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2024 Issue
2024
Silver
0.25 oz
.9999 pure
0.25 oz
38,888 minted
$3 CAD
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Lunar Year of the Dragon - 1/4 oz. Pure Silver Coin

2024

A 2024.9999 silver $3 weighing 0.25 oz (7.78g), 21.0 mm diameter. Reverse: A dragon depicted in traditional Chinese style, surrounded by auspicious clouds and decorative elements symbolizing the Year of the Dragon in the Chinese lunar calendar. Mintage: 38,888. Uncirculated finish.

Metal Silver (.9999 pure)
Weight 0.25 oz (7.78 g)
Mintage 38,888
Denomination $3
Diameter 21.0 mm
Edge Serrated
Finish Uncirculated
Series Lunar Year Series
Obverse Steven Rosati
Reverse Maurice Gervais
Est. Value $34
Status Sold Out
Live Melt Value
$23.79 CAD
$17.16 USD
Spot Silver
$95.15/oz
CAD per troy oz
Mint Price
$33.88
As issued
Premium
42%
Over melt
Mint SRP as of last update. Visit mint.ca for current pricing.
Identification Tips
Serrated edge. Non-magnetic. 99.99% silver.
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Collector Research Notes

A dragon depicted in traditional Chinese style, surrounded by auspicious clouds and decorative elements symbolizing the Year of the Dragon in the Chinese lunar calendar.

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