2024 Australia Lunar Series III Year of the Dragon 1/4 oz Gold Coin NGC MS 70

  

2024 Australia Lunar Series III Year of the Dragon 1/4 oz Gold Coin NGC MS 70. Meticulously crafted from 1/4oz of 99.99% pure gold, this coin from the Australian Lunar Series III - 2024 Year of the Dragon celebrates the fifth animal of the lunar zodiac. 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 stylised waves and fog - allusions to its control of the elements. Included in the design is the Chinese character for'dragon', the inscription'DRAGON 2024', and a'P125' mintmark signifying The Perth Mint's 125th anniversary.

The coin is presented in a protective acrylic capsule. Fifth of 12 annual designs.

Features the Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Obverse. Sorry, our items are NOT available for pick-up. No additional information at this time.