According to legend, Chinese civilization stems from thelegendary folk hero Fu Xi—the 8th of the Chinese Dragon’s 9 sons. Fu Xi is one of the most auspicious among his kind. He taught the people how to hunt, fish, cook, cultivate silk, develop literature, and invent musical instruments. The Fu Xi Dragon is portrayed on this half-kilogram 99.99% pure silver coin. Heis seen swirling within an ornate frame, next to a pearl of wisdom—which he dispenses to enlighten his people.

Soar with good luck into the New Year with your half-kilogram pure silver dragon coin! Order today!

• A SPECIAL DRAGON THEME! Aspart of the most popular icons in Chinese cultural mythology, dragons are a striking symbol charged with meaning and history.
• AN AUSPICIOUS GIFT! Whether you plan to add it to your own collection or brightenup that of a loved one, the Dragon coin is the perfect way to soar into the New Year with good luck!
• REMARKABLE SIZE AND DETAIL! Minted with outstanding craftsmanship, this keepsake features an intricate design, which becomes a work ofart on this large 85.52 mm coin.
• AUSPICIOUS “8’S” INCLUDED IN YOUR COIN PRICE! The price of your coin of $1,288.88 includes many “8’s” and is very auspicious!
• EXCLUSIVE MINTAGE OF 588 COINS IS HIGHLY SYMBOLIC! Your coin has a limited worldwide mintage of 588.
• INCLUDES SERIALIZED CERTIFICATE! The Royal Canadian Mint certifies all of its collector coins.
• HALF KILOGRAM PURE SILVER! Your coin is crafted from a half kilogramof 99.99% pure silver!
• NO GST/HST!

The reverse design by Canadian artist Simon Ng features the curling shape of the iconic Chinese Fu Xi dragon. The subject was inspired from a widespectrum of traditional paintings, mythological art, embroideries, sculpture and tattoos. The waves of an ornate frame elegantly surround the intricate design. The obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt.

• Chinese mythology attributes the creation of the first humans to Fu Xi—a legendary folk hero—depicted as having the body of a serpent and the head of a man or sometimes a lion. The Emperors were thought to be direct descendants of the dragons.
• Every 12 years, the Chinese New Year falls on the Year of the Dragon. Some of the world’s most prominent figures were born on such years, including Martin Luther King (1929), Bruce Lee (1940) and Joan ofArc (1412)!
• The Chinese Dragon is one of the most remarkable types among these legendary serpentine creatures. Depicted as a fierce fire-breathing beast with sharp talons and big teeth, it is, yet, a benevolent animal.
• Dragons are closely linked to the forces of nature. While one should approach them with caution, dragons will reward righteousness with good fortune. They represent Emperors possessing supernatural wisdom,knowledge and power.

Your coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint-branded box.