Depicts the national emblem surrounded by a wreath, with the country's name inscribed in French above it, denomination between metal, purity and weight. In the foreground, the Zodiac dragon, showing the lóng character for the fire-breathing dragon facing left, inscription above, and the issue year below.

Djibouti adopted its national emblem upon gaining independence from France on June 27, 1977. The emblem features laurel branches on the sides and encloses a vertical spear with a shield in front. Below the shield, two hands holding large machetes represent the nation's main ethnic groups, the Afar and the Issa. At the top of the spear is a red star, symbolizing unity between the Issa and Afar peoples.

Depicts a newly hatched dragon impressed with highly detailed relief with an antique finish, crafted with authentic 3D minting.

The dragon holds the fifth position in the zodiac cycle and holds significant cultural importance in China. Regarded as a symbol of great cultural significance, the Chinese dragon is viewed as having mystical abilities, in stark contrast to the fire-breathing creatures in Western mythology. Portrayed as wise and powerful, the dragon embodies qualities such as courage, confidence, and a spirit of adventure. Moreover, it is seen as a representation of success and ambition. Consequently, individuals born in the Year of the Dragon are believed to exhibit these admirable traits. Notable personalities born under this zodiac sign include naturalist Charles Darwin, two-time British Prime Minister Harold Wilson, Beatles founding member John Lennon, singer Tom Jones, and actor Benedict Cumberbatch.

People born within these date ranges can be said to have been born in the "Year of the Dragon": 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012.