRAGON 2024,” and on the left, “P125,” represents the Perth Mint’s 125th anniversary.
Artist Jody Clark signs the obverse portrait of former Queen Elizabeth II. The design also displays the inscriptions “ELIZABETH II,” “1952-2022,” and “AUSTRALIA” on top, describing the Queen’s name and reigning period and the coin’s origin.
“10 oz 9999 Au” and “1000 DOLLARS” are on the bottom rim, informing the coin’s weight, fineness, metal content, and denomination.
The Chinese Calendar
Unlike the Gregorian Calendar, the Chinese Calendar begins in the middle of January, with the rise of the new moon, and it initiates the cycle of twelve Astrological Signs that interchange annually.
2024 is the Year of Dragon. As the cycle lasts twelve years, previous Years of the Dragon correspond to 2012, 2000, 1988, and so on. According to Chinese culture, the ascending animal’s traits are supposed to bring good fortune and prosperity to those born in the Year of the Dragon.
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