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Double the dragons

Said to have voracious appetites for gold, silver and jewels, Chinese Pixiu are fierce, lion-like creatures with heads resembling that of a dragon. Often portrayed in pairs in art and architecture, their mystical powers are believed to help people attract wealth.

 The male guards wealth and is often portrayed in statues leaning his paw upon an embroidered ball, representing supremacy over the world. The female protects against evil spirits and is frequently depicted restraining a playful cub, representing nurture.

04 double pixiu 2020 2oz gold proof high relief InCase

Double Pixiu design

The dramatic depiction on this coin's high relief reverse shows two Pixiu sitting on a mound of Chinese coins while grasping a Pixiu club and ball.

The noticeably raised images appear on a highly-polished concave surface. Including a traditional pattern in the background, the design also features The Perth Mint's 'P' mintmark.

Presentation packaging

This coin is housed in a deluxe timber display case within a themed shipper and is accompanied by a numbered certificate of authenticity.

Specifications

Specifications

Year 2020
Metal Gold
Gold Content (Troy oz) 2.000
Monetary Denomination (AUD) 250.00
Fineness (% purity) 99.99
Minimum Gross Weight (g) 62.213
Maximum Diameter (mm) 36.60
Maximum Thickness (mm) 5.50
Maximum Mintage 250
Finish Proof, High Relief
Legal Tender Australian
Effigy Jody Clark design of H.M. Queen Elizabeth II
Designer Ing Ing Jong

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