2024 $8 PURE GOLD COIN
SPIRIT DRAGON

5th coin of the series Dragon of the Chinese New Year (in gold).

Be in readiness for favourable winds in the Year of the Dragon. 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. On this affordable 99.99% pure gold coin from the Royal Canadian Mint, Shenlong strikes a commanding pose that leaves little doubt of its mastery over weather conditions that can result in abundance and prosperity.

 One of the Royal Canadian Mint’s most affordable gold offerings in 2024. Struck on a 1/20 oz. 99.99% pure gold blank, this limited collectible is small in size (14.1 mm) but big on engraved details.
 Regarded as benevolent mythological creatures, Chinese spirit dragons are among the most popular annual themes among collectors of coins from the Royal Canadian Mint.
 This fifth coin continues the tradition of showcasing the art motifs, symbols and legends that are a cherished part of Chinese-Canadian culture.
 Struck on a 1/20 oz. (14.1 mm diameter) gold blank, this is one of the most affordable pure gold coins issued by the Royal Canadian Mint in 2024.
 Packaged in a black clamshell with a red beauty box — red to attract good luck in 2024, the Year of the Dragon.

DRAGON OF THE CHINESE NEW YEAR (IN GOLD) - SPIRIT DRAGON - 2024 CANADIAN COINS 05 is categorised COINS AND PAPER MONEY / 08- ROYAL CANADIAN MINT / 07- PURE GOLD and sold by l'Imaginaire, a store and specialised website.