Silver Half Ounce 2024 Year of the Dragon, Coin from Ghana - detailed information

Silver Half Ounce 2024 Year of the Dragon, Coin from Ghana
CoinSilver Half Ounce 2024 Year of the Dragon

The Ghanaian Cedi has been the currency of Ghana since 1965, when it replaced the pre-decimal Ghanaian Pound.

Apart from the regular circulating coinage, the country has also authorised some foreign mints to issue commemorative and bullion coins under its jurisdiction. These are typically in standard bullion sizes, such as half ounce of silver (abbreviated as 1/2 oz Ag, where "Ag" comes from the Latin word for silver, Argentum).

This silver proof coin is dedicated to the Chinese Lunar Year of the Dragon 2024.

Mintunknown Mint MarkNo mint mark Total Mintage 1,000
ProducerMint XXI
Obverse
Ghana / Silver Half Ounce 2024 Year of the Dragon - obverse photo

The obverse of the coin shows at its centre the Coat of Arms of the Republic of Ghana. It has a a shield, quartered with a large cross in the middle; in the first quarter (upper left) is a sword used by traditional chiefs, and a staff used by the linguist (known as an okyeame in Akan), at ceremonies - a symbol for the traditional authority of Ghana; in the second quarter, a representation of Osu Castle on the sea, the presidential palace on the Gulf of Guinea, as a symbol of the national government; in the third quarter is a cocoa tree, a symbol of the agricultural wealth of Ghana; the fourth quarter shows a gold mine, which stands for the richness of industrial minerals and natural resources in Ghana.

A lion in the middle of St George's Cross represents the continuing link between Ghana and the Commonwealth of Nations. The crest is a Black Star of Africa. Supporting the shield are two Tawny eagles, with the Order of the Star of Ghana suspended from their necks. The compartment upon which the supporters stand is composed of a grassy field, under which a scroll bears the national motto of Ghana: FREEDOM AND JUSTICE.

Around above the name of the country and the face value: REPUBLIC OF GHANA TWO CEDIS.

Around below, the hallmark Ag 999 (99.9% silver) and the date of issue 2024.

Obverse Inscription REPUBLIC OF GHANA TWO CEDIS Ag 999 2024
Reverse
Ghana / Silver Half Ounce 2024 Year of the Dragon - reverse photo

The reverse design depicts the face of a mythical Chinese dragon facing the viewer, with a green crystal insert on its forehead..

Around below, the inscription YEAR OF THE DRAGON 2024.

Reverse Inscription YEAR OF THE DRAGON 2024
EdgeMilledEdge InscriptionNone
Notes

Finish: proof, crystal insert.
Packaging: in presentation box, with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

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Silver Half Ounce 2024 Year of the Dragon: Details
CountryGhana
CurrencyCedi
PeriodGhana Cedi (2007 - present)
Coin TypeSilver Half Ounce (1/2 oz)
Issued2024
EffigyCoat of Arms of Ghana
Face Value2 (x Cedi)
Total Mintage1,000
CurrentYes
Material0.999 Silver
TechnologyMilled (machine-made)
ShapeRound
OrientationMedal Alignment (Axis 0)
Size40.0000 mm
Mass15.5500 g
OCC IDGAVP-EXAC-JLAQ-OMDY
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Silver Half Ounce 2024 Year of the Dragon: Photo 2024 Republic of Ghana 1/2 oz Silver Year of the Dragon Proof / thumbnail 2024 Republic of Ghana 1/2 oz Silver Year of the Dragon Proof
Copyright: APMEX
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