In Chinese tradition, the dragon is revered as a powerful emblem of strength, wisdom, and good fortune—an imperial symbol tied to the life-giving energies of water and weather. Continuing the legacy of the Perth Mint’s acclaimed Rectangular Dragon Series, a bold new design graces the reverse of the latest release, embodying the mystique and majesty of the Chinese dragon. Today, the 2025 1 oz Australian Rectangular Silver Dragon Coin is available at JM Bullion.

Coin Highlights:

• Comes with a plastic flip, acrylic tube of 20 coins, or a Monster Box of 200 coins!
• 8th release in the Australian Rectangular Dragon Series!
• Limited mintage of 250,000 coins!
• Contains 1 Troy oz of .9999 pure silver in BU condition.
• The face value of $1 (AUD) is fully backed by the Australian government.
• On the obverse is a portrait of King Charles III.
• The reverse features a traditional Chinese dragon.
• Includes a micro-laser-engraved security feature on the reverse.

Chinese dragons embody the fundamental concepts of yin and yang, representing the harmonious balance between earthly and celestial forces that governs Chinese philosophical thought and spiritual beliefs. Beyond their imperial associations, dragons are deeply integrated into the agricultural and seasonal cycles of Chinese life, believed to control rainfall and river flow essential for rice cultivation and prosperity.

Each 2025 1 oz Australian Rectangular Silver Dragon Coin is in Brilliant Uncirculated condition and features a micro-laser-engraved letter on the reverse that serves as an added layer of authentication, visible only under magnification. These coins are individually packaged in plastic flips, housed in acrylic tubes for multiples of 20 coins, or available in Monster Boxes of 200 coins. Each box holds ten tubes.

The obverse of the 2025 Australian Rectangular Silver Dragon features a left-profile portrait of His Majesty King Charles III, created by Dan Thorne for the Perth Mint. Notably, the king is shown without a crown, a departure from past monarch profiles.

On the reverse of 2025 1 oz Rectangular Silver Dragon Coins, the field presents a powerful Chinese dragon, its coiled body weaving through the design with dynamic energy. Unlike the fearsome dragons of Western myth, Chinese dragons are seen as benevolent protectors—symbols of luck, wealth, and imperial dignity. Their influence can be seen across festivals, architecture, and folklore throughout China.

Please feel free to reach out to JM Bullion customer service with any questions about 1 oz silver coins. You can call us at 800-276-6508, chat with us online, or email us directly.