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Be in readiness for favourable winds.
Coiling and floating across the sky, Shenlong is the revered lóng (“dragon”) of Chinese mythology that governs the elements upon which agriculture depends: wind, rain, clouds and, when angered, tempests. The benevolent rainmaker and master of storms is typically the colour of the blue sky so it often goes unseen, but on this affordable 99.99% pure gold coin, Shenlong strikes a commanding pose that leaves little doubt of its mastery over weather conditions that result in abundance and prosperity.
Start the Year of the Dragon by honouring Shenlong.
COIN HIGHLIGHTS
- Fourth Chinese spirit dragon. Chinese spirit dragons are regarded as benevolent mythological creatures, and they are among our most popular annual themes. Inspired by Chinese mythology, this fourth coin continues our tradition of showcasing the art motifs, symbols and legends that are a cherished part of Chinese-Canadian culture.
- A golden dragon in the Year of the Dragon. The spirit dragon on this 2024 coin is Shenlong, the powerful rainmaker and master of storms. Its likeness appears on the reverse of this precious keepsake crafted in 99.99% pure gold, which is also the traditional colour of prosperity and good fortune.
- Affordable gold coin. Struck on a 1/20 oz. (14.1 mm diameter) gold blank, this limited collectible is one of our most affordable pure gold offerings in 2024.
- Rare and in high demand. Previous dragon coins all sold out quickly, and only 8,888 pure gold Spirit Dragon coins are available worldwide.
- Includes serialized certificate. The Royal Canadian Mint certifies all of its collector coins.
- No GST/HST.
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Your gold coin is presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded black clamshell and packaged in a red graphic beauty box, evoking the Chinese New Year “red envelope” tradition of bestowing a wish for luck and good fortune.
LUCKY 8
Traditionally, “8” is the luckiest number. To attract good luck and fortune, the auspicious number has been incorporated into the mintage (8,888).
RED PACKAGING
Your golden Spirit Dragon coin comes packaged in a black clamshell with a red beauty box—red to attract good luck in 2024, the Year of the Dragon.
DID YOU KNOW?
In traditional Chinese culture, the dragon is the king of animals and a revered symbol of strength, nobility, power and prosperity. Its likeness is thought to usher good tidings for the new year – especially in 2024, the Year of the Dragon.
The coin’s reverse was designed by Simon Ng and features a depiction of the Chinese spirit dragon Shenlong, the benevolent bringer of rains and master of storms. Moving forward across the sky, the dragon’s snake-like body curls away into the distance, as Shenlong brings forth the elements of weather. The dragon’s talons rest on billowing clouds, and with cheeks puffed, Shenlong breathes out a swirling wind; that movement of air is also conveyed by the curling whiskers, eyebrows and horns. The obverse features the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt. The obverse also bears a special marking that includes four pearls symbolizing the four effigies that have graced Canadian coins and the double date of her reign.
ABOUT THE ROYAL CANADIAN MINT
The Royal Canadian Mint is known as one of the most reputable mints in the world. The Ottawa Branch of the Royal Mint opened in 1908 and was renamed The Royal Canadian Mint in 1931 when control was transferred to the Canadian government. The Royal Canadian Mint is renowned for producing some of the highest quality and purity of gold and silver bullion coins and bars in the world. Their high standards for excellence and quality allowed them to be the first refinery to manufacture 9999 fine gold bullion coins in 1982, as well as the first to reach 99999 fine gold purity in 1998.
9869 | |
2024 | |
Proof | |
New | |
9999 | |
Canada | |
Royal Canadian Mint | |
CAD 8 | |
8888 | |
Simon Ng |
1/20 oz | |
14.1 |
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