Australian Lunar Series III 2024 Year of the Dragon 1oz Gold Bullion Coin with Dragon Privy Mark

Lastly, Australian Lunar Series – Symbol of good fortune

The Australian Lunar Series with Each animal of the lunar zodiac is said to bestow its dominant characteristics on those born during its rule. The fifth of 12 animals in the calendar, the dragon bestows bravery, ambition, intelligence, and good fortune on those born under its influence in 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, and 2024.

Year of the Dragon design

The coin’s reverse portrays a Chinese mythical dragon with stylized waves and fog – allusions to its control of the elements. Included in the design are a dragon privy mark, the Chinese character for ‘dragon’, the inscription ‘DRAGON 2024’, and a ‘P125’ mintmark signifying The Perth Mint’s 125^th anniversary.

Memorial Obverse

The obverse bears the Jody Clark Memorial Obverse of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II supplemented with the dates of her reign ‘1952-2022’, as well as the coin’s weight, purity, and monetary denomination.

Authentication feature

For additional peace of mind, this 1oz coin incorporates an authentication feature in the form of a micro-laser engraved letter. Detectable under a magnifying glass, it is designed to make it significantly more difficult for the coin to be counterfeited.

Presentation

Lastly, The coin is presented in a protective acrylic capsule.