Dragon -rectangular- 1oz Gold Coin 2021
Perth Mint
The Perth Mint is one of the world’s most renowned precious metal mints. Founded in 1899 in Perth, Australia, as a branch of the British Royal Mint, it is now owned by the Government of Western Australia. The mint specializes in the production of bullion bars, collector coins, and investment coins made from gold, silver, platinum, and palladium.
The Perth Mint is especially well known for its “Australian Kangaroo,” “Koala,” and “Lunar” coin series.
GPSR: The Perth Mint
310 Hay Street
Western Australia 6004 East Perth
Australia
+61 (8) 9421 7222
info@perthmint.com
Established in 1899 in Western Australia the Perth Mint has gained an excellent reputation for its expertise in refining precious metals and producing coins. It offers an extensive range of bullion which includes the popular Australian Kangaroo series.
Dragons are commonly portrayed as powerful creatures capable of flight and emitting fire, featuring prominently in myths, legends, and literary works worldwide. Their symbolism adapts to each cultural perspective and often represents protection and wealth.
The Australian Dragon 1oz Rectangular Gold Coin 2021 displays the dragon in serpentine form with prominent scales and large claws. The initials ‘LB’ can be seen on the dragon’s tail and refer to the designer, Lucas Bowers. The mintmark ‘P’ is displayed in the top right corner.
An effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by designer Jody Clark is featured on the obverse. It is inscribed with ‘ELIZABETH II’ and beneath that ‘AUSTRALIA’ and ‘1oz 9999 Au’. Below the image it reads ‘100 DOLLARS’ with ‘2021’’ at the bottom.
The Australian Dragon 1oz Rectangular Gold Coin 2021 contains one troy ounce of gold with a purity of 999.9/1000. It has a metric weight of 31.10 grams and measures 41.60 mm in length and 24.60 mm in width, the thickness is 2.79 mm.
The Australian Dragon 1oz Rectangular Gold Coin 2021 has a mintage of 8888, adding to its desirability for collectors. It presents a compelling investment opportunity for those looking to acquire a piece of precious metal with the potential for long-term growth and appreciation.
| Metal | Gold |
| Form | Gold Coin |
| Country of Origin | Australia |
| Manufacturer | Perth Mint |
| Series | Dragon Series |
| Purity | 999.9/1000 |
| Fineweight | 31.10 gram |
| Gross Weight | 31.10 gram |
| Denomination (oz) | 1 oz |
| Year of issue | 2021 |
| Grade | Brilliant |
| Condition | Circulated |
| Face value | 100 AUD |
| Product Length | 41.40 mm |
| Product Width | 24.60 mm |
| Thickness | 2.40 mm |
| Packaging | in Capsule |