2018 $1 Fine Silver Lunar Year of the Dog Proof Coin. In the Chinese Lunar Calendar the rotating cycle of twelve animal signs is combined with the five elements: metal, water, wood, fire and earth to produce a larger 60-year cycle. We see 2018 welcome in the Year of the Dog - in this case, the Earth Dog. People born under this sign tend to be communicative, serious and responsible in work. Certificate of Authenticity included, with this coin numbered 38. Mintage 10,000. Please contact Adelaide Exchange Jewellers to find out more on this item.