Dragon - Nine Sons - 5 Oz

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In Color

The Dragon and His Nine Sons
5 Oz Silver - Proof - in Color

• Motive in Color
• Limited Mintage only 1,000 pieces
• With Certificate of Authenticity
• Delivery in original Box

The silver coin in color from the Chinese mythical creatures series is entitled The Dragon and His Nine Sons and is based on the story of the mythological sons of the Dragon King. Struck from 5 ounces of 99.9% silver, the motive features the dragon king and a colorful depiction of his nine sons. The design also includes the inscription "DRAGON & HIS NINE SONS". The reverse shows the Ian Rank-Broadley portrait of Queen Elizabeth II as well as the denomination, weight, fineness and year of issue.

Chinese folklore surrounding the Nine Sons of the Dragon King has existed since the Ming dynasty. The description of the nine sons varies in tradition, but each of the nine sons is said to be half dragon and half a different animal - cow, wolf, goat, dog, lion, turtle, tiger, snake and fish. The limited 5 oz silver coin in color is delivered in the original box including a certificate of authenticity.