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2 Dollars - Elizabeth II 6th Portrait - Chinese Myths and Legends - Silver Antique
| Issuer | Perth Mint |
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| Year | 2022 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
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| Obverse lettering | ELIZABETH II AUSTRALIA 2oz 9999 Ag JC 2022 2 DOLLARS |
| Reverse description | A highly detailed, deeply struck depiction of a Chinese dragon rendered in the traditional East Asian mythological style, dominating the entire reverse field. The creature is shown in a dynamic coiling pose, its scaled body writhing amidst stylised clouds and crashing waves rendered in intricate relief. The dragon's head is positioned in the lower centre, mouth open and displaying fearsome fangs, with a pearl or flaming orb nearby. The antique finish accentuates the extraordinary high relief of the design, with the Perth Mint's 'P' mintmark visible in the right field. No peripheral legend appears on the reverse, allowing the dramatic mythological composition to fill the full diameter of the coin. |
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Part of Perth Mint's ongoing Chinese Myths and Legends series, this release targets the substantial collector market in mainland China, Hong Kong, and the Chinese diaspora — a segment that has driven much of the premium bullion industry's growth since the early 2010s. The antique finish is applied chemically after striking to simulate aged silver, a process Perth has refined across multiple series to meet collector demand for visual depth that standard proof finishes don't provide.
The 6th Portrait of Elizabeth II, by Jody Clark, was introduced in 2015 and remained in use on Australian coinage through the end of her reign in 2022.