2025 Dragon $1 Rectangular Silver Proof Coin
The Perth Mint is excited to release this 1oz silver proof coin featuring the Chinese dragon in a unique rectangular format.
The dragon is a legendary reptilian creature steeped in cultural significance. In Western folklore it is portrayed as a winged beast that unleashes a destructive flame. In the Eastern tradition, however, the serpentine-shaped dragon is asymbol of potent power and abundant good fortune.
This carefully crafted pure silver rectangular proof coin features a minted impression of a meticulously detailed depiction of an oriental dragon, snarling with open claws and intricately scaled wings. The design also incorporates the Inscription '2025’, and The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark.
The obverse bears the Dan Thorne effigy of His Majesty King Charles III. It features radiant lines in the background, along with the inscription “CHARLES III AUSTRALIA”, and the coin’s weight, purity, and monetary denomination.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Silver Content (Troy oz) 1
- Monetary Denomination (AUD) 1
- Fineness (% purity) 99.99
- Minimum Gross Weight (g) 31.107
- Maximum Diameter (mm) 47.60 x 27.60
- Standard Thickness (mm) 3.57
- Maximum Mintage 3,888
- Reverse Designer Lucas Bowers
- Obverse Designer Dan Thorne
Each coin is struck by The Perth Mint from 1oz of 99.99% pure silver in proof quality and issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965.
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