Canada: 2022 $8 Earth Dragon Pure Gold Coin

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Canada: 2022 $8 Earth Dragon Pure Gold Coin

Design: Designed by graphic designer Albert Ng, your coin’s reverse is inspired by ancient Chinese mythology and features Dilong, the Earth Dragon. This traditional protector of waterways stands dignified and proud, with features that imply valour and strength; its sharp claws grip a yin-yang symbol that represents unity, balance and harmony. The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt.

Mintage: 8,888

Composition: 99.99% pure gold

Finish: proof

Weight (g): 1.58

Diameter (mm): 14.10

Edge: serrated

Face value: $8

Artist: Albert Ng (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)

PackagingYour gold coin is presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded clamshell and packaged in a red graphic beauty box, evoking the Chinese New Year "red envelope" tradition of bestowing a wish for luck and good fortune.

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