Product Description

• 5th issue of the renowned Lunar I Series from The Perth Mint
• 1 ounce of 999.9 pure gold in brilliant uncirculated quality
• Limited mintage of only 30,000 pieces worldwide
• Delivered in a coin capsule for optimal protection

This 1 oz gold coin from the year 2000 embodies the fascination of the Chinese zodiac in a form that satisfies both collector passion and investment ambition. As part of the first Lunar Series issued by The Perth Mint, it has enjoyed worldwide recognition since its release.

Product Details

Technical Perfection in Australian Minting Craftsmanship

Struck from one ounce of 999.9 gold, this issue impresses with its exceptional material purity and balanced proportions. The diameter of 32.10 millimeters lends the coin a harmonious presence. The uncirculated quality ensures a brilliant surface with clearly defined contours and even reflections. Each coin originates from the renowned Perth Mint, a mint that has stood for the highest precision and consistently high quality standards for decades. Production takes place under strictly controlled conditions, ensuring that every individual strike achieves a high level of authenticity and lasting value.

Motif and Design

Expressive Symbolism in the Finest Engraving

The obverse depicts the dragon as a central element of Chinese mythology. Its elongated, scale-covered form winds powerfully across the surface of the coin and appears to emerge from the gold with dynamic tension. In its claws, it holds the so-called Pearl of Wisdom, a symbol of knowledge, power, and spiritual energy. Fine lines and precise shading lend depth and movement to the motif, while light glides across the polished surfaces, continually revealing new details. The design was created by Tony Dean, whose work is renowned for clarity, symbolic strength, and numismatic balance.

The reverse features the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by Ian Rank Broadley, complemented by the face value of 100 dollars. Both sides form a harmonious overall composition that unites tradition and timeless elegance.

Historical and Cultural Background

The Dragon as a Symbol of Power and Good Fortune

Within the Chinese zodiac, the dragon occupies a unique position. It is the only mythical creature among the twelve signs and has been regarded for thousands of years as a symbol of strength, prosperity, and imperial authority. People born in the Year of the Dragon are traditionally associated with leadership qualities, courage, and visionary thinking. The Lunar I Series from The Perth Mint embraces this cultural depth and translates it into a modern form of precious metal coinage. With the year 2000, this issue also marks a symbolically significant turning point at the beginning of a new millennium. As a result, the coin gains an additional historical dimension that goes beyond its material quality and elevates it to a cultural timepiece.

Exclusivity and Investment Value

Limited Availability with Sustainable Market Interest

The mintage of only 30,000 pieces worldwide underscores the exclusive character of this gold coin. Within the Lunar I Series, the dragon is among the most sought-after motifs, a fact reflected for years in stable demand on the international collectors’ market. The combination of high gold purity, limited quantity, and strong cultural symbolism creates a solid foundation for long-term value stability. Investors also appreciate the high recognizability of the series and its global tradability.

Secure one of the few available examples of this strictly limited gold coin before it disappears permanently into private collections.

Special Features

Tangible Substance and a Confident Feel

With its full one-ounce weight, this gold coin conveys an immediate sense of value and solidity. The balanced ratio of diameter to material thickness ensures a pleasant tactile experience appreciated by both seasoned collectors and investors. Weight plays a central role in price stability, as one-ounce gold coins are recognized worldwide as a reference size in precious metals trading. This standardization facilitates resale and ensures transparent pricing based on the current gold price. At the same time, the coin retains an additional collector’s premium due to its limited mintage, which can remain effective independently of short-term market fluctuations.

What Makes This Coin Special?

As the fifth issue of the Lunar I Series, this gold coin combines the most popular zodiac character with the historic year 2000 and a strictly limited mintage.

Storage

At Superior Coins, your coin collection is especially dear to us. That’s why we developed our Superior Boxes with a unique, multifunctional inlay tailored perfectly to your needs. You can choose to store the inlay safely and space-efficiently in our compact Security Box, ideal for safe-deposit lockers, or place it in one of our elegantly designed presentation boxes.

This way, your collection remains protected in your private safe while allowing you to enjoy the beautiful display of your valuable pieces at any time with style and pride. Discover the variety of our high-quality boxes and experience how presentation and security come together perfectly at Superior Coins.

Delivery and Service

Decide for yourself whether your coin will be delivered in the original case or in one of our exclusive Superior Boxes. The numbered certificate of authenticity fits securely in both packaging options. Upon request, we can store your Superior Box in our in-house, fully insured vault until your collection is complete. Alternatively, you are welcome to send us your coins; we will place them with the utmost care into the designated Superior Box and gladly assist you in completing your collection.

Personal Support & Maximum Security

We provide you with comprehensive and personal advice at any time, to jointly assemble the optimal overall package tailored to your individual goals and wishes. You can also make use of our subscription service so that you never miss a new release in your collection.

Of course, you will receive all relevant documents from us, including meaningful images for your insurance, directly upon delivery.

Rely on our many years of experience, maximum reliability, and state-of-the-art security standards. Your valuable pieces are in the best hands with Superior Coins. We accompany you with the greatest care and personal service on your path to a unique and value-retaining collection.

FAQ

Your Questions, Competently Answered

• What is the mintage of this gold coin?
  The worldwide mintage is exactly 30,000 pieces, making it a highly sought-after collector’s coin within the Lunar I Series.
• Is this coin suitable for long-term investment?
  Thanks to the combination of 9999 gold, the international recognition of the series, and the limited mintage, it offers a solid foundation for long-term-oriented investors.
• Is this issue also interesting for collectors of the Lunar Series?
  As part of the first Lunar Series from The Perth Mint, it holds significant importance for collectors who value complete series and early issues.
• How should the coin be stored optimally?
  Dry, light-protected storage in the original capsule or in a high-quality coin case is recommended to preserve the surface and striking quality.