LION DANCE – 2017 $8 1/4 oz Fine Silver Coin – Royal Canadian Mint
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The Spring Festival (Chun-jie) is the most important celebration in Chinese culture. It’s a critical time of rebirth in which the whole community comes together to seek the blessings of heaven for a prosperous and harmonious year—a request that is symbolically carried out by the majestic lion.
SPECIAL FEATURES
A unique collectible to celebrate the New Year—and Canada’s Chinese communities that enrich the nation’s multi-cultural character.
Expertly crafted in 99.99% pure silver with a matte proof finish that accentuates every detail to stunning effect.
8-dollar denomination is highly symbolic of wealth and prosperity.
A unique gift and collectible to share with Chinese friends and family, people who enjoy exploring exotic cultures, and lion-lovers of all kinds!
DESIGN
The reverse image by Canadian artist Simon Ng features a traditional Chinese lion with one of the two dancers visible as he holds up the lion’s head. The dancer’s curved body, the position of his feet, and the lion’s bowed head convey a sense of movement while the lanterns and streamers enhance the festive tone of the image. The lion’s large, dragon-inspired head and beard, its ornately detailed face, and its deeply layered body reveal the remarkable craftsmanship required to create a lion costume, and the physicality needed to bring it to life through dance.
SPECIFICATIONS
No: 154669
Mintage: 30,000
Material: Pure Silver (99.99%)
Finish: Matte Proof
Weight: 7.96g
Diameter: 27mm
Edge: Serrated
Certificate: Serialized