As legend would have it, it was Buddha himself who gave each animal its place in the Asian zodiac. When he called all the animals together following the creation, only twelve felt it necessary to attend the meeting. As a reward for their effort in making the long journey, Buddha offered each of them their own year, which would from then on bear the name of that animal. In addition, each animal was also given the opportunity to directly influence history during that time – and thus, in turn, the fate of those humans born in that year. Analogous to the characteristics of the respective animal symbol, and by means of your date of birth, you too can read those characteristic traits that may – or may not – apply to you. 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005—People born in the Year of the Rooster are deep thinkers, capable, and talented. They like to be busy and are devoted beyond their capabilities and are deeply disappointed if they fail. People born in the Rooster Year are often a bit eccentric, and often have rather difficult relationship with others. They always think they are right and usually are! They frequently are loners and though they give the outward impression of being adventurous, they are timid. Rooster people
Guatemala – Gen. Jose Maria Orellana – 1 Quetzal – 1992 – Pick 80 – Crisp Uncirculated
As legend would have it, it was Buddha himself who gave each animal its place in the Asian zodiac. When he called all the animals together following the creation, only twelve felt it necessary to attend the meeting. As a reward for their effort in making the long journey, Buddha offered each of them their own year, which would from then on bear the name of that animal. In addition, each animal was also given the opportunity to directly influence history during that time – and thus, in turn, the fate of those humans born in that year. Analogous to the characteristics of the respective animal symbol, and by means of your date of birth, you too can read those characteristic traits that may – or may not – apply to you. 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005—People born in the Year of the Rooster are deep thinkers, capable, and talented. They like to be busy and are devoted beyond their capabilities and are deeply disappointed if they fail. People born in the Rooster Year are often a bit eccentric, and often have rather difficult relationship with others. They always think they are right and usually are! They frequently are loners and though they give the outward impression of being adventurous, they are timid. Rooster people
It comes in a blue pouch as shown with a Certificate of Authenticity.
This genuine, giant half-dollar size bronze coin is known by world coins collectors throughout the globe as “The Lucky Irish Penny”. This large penny instantly became a collector’s item in 1968 upon adoption of the new decimal coinage system in Ireland. This Brilliant Uncirculated, heavy coin features a beautiful Irish harp on the obverse and a hen and chicks on the reverse. It is guaranteed to bring the bearer good luck. Would make a nice gift for any collector of Irish or world coins, or anyone you know in need of a bit of good luck.
Poland – Peregrine Falcon – 2 Zlote – 2008 – Brilliant Uncirculated – Nordic Gold
The Gambia – Hoopoe – 50 Dalasis – 2001 – Pick 28 – Crisp Uncirculated
One of the coins issued in the “Preserve Planet Earth” series, this one features the Gray Parrot. Issued in 1996 it is in Brilliant Uncirculated condition. African gray parrots are noted for their ability to mimic speech and are heavily prized in the pet trade. In captivity, they are playful and inquisitive if given lots of attention and exercise. They will live over 50 years in captivity, but their life expectancy is shorter in the wild. They are strong fliers for short distances but lack the endurance for longer flights.
The Eurasian Hoopoes have long, thin, and decurved bills; broad round wings; square tails crossed by a wide white band, and long erectile crests. They feed mainly on ground, walking with ease (and even running) with accompanying movement of head. Fond of feeding on lawns and path or, alternatively, on manure or refuse-heaps, probing for larvae, etc. Crest depressed when at rest, but erected when excited or alarmed and for a moment on settling. Flight is not weak and uncertain as it appears, for it will readily elude trained falcons, mounting easily into the air away from them. Perches in trees, as well as on buildings, walls, etc., and will occasionally climb up tree like a woodpecker, but this is not usual. Fond of dust and sand-baths.
Eagles are large predatory birds that have been symbols of power, courage, and immortality since ancient times. The more than 50 species all belong to the HAWK family, Accipitridae, order Falconiformes. Eagles inhabit all major land regions except Antarctica and New Zealand. Although once abundant, some eagles are becoming rare and face extinction. One rare species is the bald eagle, Haliaeetus leucocephalus, the national emblem of the United States. Although protected by law, some large eagles are killed by farmers and gamekeepers or captured for use in falconry. In addition, the bald eagle, like other birds, has been affected by the widespread use of pesticides that, ingested, can weaken eggs.
One of the issues in the ever-popular Preserve Planet Earth series of coins issued by multiple nations. This crown depicts a Laner Falcon and would be a welcome addition to any collector of wildlife or world coins.
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