RARE DRAGON HIGH RELIEF 2012 Lunar Year Series Australia $1 SILVER Proof 1oz

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¤¤¤ SOLD OUT AT THE MINT! ¤¤¤ 2012 1oz DRAGON HIGH RELIEF Silver Proof Coin SOLD OUT IN FEW HOURS AT MINT - FIRST OF NEW "HIGH RELIEF" LUNAR SERIES The coins high relief is minted on concave surfaces to ensure the optimum flow of metal is achieved by the strike of the dye. Adding to the highly successful Australian Lunar Series II, 2012 Year of the Dragon, The Perth Mint is excited to present this spectacular 1oz Silver Proof High Relief coin. The dragon is considered to be a very strong symbol and these superb proof quality releases are perfect for people born in ‘dragon’ years. The reverse of the coin depicts a representation of a dragon with a symbolic "pearl of wisdom". The Chinese character for ‘dragon’ and the inscription ‘Year of the Dragon’ also appear in the design with The Perth Mint’s traditional "P" mintmark. The Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the 2012 year-date are shown on the coin’s obverse. Specifications: Denomination: $1Metal: Fine SilverMass: 1ozDiameter: 32.6 mmThickness: 6 mmMintage: 7'500 (SOLD OUT!) Coin comes in the capsule with COA and original box In 2012, The Perth Mint’s internationally renowned Australian Lunar Silver Coin Series II celebrates the Year of the Dragon, the fifth animal in the 12-year cycle of the Chinese zodiac. This superb proof quality release is perfect for people born in ‘dragon’ years – 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000 and 2012 – who are regarded as confident, enterprising, independent, self-assured, brave and passionate. Proof Quality 99.9% Pure Silver The coin is struck by The Perth Mint from 99.9% pure silver in proof quality. Chinese Dragon Reverse in Spectacular High Relief The coin’s high relief reverse and obverse are minted on concave surfaces to ensure the optimum flow of metal is achieved by the strike of the die.The reverse of the coin depicts a representation of a dragon with a symbolic pearl. The Chinese character for ‘dragon’ and the inscription YEAR OF THE DRAGON also appear in the design with The Perth Mint’s traditional ‘P’ mintmark. Australian Legal Tender Issued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965 , the coin features the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on its obverse. Extremely Limited Mintage No more than 7,500 of these coins will be released. Numbered Certificate of Authenticity The coin is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Stylish Presentation The coin is housed in a stylish black and red display case, with a striking illustrated shipper. Great Gift Idea As well as appealing to silver proof coin collectors, this outstanding release also makes a great gift for people born in any year ruled by the Chinese lunar dragon. --------------------------------------------------------------------- SELLING POLICIES: - We accept PAYPAL- WE DO NOT ACCEPT PERSONAL CHECK (please don't ask)- Wire transfer: European customer you can transfer to my bank account (BNP France). SHIPPING: LETTER / SMALL PACKAGE (Registered mail - NOT INSURED)European union and Switzerland: EUR 9,00 Worldwide: EUR 11,00INTERNATIONAL PRIORITY PACKAGE (Tracking number and Insurance, 4 - 8 business days, up to 1 kg!) European union, Switzerland and Norway: EUR 15,50 Europe (Non european union): EUR 19,00 USA, Canada, Africa and Middle East: EUR 23,00 Worldwide: EUR 26,00 -Shipping cost will be combined for multiple purchases. *International delivery - Please email us after the sale with your location so we may give you the best method of delivery. Note that postal insurance and tracking number to many countries is limited! Any international import taxes/duty/VAT required by your Customs Service are your responsibility. Check with your Customs Services for potential charges!- Please read the discriptions carefully- If there is a clear error in my listing, I will refund your winning... read more

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