Catalog
1 Dollar Whiskered Dragon
| Issuer | Reserve Bank of Fiji |
|---|---|
| Year | 2024 |
| Type | Log in to see details |
| Value | 1 Dollar |
| Currency | Log in to see details |
| Composition | Log in to see details |
| Weight | Log in to see details |
| Diameter | Log in to see details |
| Thickness | Log in to see details |
| Shape | Log in to see details |
| Technique | Log in to see details |
| Orientation | Log in to see details |
| Engraver(s) | Log in to see details |
| In circulation to | Log in to see details |
| Reference(s) | Log in to see details |
| Obverse description | The obverse presents an extraordinarily detailed high-relief depiction of a whiskered dragon rendered in the East Asian tradition, its sinuous scaled body coiling dynamically across the entire dragon-contoured flan. The creature's horned and whiskered head occupies the upper left, rendered with fierce expressiveness, its open maw revealing teeth and its eyes deeply incised. At the centre of the composition, the dragon's body encircles a vivid red inlaid sphere — the flaming pearl of wisdom — which serves as the focal accent against the antiqued silver field. The deeply sculpted scales, flowing mane, claws, and swirling cloud and flame motifs fill every plane of the flan, demonstrating exceptional craftsmanship in ultra-high relief. The antiqued finish accentuates the depth and shadow of the design, enhancing the three-dimensional sculptural quality throughout. |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Log in to see details |
| Obverse lettering | Log in to see details |
| Reverse description | The reverse displays the same dragon-contoured high-relief composition as the obverse, with the coiling whiskered dragon's body wrapping across the field and encircling a red inlaid sphere at the right centre. Inset within the lower left of the dragon's coils is a recessed circular cartouche bearing the Fijian coat of arms — depicting a shield supported by two Fijian warriors — accompanied by the legend FIJI 2024 arching above and 1 DOLLAR inscribed below. The surrounding field retains the intricate scaled, cloud, and flame motifs of the dragon rendered in deep antiqued relief. The legends 1 oz .999 FINE SILVER appear within or adjacent to the cartouche, affirming the coin's bullion specification. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering | Log in to see details |
| Edge | Log in to see details |
| Mint | Log in to see details |
| Mintage | Log in to see details |
| Additional information | Log in to see details |