2024 $1 Year of the Dragon Uncirculated Two Coin Set – AlBr

Name: 2024 $1 Year of the Dragon Uncirculated Two Coin Set | Swan Bullion Company
Brand: Royal Australian Mint
SKU: 11360
Price: 18.17 GBP
Availability: InStock

To celebrate the Lunar Year of the Dragon, the Royal Australian Mint has released this 2024 $1 Uncirculated Two-Coin Set featuring the confident and noble Dragon and the Lunar calendar wheel. The set is designed to appeal to collectors or those seeking an auspicious and traditional gift for Lunar New Year.

The Dragon is the fifth of the twelve signs in the Chinese Zodiac. According to legend, twelve animals participated in a race across a river to allow the Jade Emperor to establish the order of the signs of the Chinese horoscope. Everyone thought that the Dragon would come first as it could fly, but it stopped to help some villages along the way. It also felt sorry for the Rabbit and decided to help it ashore first, allowing the Rabbit to take fourth place.

People born in the Year of the Dragon are said to be natural born leaders. Famous Dragons include US statesmen Martin Luther King Jr., musicians John Lennon and Rihanna, actors Kurt Douglas and Keanu Reeves, Australian artist Ken Done and cricketer Brett Lee.

Struck by Royal Australian Mint, these coins are issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965 and have a mintage of 30,000.

DESIGN

The first coins reverse depicts the noble and intelligent Dragon surrounded by auspicious clouds as well as the inscriptions “YEAR OF THE DRAGON” and the Chinese character for dragon. The second coins reverse depicts the lunar calendar wheel, rotated so that this year the dragon takes the pride of place.

The obverse of each coin features the memorial effigy of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II including her reign dates designed by Jody Clark as well as the monetary denomination and 2024 year-date.

PRESENTATION

These coins are packaged in an auspicious red and gold card and sleeve.

Technical Specifications (each coin)

Year Date	2024
Denomination (AUD)	1.00
Metal Content	AlBr
Mass (g)	9.00
Diameter (mm)	25.00
Finish	Uncirculated
Maximum Mintage	30,000
Obverse Designer	J. Clark
Reverse Designer	B. Scott
Packaging	Coins in plastic presentation slab

ABOUT ROYAL AUSTRALIAN MINT

The Royal Australian Mint, established in 1965 through the Royal Australian Mint Act, is the sole producer of Australia's circulating coins. Located in Canberra, it was officially opened on February 22, 1965, by Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

Its primary purpose is to produce legal tender coins for circulation, commemorative coins, and other numismatic products, ensuring a stable supply of high-quality coins. The Mint has embraced modern minting technologies, investing in state-of-the-art equipment and techniques.

Known for its innovative designs, the Mint's coins often feature iconic Australian symbols, historical events, and cultural motifs, celebrating the nation's diverse heritage and natural beauty. It issues commemorative coins to mark significant events, anniversaries, and milestones, highly sought after by collectors.

Internationally recognized for excellence in coin production and design, the Mint has won numerous awards and collaborates with mints worldwide. It engages the public through tours, educational programs, exhibitions, and events, promoting numismatic awareness and showcasing its heritage.

Swan Bullion Company is proud to be an authorised distributor for both Royal Australian Mint bullion and numismatic products.