© Perth Mint
© Perth Mint
1 Dollar - Elizabeth II Chinese New Year
2018 year| Aluminium bronze | 13 g | 30.6 mm |
| Issuer | Tuvalu |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2018 |
| Value | 1 Dollar 1 AUD = USD 0.68 |
| Currency | Dollar (1976-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 13 g |
| Diameter | 30.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#266469 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
A red dragon in the shape of a Chinese knot
Lettering:
新年快乐
P
NM
Designer: Natasha Muhl
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (Chinese New Year) 2018 from Tuvalu made of Aluminium bronze weighing 13 g is that it features a unique design that combines traditional Chinese symbols with the image of Queen Elizabeth II. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of the Queen, while the reverse side depicts a colorful dragon, a symbol of good luck and prosperity in Chinese culture, surrounded by intricate patterns and designs. This coin is a rare and beautiful collector's item that celebrates the fusion of two cultures and is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Tuvalu.
