{"product_id":"2026-dragon-1-rectangular-silver-proof-coin","title":"2026 Dragon $1 Rectangular Silver Proof Coin","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Perth Mint is excited to release this 1oz silver proof coin featuring the Chinese dragon in a unique rectangular format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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 a symbol of potent power and abundant good fortune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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 '2026’, and The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilver Content (Troy oz): 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonetary Denomination (AUD) 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFineness (% purity): 99.99\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum Gross Weight (g): 31.107\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Diameter (mm): 47.60 x 27.60\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard Thickness (mm): 3.57\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Mintage: 3,888\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReverse Designer: Jennifer McKenna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObverse Designer: Dan Thorne\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e***Pre-Sale - Shipping from Mid-August***\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Australian Specialty Coins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51425314242724,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/9027\/9844\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_5d176409-5e4a-4633-a892-5325ded941ac.png?v=1785758377","url":"https:\/\/www.australianspecialtycoins.com.au\/products\/2026-dragon-1-rectangular-silver-proof-coin","provider":"Australian Specialty Coins","version":"1.0","type":"link"}