Ao Dragon
Specifications
“Ao Dragon Commemorative Coin – Embracing Millennia of Charm
On the gateway to the Dragon’s Gate, a bold carp courageously leaps, transforming into a majestic dragon mid-flight, creating a legendary tale. Introducing the Ao Dragon Commemorative Coin – a precious emblem symbolizing courage, wisdom, and heritage.
Reverse Design: Carp Dragon Ascending
The obverse of the coin portrays a magnificent and mystical scene. A fierce carp takes on the miraculous challenge of leaping over the Dragon’s Gate. In this moment, the fish’s head transforms into a mighty dragon’s head, symbolizing the power of courage and transformation. This creative design vividly showcases the historical legend of the carp leaping over the Dragon’s Gate, blending the essence of tradition and mythology.
Obverse Design: Symbol of Confucian Values
The reverse side of the coin presents an exemplar of Confucian culture. Eight Confucian principles, “Rectify the Heart, Cultivate the Self, Regulate the Family, Govern the State,” form the body of the Kuixing constellation, symbolizing the vastness and profundity of Confucian thought. The background is adorned with the North Star, emphasizing ancient Chinese astronomical beliefs. Kuixing’s raised foot subtly supports the character “Dou” (斗), while the other stands atop the character “Ao” (鳌), perfectly embodying the significance of “Kuixing points to the Dipper, dominating the head of the Ao.”
