10 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Year of the Dragon - Gold Proof
2012 year| Gold (.999) | 3.135 g | 17.53 mm |
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2012 |
| Value | 10 Dollars 10 AUD = USD 6.88 |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 3.135 g |
| Diameter | 17.53 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#190398 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Chinese dragon chasing flaming pearl in the centre, surrounded by authentic Chinese symbols in a symmetrical design. Chinese symbol for dragon at right.
Scripts: Chinese (simplified), Latin
Lettering:
2012
龙
YEAR OF THE DRAGON
Translation: 龙 = Dragon
Designer: Vladimir Gottwald
Edge
Reeded
Comment
In 2007 the RAM launched an on-going series of Fine Gold (.999) ten dollar coins depicting each Lunar year and their representative animals. The "Year of the Dragon" was the sixth coin in the series and was issued in a wooden box.Aluminium-bronze & Fine Silver (.999) $1 versions of the coin were also issued.
The Chinese Zodiac is based on a twelve year cycle, each year being represented by an animal. People born in the "Year of the Dragon" wear the crown of destiny and are capable of great achievements if they know how to harness their tremendous energy, intelligence and talent.
Interesting fact
The 2012 $10 Gold Proof Coin - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Year of the Dragon) from Australia features a unique dragon design on its reverse side, which is inspired by Chinese culture and symbolizes good fortune and prosperity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 2500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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