Canada: 2025 $8 Water Dragon 1/20oz Pure Gold Coin

Canada: 2025 $8 Water Dragon 1/20oz Pure Gold Coin

Design: The reverse design by Canadian artists Christopher and Rosina Reid features a depiction of Panlong, the auspicious coiled dragon of Chinese mythology. A rain deity revered for its power and wisdom, the water-dwelling dragon is shown holding a pearl—a symbol of spiritual energy—while nestled in the rising waves, where the serpentine coil of the dragon’s body mirrors the rolling motion of the water’s surface. The obverse features the effigy of His Majesty King Charles III by Canadian artist Steven Rosati.

Mintage: 8888

Composition: 99.99% pure gold

Finish: Proof

Weight (g): 1.58

Diameter (mm): 14.1

Edge: Serrated

Face value: $8

Artist: Christopher and Rosina Reid (reverse), Steven Rosati (obverse)

Packaging: Black clamshell with graphic beauty box