100 Dollars In the name of Elizabeth II; Lunar Year of the Rabbit
2023 year| Gold (.9999) | 15.43 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Canada |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (2022-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2023 |
| Value | 100 Dollars 100 CAD = USD 74 |
| Currency | Dollar (1858-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 15.43 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#366122 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Inspired by the Chinese legend of the Jade Rabbit, the reverse design by artist Aries Cheung celebrates the Year of the Rabbit by showing the zodiac animal in a composed stance. Water is the dominant element in 2023 and it is represented by windmill-like wave patterns the “wind” and “water” that is feng shui, which helps bring about more health and prosperity. In addition to these waves, wing-like motifs adorn the Rabbit’s ears and shoulders. Flowering plants and cinnamon leaves appear on one side of the Rabbit, while Moon Palace the residence of Chang’e, the goddess of the moon appears on the other side, where it is surrounded by auspicious cloud patterns. The reverse includes the word “CANADA”, the Chinese character for “Rabbit”, the year “2023” and the face value, “100 DOLLARS”.
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
CANADA 2023
AC
Designer: Aries Cheung
Edge
Serrated
Comment
Usher in prosperity and joyful beginnings with this pure gold Year of the Rabbit coin.Second $100 pure gold Lunar Year coin! The noble Rabbit is a symbol of longevity, abundance and prosperity. People born in the Year of the Rabbit are kind, creative, sociable and peaceful; yet, behind that gentle smile lies great strength and a readiness to take swift action. The Rabbit is known for its attention to detail, and in a year associated with the Water element, it has the added ability to adapt to different situations in order to obtain the best possible outcome.
DID YOU KNOW?
Years of the Rabbit: According to the Chinese zodiac, you’re a Rabbit if you were born in 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011 and 2023.
The legend of the Jade (Moon) Rabbit: If you look up at the full moon, some of the shadows on the surface seem to form the outline of a rabbit with a mortar and pestle. There are a few different versions of the legend of the Jade or Moon Rabbit (also known as the Gold Rabbit), but according to one story, the rabbit was rewarded with immortality after it selflessly offered itself as food. The Jade Rabbit is said to live in Moon Palace with Chang’e, the goddess of the moon, whose origin story is associated with the annual Mid-Autumn Festival. The Jade Rabbit is often portrayed pounding the elixir of life while standing under a cinnamon (cassia) tree, which is thought to symbolize abundance and perpetual growth.
Packaging
For an elegant presentation, your Lunar Year of the Rabbit coin is housed in a red lacquered wood case with a red outer box, evoking the Chinese New Year custom of gifting “lucky money” in a red envelope.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that combines traditional Chinese motifs with Canadian elements. The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse depicts a rabbit surrounded by cherry blossoms, a symbol of good fortune and prosperity in Chinese culture. The coin's design is the work of Canadian artist Simon Ng, who aimed to create a piece that would celebrate the Lunar New Year and the Year of the Rabbit in a way that would be meaningful to both Chinese and Canadian communities.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1888 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Dollars (In the name of Elizabeth II; Lunar Year of the Rabbit) 2023 coin.
