Diwali is the ancient Hindu ‘festival of lights’. Celebrated by millions of people in India and all around the world, the five-day festival represents the triumph of light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance.

The annual event marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year in October or November, with the date changing in accordance with the Hindu lunar calendar.

Gilded in fine gold, the medallion’s reverse portrays a representation of Lakshmi sitting on a lotus flower, the symbol of enlightenment, with coins emerging from the palm of her hand. Holding lotus flowers, the deity is surrounded by a pattern of floral motifs and radiating lines. Also included in the design is the inscription ‘happy diwali’, The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark, and the medallion’s weight and fineness.

The medallion’s gilded obverse features a representation of Ganesha sitting on a cushion while being attended by a mouse, one of his traditional mounts, who offers sweets as a symbol of generosity. Holding a goad and a lotus, the deity is surrounded by a pattern of floral motifs and radiating lines. Also included in the design is the inscription ‘happy diwali’.

The medallion is housed in a contemporary latex case within a beautifully illustrated shipper and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.