1 oz Gold Golden Dragon 2024 PP (Mintage: 188 | Proof)
- Perth Mint: renowned mint
- Fine details: Scales, claws, pearl
- Purest gold: Fineness 999.9/1,000
- Perth MintMinted by the renowned Perth Mint in Australia
- Fine detailsA symbol of luck coiling powerfully around a pearl
- Purest goldHighest purity with 999.9 parts gold out of 1,000
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1 ounce fine gold
It breathes no fire. It brings the rain.
Golden Dragon 2024, side with the dragon
On this coin the dragon winds in an S-shape around a pearl at the center.
From the water into the clouds
It lives in the water and rises into the clouds.
Dragons have appeared in Chinese art since Neolithic times. No later than the Han dynasty, from 206 BC to AD 220, they were regarded as beings of water: they live in rivers and seas, fly up into the clouds, govern the weather and bring the life-giving rain.
This is how old books tell it: the dragon’s breath becomes clouds, and the clouds become rain or lightning. In winter it sleeps beneath rivers and ponds, in the first month of spring it rises, and then it thunders, and rain falls.
In China it stands for the beneficence of heaven. The dragons of Europe are mostly winged and breathe fire, while in East Asia the dragon is regarded as a benevolent being, usually without any wings.
“Above all things the dragon in China is a rain-maker.”
A dragon made of many animals
The antlers of the stag, the scales of the carp.
According to old tradition, the dragon is made up of parts of many animals: the antlers of the stag, the scales of the carp, the claws of the eagle and the body of the snake. Learned Chinese books also name whiskers at the mouth and a luminous pearl beneath the chin.
The magnifying glass reveals how finely the design is struck here.
PearlThe pearl, symbol of wisdom
HeadThe head of the dragon
ScalesScales like those of a carp
Enlarged from the pictures in our gallery.
The legend of the Dragon Gate
The carp, which becomes a dragon.
A legend tells of the Yellow River: a carp that swims upstream through the Dragon Gate becomes a dragon.
In China the image stood for passing the civil service examination. On a Yuan dynasty inkstone in the Metropolitan Museum, the grinding surface and the ink well lie between carp and dragon; their diligent use might well decide success.
The pearl
The pearl, chased by the dragon.
In Chinese art, dragons often chase a flaming pearl or hold it fast. The Smithsonian interprets it as a symbol of wisdom.
More companions of the dragon
The phoenixThe phoenix often stands for the empress, the dragon for the emperor.
The tigerThe dragon stands for the east, the white tiger for the west.
The five elementsEarth, wood, metal, fire and water follow one another in a cycle.
The qilinWith the dragon, phoenix and tortoise, one of the four spiritual beings.
The emblem of the emperor
From the waves at the hem to the pearl.
An imperial robe of yellow silk from the Qianlong period, shown at the Palace Museum in Beijing in 2019, follows the usual arrangement from bottom to top: water lines form the waves of the ocean, from them rises Mount Kunlun, and at chest height the five-clawed dragon chases the flaming pearl.
The claws mattered: the five-clawed dragon, long, was distinguished from the four-clawed one, mang, which stood for lower ranks.
“Only the emperor and empress were allowed to wear bright yellow.”
The craft
What sets this piece apart.
Every year the Golden Dragon shows a new design, always on one ounce of gold in Proof and with a mintage of 188 pieces.
- Proof
- The field is polished to a mirror finish, with the design set on it in matte. This makes the dragon stand out clearly against the gleaming background.
Our dragons to scale
Dainty in gold, mighty in silver.
From 1/200 ounce of gold to 5 ounces of silver, side by side to the scale of their dimensions. The piece on this page is marked.
Whatever is available links to its product.
1/200 ounceGold, 14 mmGold14 mm
1 ounceGold, 32.6 mmGold32.6 mm
1 ounceSilver, 40 mmSilver40 mm
2 ouncesGold, 36.6 mmGold36.6 mm
2 ouncesSilver, 50 mmSilver50 mm
3 ouncesSilver, 50 mmSilver50 mm
5 ouncesSilver, 65.25 mmSilver65.25 mm
At a glance
- Type
- Coin
- Metal
- Gold
- Design
- Dragon with pearl
- Weight
- 1 ounce fine gold
- Fineness
- 999.9/1,000
- Face value
- 100 Dollars
- Country of issue
- Australia
- Diameter
- 32.6 mm
- Year
- 2024
- Quality
- Proof
- Mintage
- 188 pieces
- Manufacturer
- Perth Mint
- Packaging
- Case
A coiled dragon of jade, made in the Shang dynasty, in the 13th or 12th century BC.
Pendant in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York
1 oz Gold Golden Dragon 2024 Proof (Mintage: 188 | Proof)
- Minting quality: Highest possible minting quality "Proof" (PP)
- Strictly limited: Very low mintage of only 188 pieces worldwide
- Growth potential: Very high appreciation potential due to strict limitation and high demand
- Very rare collector's coin / rarity
- Design: A unique Chinese dragon on the obverse
- Material / Fineness: 1 oz gold with a fineness of 999.9/1,000
- Manufacturer: Perth Mint
- Country of origin: Australia
The 1 oz Gold Golden Dragon 2024 Proof is an extraordinary collector's coin that impresses with its strict limitation and outstanding minting quality "Proof" (PP). This coin is not only a true work of art, but also an investment with high appreciation potential. With a mintage of only 188 pieces worldwide, it is a true rarity and a must-have for every discerning collector.
A Masterpiece of Minting Art
The coin was minted by the renowned Perth Mint and features on the obverse a majestic Chinese dragon, a symbol of power, strength and good fortune. The detailed depiction of the dragon impresses with its fineness and precision. On the reverse you will find the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II., a sign of the high quality and authenticity of this coin.
Exclusive Features
- Material and fineness: The coin is made of 1 oz of pure gold with a fineness of 999.9/1,000.
- Diameter: With a diameter of 32.60 mm, it is an impressive collector's item.
- Packaging: Each coin is delivered in an elegant case that underscores its exclusivity and provides optimal protection.
- Face value: The face value is 100 AUD, which also qualifies the coin as legal tender.
A Treasure for Collectors and Investors
This gold coin is not only a coveted collector's item, but also an excellent investment. Gold as an inflation hedge offers security and stability in uncertain times. With this coin, you secure a piece of history and a valuable heirloom for future generations.
Perfect Crisis Protection and Long-Term Investment
Gold has proven itself as a stable store of value over millennia and offers protection against economic and political crises. This coin is a perfect example of secure investment in precious metals. Due to the very low mintage and high demand, long-term value preservation and possible appreciation are virtually guaranteed.
Packaging and Presentation
The coin is delivered in a high-quality case that underscores its exclusivity and protects it from damage. The attractive packaging also makes it an ideal gift for special occasions.
Conclusion
The 1 oz Gold Golden Dragon 2024 Proof is not only a strictly limited rarity, but also an investment with high appreciation potential. With its outstanding minting quality "Proof" (PP) and impressive design, it is a must-have for every collector and investor. Secure this unique piece and benefit from the long-term advantages of investing in gold.
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