2024 1oz Perth Mint Chinese Myths and Legends Dragon and Koi Gold Coin 

Product Overview

The 2024 1oz Chinese Myths and Legends Dragon and Koi Gold Coin from The Perth Mint continues the popular Chinese Myths and Legends series, celebrating powerful symbols from Asian mythology. Struck from 1 troy ounce (31.1 grams) of 99.99% pure gold, this investment-grade bullion coin combines exceptional gold purity with a richly symbolic design.

The reverse portrays a Chinese dragon and a koi fish circling a flaming pearl, an ancient symbol of wisdom and enlightenment. In Chinese mythology, the dragon represents power, strength, and prosperity, while the koi symbolises perseverance, harmony, and good fortune.

Issued as Australian legal tender with a face value of $100, the coin is backed by the Australian Government and produced to the high refining standards of The Perth Mint. With a limited mintage of just 5,000 coins worldwide, the 2024 Dragon and Koi Gold Coin offers strong appeal for both bullion investors and collectors seeking scarce Perth Mint releases.

Key Features & Benefits

1 troy ounce (31.1 grams) of 99.99% pure gold

Produced by the globally recognised Perth Mint

Part of the Chinese Myths and Legends bullion series

Limited mintage of 5,000 coins worldwide

Features symbolic dragon and koi design

Includes special “P125” mintmark celebrating Perth Mint’s 125th anniversary

Australian legal tender with a $100 face value

Micro-engraved security authentication feature

Design & Craftsmanship

Reverse:
The reverse features a Chinese dragon and koi fish circling a flame-ringed pearl, representing wisdom and enlightenment. The design also includes a moon bridge in the background whose reflection forms a circular lunar shape often associated with purity or perfection. The inscriptions include the year “2024” and the “P125” mintmarkcommemorating the 125th anniversary of The Perth Mint.

The coin also incorporates a micro-laser engraved security feature, detectable under magnification to help verify authenticity.

Obverse:
The obverse features the Dan Thorne effigy of His Majesty King Charles III, along with the inscriptions “CHARLES III,” “AUSTRALIA,” the coin’s weight and purity, and the denomination “100 DOLLARS.”

Authentication & Specifications

Mint: The Perth Mint
Series: Chinese Myths and Legends
Year: 2024
Metal: Gold
Purity: 99.99% (9999)
Weight: 1 troy oz (31.1g)
Denomination: 100 AUD
Mintage: Limited to 5,000 coins
Legal Tender: Australian Government-backed

Packaging & Availability

The 2024 1oz Dragon and Koi Gold Coin is supplied in a protective acrylic capsule to preserve its Brilliant Uncirculated finish. Larger quantities may be packaged in rolls or boxes by the mint for secure storage and transport.

Due to its limited mintage and culturally significant design, this release is particularly sought after by collectors of Perth Mint series and investors interested in scarce bullion coins.