2012 Perth Mint Black Dragon Coloured 1oz Silver Proof Coin
Australian Lunar Series II | 1oz Silver Proof | World Money Fair Berlin Exclusive
Description
Released exclusively for the prestigious World Money Fair in Berlin, the 2012 Perth Mint Lunar Dragon Black Coloured Silver Proof Coin is one of the most sought-after special issues from the celebrated Australian Lunar Series II collection.
Struck from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver in stunning Proof quality, this limited-edition release features a dramatic black-coloured dragon with vivid red detailing — a visually powerful interpretation of the most revered animal in the Chinese zodiac.
With only 5,000 coins issued worldwide in official World Money Fair packaging, this highly collectible release combines Lunar symbolism, exclusive show pedigree, and premium Perth Mint craftsmanship into a standout modern numismatic masterpiece.
🎨 Design Description
The reverse showcases a dramatic black-coloured dragon accented with vivid red detailing, coiled protectively around the symbolic pearl of wisdom.
In Chinese tradition:
- The dragon symbolises power and prosperity
- The pearl represents wisdom and enlightenment
- Black is associated with spirituality and the element of water
The design also includes The Perth Mint’s traditional “P” mintmark.
The obverse features the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, together with the coin’s weight, fineness, year-date, and monetary denomination, confirming its status as Australian legal tender.
✨ Key Features
🪙 Struck from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver
✨ Premium Proof quality finish
🌑 Black-coloured dragon design with red detailing
🌍 Official World Money Fair Berlin special release
🔒 Limited mintage of only 5,000 coins worldwide
🏛️ Features The Perth Mint’s traditional “P” mintmark
🇦🇺 Australian legal tender
📜 Numbered Certificate of Authenticity included
📦 Official World Money Fair display packaging
📋 Specifications
| Year | 2012 |
| Mint | Perth Mint |
| Series | Australian Lunar Series II |
| Theme | Year of the Dragon |
| Country | Australia |
| Metal | Silver |
| Purity | 99.9% |
| Weight | 1oz (31.1g) |
| Finish | Proof, Black Coloured |
| Mintage | 5,000 |
| Legal Tender | Australia |
| Packaging | Official World Money Fair Display Case with Themed Shipper |
| Certificate | Yes – Numbered COA Included |
| SKU | CG12PMLDBPF1ZBX01 |
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