1 oz Dragon Rectangular Gold Coin 2022

For centuries, we have known coins with a circular shape and a flat surface. But in 2018 the Perth Mint decided to introduce a new series with a new concept: the flat gold coin.

The Perth mint is known for its amazing skills from its long and respected history. Its successful modernisation allows the production of outstanding and original coins like this amazing 1 oz Dragon Rectangular gold coin. Founded in 1899, the Perth Mint has more than 100 years of minting excellence and features significantly in the history of Western Australia.

On the reverse side we can find this beautiful design of a dragon with amazing details. The drawing dominates entirely the field of the coin and the result is pretty spectacular! The dragon almost looks alive slithering down the coin all the way to the bottom. In Chinese culture, the dragon is highly respected and celebrated. It is a divine mythical creature, symbol of power, strength, but also wisdom and fortune. One of the great reasons to acquire this coin is the belief that it should bring you luck!

The obverse of the coin is a depiction of Her Majesty The Queen Elizabeth II. This portrait of the Queen is the 6th generation portrait for Australian coinage and has been designed by Jody Clark.

Here, Her Majesty is shown, aged 85, in right-profile relief wearing the George IV State Diadem Crown.

The Queen is also wearing the royal jewels and around the drawing, we can find her name,the weight and the fineness '1oz 9999 Au', the monetary denomination '100 DOLLARS' and the year-date.

The gold bullion version of the Australian Rectangular Dragon comes with a distinctive mintage of 8,888 coins, repeating the most popular number in Chinese culture. The number eight isn't just popular, it is considered the luckiest number in Chinese culture as well.

With such an original design and believed to bring you luck, the rectangular coin is sure to be popular. Secure yours today on GoldFlorin!