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.9999 pure
3.239 oz
5,388 minted
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Year of the Dragon - Fine Silver Coin

2024

A 2024.9999 silver $50 weighing 3.2389 oz (100.74g), 50.0 mm diameter. Reverse: An intricately detailed dragon rendered in fine silver with traditional Chinese artistic styling, celebrating the Year of the Dragon in the Chinese lunar zodiac calendar. Mintage: 5,388. Uncirculated finish.

Metal Silver (.9999 pure)
Weight 3.239 oz (100.74 g)
Mintage 5,388
Denomination $50
Diameter 50.0 mm
Edge Serrated
Finish Uncirculated
Series Lunar Year Series
Obverse Steven Rosati
Rarity Limited
Est. Value $389
Status Sold Out
Live Melt Value
$303.71 CAD
$220.00 USD
Spot Silver
$93.78/oz
CAD per troy oz
Mint Price
$388.88
As issued
Premium
28%
Over melt
Mint SRP as of last update. Visit mint.ca for current pricing.
Identification Tips
50mm diameter.
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Collector Research Notes

An intricately detailed dragon rendered in fine silver with traditional Chinese artistic styling, celebrating the Year of the Dragon in the Chinese lunar zodiac calendar.

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