Chinese Ancient Mythical Creatures 2021 5oz Silver Antiqued Coin

A stunning tribute to a powerful ancient Chinese legend featuring four heavenly guardians, this extraordinary 5oz pure silver coin is exquisitely finished with coloured and antique treatments.

Guardians of the four celestial palaces

According to ancient Chinese mythology, the universe was divided into four quadrants marking the winter and summer solstices, and the autumn and spring equinoxes. These heavenly quadrants were known as the ‘Four Celestial Palaces’, with each palace represented by a guardian animal with a corresponding colour, element, and virtue.

Extraordinary design

The coin’s reverse portrays the guardians of the Four Celestial Palaces.

Represented in vibrant colour, the four Chinese mythical creatures surround a yin yang symbol at the centre of the antiqued coin’s reverse.

Antique finish

This coin has been individually ‘antiqued’ by hand to give a unique finish conveying the surface abrasions of an ancient artefact. As a result of this treatment, the appearance of each coin may vary.

Presentation packaging

Accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity, the coin is housed in a classic black display case and a brightly illustrated shipper.

Year Date: 2021
Silver Content (Troy oz): 5
Monetary Denomination (TVD): 5.00
Fineness (% purity): 99.99
Minimum Gross Weight (g): 155.533
Maximum Diameter (mm): 50.90
Maximum Thickness (mm): 7.50
Maximum Mintage: 488
Finish : Antique
Legal Tender: Tuvalu legal tender
Effigy: Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of H.M. Queen Elizabeth II
Designer: Ing Ing Jong