2024 marked the Year of the Wood Dragon, an event that occurs just once every 60 years. The Year of the Dragon is associated with auspicious qualities such as good luck, health, and fortune. According to the University of Washington, more babies are born during the Year of the Dragon than in any other year as parents hope that their children will be granted these good traits.
The obverse side of the 2024 1 oz Royal Australian Mint Year of the Dragon Coin shows Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen, designed by Jody Clark, is in right-profile relief as identifying marks of the coin surround her. The effigy is further framed by a lunar calendar featuring all 12 animals.
The reverse side of the 2024 Royal Australian Mint Silver Year of the Dragon Coin showcases a lunar dragon design. The dragon is seen flying across the design field and is surrounded by several clouds. Also shown are inscriptions and the Chinese character for the dragon.