Although always a subject of controversy, astrology has been used by every advanced civilization since ancient times. The Chinese Zodiac is comprised of twelve symbols, each corresponding to a year. The symbols are: Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig, Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse and Sheep. The Western astrological version uses celestial bodies for its zodiac signs which are: Aries, Gemini, Leo, Libra, Sagittarius and Aquarius, Taurus, Cancer, Virgo, Scorpio, Capricorn and Pisces. According to astrological belief, every person has certain characteristics that are pre-determined by their astrological sign. I believe the Chinese were the first to actually use zodiac symbols on legal tender coins, but since then more than a dozen different countries have issued legal tender zodiac coins, many of which are highly collectible.
Minted from 22 grams of Sterling silver with a center struck from 3 grams of titanium, this Ten Dollar legal tender coin was one of a limited issue of 5,000 coins.
The outstanding design of this coin depicts two 24k gold plated Chinese dragons playing with a real white pearl.
Absolutely gorgeous set of Chinese Lunar Series medals, all housed in a quality wood presentation case.
Issued by the Singapore Mint and listed in Krause’s Standard Catalog of World Coins as KM-71a, the total mintage on this beautiful legal tender proof silver crown was limited to 25,000 pieces. Although this comes as shown, without a case or COA, we unconditionally guarantee the coin to be genuine as issued by the Singapore Mint in 1989.
Over the years I have handled many Chinese Lunar Series pieces, but these are among the nicest I have ever seen. You can purchase this 12 piece set at a significant savings over the prices of the individual pieces.
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