The Perth Mint 2024 March Bulletin | Page 11

Unique celebration in opal

NEW RELEASE
In an enticing show of authentic Australian opal , the lunar dragon dances across its celestial realm on this superb piece of numismatic art .
The coin is struck from 1oz of 99.99 % pure silver in stunning proof quality .
AUSTRALIAN OPAL LUNAR SERIES
2024 Year of the Dragon 1oz Silver Proof Coin
$ 1 Australian legal tender 99.99 % pure silver 36.60 mm ø 6,000 Mintage
24P80AAA
AUD 160 . 00
Its centrepiece is crafted from hand-cut slivers of high-grade Australian opal laid in mosaic form onto polished glass featuring a laser-etched outline of a dragon . Opal itself has been associated with both royalty and good luck , and its ornate patterns and mesmerising colours reflect the ancient Chinese emperor ’ s richly decorated silken robes .
Struck elements include intricate patterning with stylised depictions of hyacinths , said to be lucky flowers for those born in the Year of the Dragon .
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