5 oz Silver Coin - Chinese Mythical Creatures - Color - 2021
### Chinese Mythical Creatures - 2021 5 Oz Silver - Antique Finish - in Color - 5 Ounces of 99.99% pure Silver - Rimless Coin - Limited Mintage only 488 pieces - With numbered Certificate of Authenticity - Delivery in original Box This Antique Finish coin was struck by the **Perth Mint** from **five ounces of 99.99% pure silver** and is dedicated to the **four Chinese mythical creatures**. According to ancient Chinese mythology, the universe was divided into four quadrants, which were also known as the "four heavenly palaces" - each palace is represented by a guardian animal with a corresponding color, element, cardinal direction and virtue. The four guardian animals are depicted in color on the **Antique Finish Coin**. The blue dragon stands for supreme power and represents spring, wood, the east, and decency. The white tiger represents autumn, metal and the west. It is considered a fierce protector that has the power to keep away evil spirits and guarantee a good harvest. The red phoenix represents summer, the south, fire and knowledge. It symbolizes resurrection and immortality and is said to bring good luck to people. The black turtle represents winter, water and the north and symbolizes longevity, wisdom, knowledge and procreation. The reverse features the Ian Rank-Broadley portrait of Queen Elizabeth II as well as the denomination, weight, fineness and year of issue. The limited **Chinese mythical creatures antique finish silver coin** is delivered in the original box including a numbered certificate of authenticity from the Perth Mint.