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2024 – Year of the Dragon
Celebrate the Year of the Dragon in 2024 with the 2024 Proof Colorized Tuvalu Lunar Baby Dragon 1/2 oz Silver Coin. This brand-new release from the Perth Mint offers a delightful portrayal of the revered dragon in a charming, baby rendition.
Limited mintage of 7,500 silver coins!
Reverse
On the obverse side of the 2024 Proof Colorized Lunar Baby Dragon 1/2 oz Silver Coin, you’ll find the Ian Rank-Broadley depiction of Queen Elizabeth II, depicted in right-profile relief, with specific markings of the coin surrounding her image. Inscriptions read QUEEN ELIZABETH II, 50 CENTS, TUVALU, 2024, 1/2 OZ 9999 AG, IRB, and 1952-2022.
Obverse
The reverse side of the 2024 Proof Colorized Tuvalu Lunar Baby Dragon Silver Coin showcases a delightful, colorized baby dragon. This endearing depiction portrays the dragon sitting gracefully, engaging with the viewer, and wearing an inviting smile. Next to the dragon, you’ll find the traditional Chinese character representing the dragon. Inscriptions include YEAR OF THE DRAGON.
History
Welcome the Year of the Wood Dragon in 2024, a significant event that occurs only once every 60 years. According to a well-known legend, the dragon emerged as the fifth animal to complete a challenging race organized by the Jade Emperor, earning its position as the fifth animal in the zodiac.
Tuvalu
Country in Oceania
Tuvalu, in the South Pacific, is an independent island nation within the British Commonwealth. Its 9 islands comprise small, thinly populated atolls and reef islands with palm-fringed beaches and WWII sites. Off Funafuti, the capital, the Funafuti Conservation Area offers calm waters for diving and snorkeling among sea turtles and tropical fish, plus several uninhabited islets sheltering sea birds. ― Google
Capital: Funafuti
Area: 10.04 mi²
Population: 11,204 (2021) World Bank
Gross domestic product: 63.1 million USD (2021) World Bank
Official languages: Tuvaluan, English
Currencies: Australian Dollar, Tuvaluan dollar
Photos taken with Nikon D3300 DSL Camera with attached AF-S Nikkor 18-55mm F3.5-5.6G lens. Adobe Photoshop Elements used to fix any digital artifacts.
Advised by NGC Registry that “small sets” will not be created. Custom set created under the following set name: “StarEagle Tuvalu 2012 - 2031 Baby Lunar Set”