24k gold-plated dragon figurines among favourite Tet gifts

The 24-karat gold plated dragons are hitting local markets ahead of the upcoming Lunar New Year of the Dragon, with the items selling for between several million and tens of millions of VND.

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The dragon figurines are widely introduced in the market and are being bought as a meaningful gift on the occasion of the upcoming Tet holiday.

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The weeks leading up to traditional Lunar New Year festival prove to be the busiest time for artisans.

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There are many dragon-plated dragon figurines which need to be completed and then given as Tet gifts.

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The dragon is a more sophisticated figurine compared to other animals, meaning that the gold plating process requires meticulous attention from artisans.