8 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Year of the Dragon - Silver Bullion Coin) 2012 front 8 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Year of the Dragon - Silver Bullion Coin) 2012 back
8 Dollars - Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Year of the Dragon - Silver Bullion Coin) 2012 photo
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8 Dollars - Elizabeth II 4th Portrait - Year of the Dragon - Silver Bullion Coin

2012 year
Silver (.999) 155.5 g 60.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Australia
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2012
Value
8 Dollars 8 AUD = USD 5.51
Currency
Dollar (1966-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
155.5 g
Diameter
60.3 mm
Thickness
5.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#38579
Rarity index
84%

Reverse

A Chinese Dragon with a pearl of wisdom, Chinese character for Dragon to right.

Scripts: Chinese (traditional, regular script), Latin

Lettering:

P
Year of the Dragon

Translation: 龍 = Dragon

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Issued by the Perth Mint - $8 Five Ounce Silver Lunar Series 2 Coin.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2012 Australian $8 Elizabeth II (4th Portrait - Year of the Dragon - Silver Bullion Coin) is that it has a unique dragon design on the reverse side, which is a departure from the traditional coin designs featuring the royal family. The dragon is depicted in a dynamic pose, curled around a stylized flame, and is surrounded by intricate details and patterns. This design not only adds aesthetic value to the coin but also symbolizes the cultural significance of the dragon in Chinese culture, making it a popular collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2012 P 4942 - - - - - -

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