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Symbolic significance

The dragon is a creature of exceptional importance in Chinese culture and Eastern mythology. A divine, wise, and benevolent being, it is a symbol of power, wealth, and success. To be born in the Year of the Dragon is considered particularly lucky. Bestowed with instinctive bravery, persistence, and intelligence, those born in years 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, and 2024 are said to be ambitious, charismatic, and natural leaders.

Dragon design

The coin portrays a serpentine-shaped dragon and a flaming pearl, a symbol of wisdom. The artistry includes references to the dragon’s control of the elements with stylised waves and water cascading from its mouth. Also incorporated in the design is the Chinese character for ‘dragon’, the inscription ‘DRAGON 2024’, and a ‘P125’ mintmark signifying The Perth Mint’s 125th anniversary in 2024.

00 2024 Year of the Dragon Silver Proof Three Coin Set InCase HighRes

Memorial Obverse

The coins bear The Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Obverse, featuring the Jody Clark effigy supplemented with the dates of Her Majesty’s reign. Also on the obverse is the coin’s weight, purity, monetary denomination, and year-date.

Presentation packaging

Accompanied by a numbered certificate of authenticity, the set is presented in a classic display case with a geometric design on its transparent lid. The case comes in an illustrated shipper featuring a dragon. When arrayed with other three-coin set shippers from the series, the resulting diorama depicts the legend of The Great Race, in which 12 animals successfully compete for a position in the lunar zodiac.

About the series

Australian Lunar Series III

Each Australian lunar series from The Perth Mint is based on the 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac. Coin collectors are besotted with each annual release, hence the longevity of the 12-year series.  

Established in 1996, The Perth Mint was the first to release an Australian lunar coin program. Due to its success, it is now in its third series. 

Made with the fine gold, silver and platinum in combination with intricate craftsmanship, these Australian lunar collector coins explore the ancient tradition and mythical folklore of the Chinese Great Race. 

Variations

All sizes available

Specifications

Specifications

 

2oz

1oz

1/2oz

 

Year

2oz

2024

1oz

2024

1/2oz

2024

 

Metal

2oz

Silver

1oz

Silver

1/2oz

Silver

 

Metal Content (Troy oz)

2oz

2.000

1oz

1.000

1/2oz

0.500

 

Monetary Denomination (AUD)

2oz

2.00

1oz

1.00

1/2oz

0.50

 

Fineness (% purity)

2oz

99.99

1oz

99.99

1/2oz

99.99

 

Minimum Gross Weight (g)

2oz

62.213

1oz

31.107

1/2oz

15.553

 

Maximum Diameter (mm)

2oz

50.80

1oz

40.90

1/2oz

32.60

 

Maximum Thickness (mm)

2oz

4.80

1oz

3.50

1/2oz

2.90

 

Maximum Mintage

2oz

2,000

1oz

7,500

1/2oz

5,000

 

Finish

2oz

1oz

1/2oz

Proof

 

Legal Tender

2oz

1oz

1/2oz

Australia

 

Effigy

2oz

1oz

1/2oz

Jody Clark design of H.M. Queen Elizabeth II

 

Designer

2oz

1oz

1/2oz

Ing Ing Jong

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