Face Value : 1 dollar. Metal Purity : Silver 0.999. Dimensions : 47.60 x 27.60. The 2012 Australian Year of the Dragon 1 oz Silver Rectangle 4 Coin Set is produced by the Perth Mint. Each rectangle shaped coin was struck from 1 troy ounce of. 999 silver and features a colorized dragon on the reverse. Minted by the Perth Mint as legal tender for the Cook Islands, this release is limited to a mintage of only 3,000 numbered sets. Each set includes a Certificate of Authenticity. The coins come enclosed in a black-bordered clear display case, showcasing both sides of the coin. This set was issued in honor of the Chinese Lunar Calendar year of the Dragon, and the 12-year cycle of the Chinese Zodiac. The Dragon in the Chinese Zodiac is powerful, confident, and passionate. People born in years: 1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000 and 2012 are influenced by the Dragon. The obverse carries the Raphael Maklouf effigy of Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen’s royal portrait is encircled by the legend, ELIZABETH II COOK ISLANDS 2012 1 DOLLAR. The Chinese Dragons are showcased in multi-colored designs in red, blue, orange and brown. The reverse designs include a mystical Dragon next to the Pearl of Wisdom, the backgrounds consist of waves and clouds. The Chinese symbol and the Perth Mint P mint mark are struck into the reverse. Under the character for Dragon is the weight and purity of, 1 OZ 999 SILVER. The Dragon is the fifth sign of the Chinese Zodiac. The Dragon is a symbol of power and wealth and is believed to bring good fortune and prosperity. People born in the year of the dragon have a natural charisma, ambition and determination. They are natural organizers, known for their positive attitude and vibrant personalities. Famous people born in the Year of the Dragon include Sigmund Freud (1856), Salvadore Dali (1904), John Lennon (1940), Al Pacino (1940) and Keanu Reeves (1964). We thoroughly and carefully pack each parcel, be assured we will do everything that you received an order in the stated form. Q: Can I cancel my order? A: Once your order is completed it cannot be cancelled. Please be certain of your order before finalizing. Q: How long will it take to get my item? To expedite the process, it is important to follow the following points. Please, inform us about the situation what happen. The item “Cook Islands 1$ Year of the Dragon (Blue) 1oz Silver Rectangle Coin 2012″ is in sale since Friday, November 06, 2015. This item is in the category “Coins & Paper Money\Coins\ World\Australia & Oceania\South Pacific”. The seller is “coinsberg” and is located in Kyiv. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Country: Cook Island
• Year: 2012
• Face Value: 1 dollar
• Metal Purity:  Silver 0.999
• Weight: 1 Oz
• Dimensions: 47.60 x 27.60
• Quality: Proof
• Mintage: 3,000
• Box: Yes
• CoA: Yes