DRAGON Lunar Year Series II 5 Oz Silver Proof Coin 8$ Australia 2012
In 2012 the Australian Lunar Silver Proof Coin Series II celebrates the Year of the Dragon, the fifth animal of the Chinese zodiac. The dragon is considered to be a very strong symbol and these superb proof quality releases are perfect for people born in ‘dragon' years who are regarded as confident, enterprising, independent, self-assured, brave and passionate.
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€349.95
Data sheet
- Country
- Australia
- Year
- 2012
- Face Value
- 8 Dollars
- Metal
- Silver
- Fineness (purity)
- .999
- Weight (g)
- 155.5 (5 oz)
- Diameter (mm)
- 65.6
- Quality
- Proof
- Mintage (pcs)
- 5.000
- Certificate (COA)
- Yes
- Presentation case (box)
- Yes
- Weight range
- 5 oz - less than 10 oz
The reverse of the coin depicts a representation of a dragon with a symbolic 'pearl of wisdom'. The Chinese character for 'dragon' and the inscription 'Year of the Dragon' also appear in the design with The Perth Mint's traditional 'P' mintmark. The Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, 2012 year-date, and the monetary denomination are shown on the coin's obverse. The coin is housed in a presentation case and custom-designed shipper, accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.
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