Description
In 2012, The Perth Mint’s acclaimed Australian Lunar II Silver Coin Series celebrated the Year of the Dragon, the fifth animal in the twelve-year cycle of the Chinese zodiac.
Those born in the Lunar Year of the Dragon are considered to be strong, charismatic, and bold. They are often admired for their leadership abilities and bringers of good fortune and success.
Specimen Quality 99.9% Pure Silver
The coin is masterfully struck by The Perth Mint from 99.9% pure silver in specimen quality.
Lunar Dragon Design
These 2012 coins feature an awe-inspiring depiction of a dragon, a symbol of power, wealth, and protection in Chinese culture. The reverse design showcases a traditional Chinese dragon, a long, scaled, serpentine creature with four legs, and a “pearl of wisdom”. The Chinese character for ‘Dragon’ and the inscription ‘Year of the Dragon’ are boldly displayed, along with The Perth Mint’s signature ‘P’ mintmark.
The obverse of the coin features the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, along with the monetary denomination.
Australian Legal Tender
The coin is issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965.
