8 Dollars - Elizabeth II Lunar Year of the Dragon

€1.00
IssuerCanada
Year2024
TypeNon-circulating coin
Value8 Dollars
CurrencyDollar (1858-date)
CompositionSilver (.9999)
Weight7.96 g
Dimensions27 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Milled
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) RCM/MRC#208130, KM#3395
Obverse descriptionHead of Queen Elizabeth II, as at 77 years of age, bare headed, wearing necklace and earrings, facing right. Effigy is accompanied by a special marking consisting of double dates “1952” and “2022”, separated by four pearls symbolizing the four effigies that have graced Canadian coins throughout the reign of Elizabeth II.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringELIZABETH II D•G•REGINA 1952 ⁘ 2022 SB
(Translation: Elizabeth II, Queen by the Grace of God)
Reverse descriptionThe reverse celebrates the Year of the Dragon (2024) through its playful depiction of the beloved Chinese Zodiac animal. Gracefully snaking across the sky, the Dragon extends its claws and reaches for two auspicious motifs: a branch covered in plum blossoms, the Chinese New Year flower symbolizing resilience, vitality and courage; and a celebratory lantern, which is decorated with the Chinese character “龍” (“Dragon”).
Reverse scriptChinese, Latin
Reverse letteringCANADA 2024 8 DOLLARS 龍 AC
(Translation: Dragon)
EdgeSerrated
Mint
Mintage2024  - Modified Specimen - 38 888
Catalog ID2979845650
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