Tuvalu 2022 DRAGON Rainbow Imperial $2 2 Oz Silver High Relief Antiqued Full OGP

Description: In Stock and Ready for Immediate Shipment!SOLD OUT at the Perth Mint! Tuvalu 2022 Rainbow Imperial Dragon Chasing Flaming Pearl of Wisdom $2 2 Troy Ounce Pure Silver Ultra High Relief Antiqued Medallic Rimless Proof Antique Finish Piedfort with Color—MINTAGE 888 MINTAGE ONLY 888! Get the Rainbow Imperial Dragon before it sells out and the price skyrockets! This dramatic, special edition, 2 troy ounce pure silver beauty depicts a golden Chinese imperial dragon chasing the flaming pearl of wisdom, struck in ultra high, medallic relief on this rimless, antique finish proof piedfort (double thick coin)! In traditional Chinese culture, the dragon is revered as a divine creature and potent symbol of power, strength, wealth and good fortune. It is often portrayed chasing a flaming pearl, which is a metaphor for wisdom and enlightenment. The glistening gem is traditionally illustrated swirling through cloud and mist, to represent the elusive nature of these qualities. Imperial dragons are typically shown with their eyes wide open and their mouths gaping, as they endeavor to capture the elusive treasure. The pearl gemstone is inscribed with the Chinese character for "dragon". The design also includes symbolic clouds, said to be created by dragon's breath. The vibrant, rainbow coloration tells us this is a rare imperial dragon. The hues are deep and rich, representing all the colors of the rainbow: reds, oranges, yellows and golds transition to greens, blues, indigos and violets. The curving, sinuous dragon's body twists to form a figure eight, an extremely lucky number in the east. There are no legends on the obverse, to further enhance the beauty and heighten the drama of the Rainbow Imperial Dragon vignette. This extraordinarily low mintage coin will undoubtedly sell out, and quickly. This pure silver gem is struck in ultra high, medallic relief on an extra-thick planchet (it is a piedfort) with an antiqued finish. Between the extremely popular Chinese motifs, beautiful design and limited mintage, heed our advice—stock up on these stunning, 2 troy ounce, pure silver coins while you can! Because of the desirability of the dragon theme, the medallic, rimless ultra high relief format, the beefy two full troy ounces of pure silver, the antique finish, the gorgeous coloration, the hefty 5.86 mm thickness—to say nothing of the tiny mintage of just 888—a rapid sell-out at the Mint was expected and has occurred! Exquisite Design, Color and Finish! The coin depicts an exquisitely detailed golden imperial dragon with its serpentine body twisted in the shape of a figure eight, an auspicious number in the Orient. The legendary creature is surrounded by clouds and is chasing a flaming pearl, which is also rendered in vivid color. The mystical object is inscribed with the Chinese character for "dragon". There are no legends on the obverse, to further enhance the beauty and heighten the drama of the Golden Imperial Dragon scene as it chases the flaming pearl of wisdom. In keeping with its ancient themes, each coin has been individually antiqued by hand to give it an unique finish conveying the surface abrasions of an aged artefact. As a result of this treatment, the appearance of each coin of the extremely limited mintage may vary. The Perth Mint will release no more than 888 of the Golden Imperial Dragon 2 Troy Ounce Pure Silver Antiqued Coins. This number (888) is considered extremely lucky, as the Chinese word for "eight" sounds similar the Chinese character which means good fortune, wealth, or money. Truly Rare! Mintage Just 888! Will sell out! Get yours today, don't miss out and don't delay! The Mythical Dragon and the Flaming Pearl The dragon is often portrayed chasing a luminous or flaming pearl. In Chinese culture, the dragon is revered as a divine mythical creature, a symbol of power, strength, wealth, and good fortune. The pearl is viewed as a metaphor for wisdom, enlightenment and spiritual essence. It is also said to rid a person of their troubles, bringing career success as well as good fortune, wealth and good health. From an artistic perspective, dragons are frequently depicted in pursuit of the flaming pearl. To represent the elusive nature of wisdom and enlightenment, the pearl is typically represented as swirling through mist, smoke, cloud and shadow. The dragons are traditionally shown with their their eyes wide open and their mouths agape, as they endeavor to catch this eternal treasure, the pearl! The Dragon The Oriental or Chinese concept of the dragon is much different than the European notion of this beast. Whereas in the West dragons are nearly always evil, fire breathing creatures of immense size and destructiveness, in the East they are beloved. Chinese dragons are benevolent, representing most auspicious powers, particularly control over water, rainfall, and floods. In yin and yang terminology, a dragon is yang (male) and perfectly complements a yin (female) fenghuang, the mythical "Chinese phoenix". The dragon is a mystical being, able to use an almost unlimited range of magical or supernatural powers. It is able to disguise itself as a silkworm, or become as large as our entire universe. It can fly among the clouds or hide in water. It can form clouds, turn into water or fire, become invisible or glow in the dark. It is interesting to note that the Oriental dragon's ability to fly is a magical (not a physical) ability; unlike European dragons, Chinese dragons are rarely if ever depicted with physical wings. Historically, the dragon was the symbol of the Emperor of China. Many pictures of oriental dragons show a flaming pearl under their chin. The pearl is associated with wealth, good luck, and prosperity. In Chinese culture, the pearl also symbolizes perfection, which is only obtained through the highest forms of wisdom. As such, the pearl is retained in the clutches of the dragon, who, like the emperor, reveals great "pearls of wisdom" as it bestows abundance and prosperity upon its people. Please see the presentation lower on this page for more information about Tuvalu and its association with Australia. Investment Note This pure silver coin features the most powerful and auspicious of all the animals in ancient Chinese mythology—the Dragon! With its highly detailed and well-executed design, high relief, vibrant full color, significant precious metal content, auspicious theme and extremely low mintage (only 888), we expect this gem to sell out quickly. Don't delay, get this beauty today! What is a Piedfort? Popular with collectors for more than a century, and always hard to find, piedforts are highly sought after. We get asked all the time, "What is a piedfort?" There are two different, but related, stories of the origin of the word "piedfort". The first says that it literally means "strong foot" in French (from pied, foot and fort, strong). The second says this word was appropriated by the mint centuries ago to mean "heavy measure" or "heavy weight". In both cases, the sense of serious heft to the coin is obvious. Often the word "piedfort" is translated as "double-thick", but this is neither a literal translation nor a precisely accurate definition. Numismatically speaking, any coin that is 50% or more thicker than a standard version qualifies as a piedfort, although some piedforts are, indeed, twice as thick as normal. Finally, the age-old question, "How is the word pronounced?" Coming from French, it is not pronounced as it is spelled; that is, don't say, "pide - fort". Rather, "pee - ay - four" (three syllables) is a good approximation. Obverse Please see above for description. There are no legends on the obverse, to further enhance the beauty and heighten the drama of the Rainbow Imperial Dragon vignette! Reverse The reverse features Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, in crowned profile facing right. This portrait, featuring Her Majesty wearing a tiara and pearl earrings, was executed by the sculptor Ian Rank-Broadley. The legend QUEEN ELIZABETH II, the date and the denomination also appear. The legend 2 OZ 9999 SILVER guarantees the weight and purity. Packaging The coin is housed inside a handsome blackish taupe leatherette, clamshell-style presentation case, lined with black velvet and satin, and protected by a full-color outer box. An individually-numbered certificate of authenticity is included. Specifications Country Tuvalu Mint Perth Mint of Australia Year of Issue 2022 Face Value Two Dollars Weight 62.213 g Diameter 40.69 mm Gauge (Thickness) 5.86 mm Mintage Limit 888 Finish Antiqued with Ultra High Relief and Color Composition .9999 Fine (Pure) Silver Edge Plain Artist Ing Ing Jong (obverse) Ian Rank-Broadley (reverse) Certificate Individually Numbered The Island Nation of Tuvalu Tuvalu, formerly known as the Ellice Islands, is a Polynesian island nation located in the Pacific Ocean midway between Hawaii and Australia. Its nearest neighbors are Kiribati, Samoa and Fiji. It is comprised of four reef islands and five true atolls. Its population of 11,992 makes it the third-least populated independent country in the world, with only Vatican City and Nauru having fewer inhabitants. It is also the second-smallest member by population of the United Nations. In terms of physical land size, at just 10 square miles Tuvalu is the fourth smallest country in the world, larger only than the Vatican City, Monaco and Nauru. The first inhabitants of Tuvalu were Polynesian people, who arrived about 3000 years go. The islands came under Great Britain's sphere of influence in the late 19th century. The Ellice Islands were administered by Britain as part of a protectorate from 1892 to 1916 and as part of the Gilbert and Ellice Islands Colony from 1916 to 1974. In 1974 the Ellice Islanders voted for separate British dependency status as Tuvalu, separating from the Gilbert Islands which became Kiribati upon independence. Tuvalu became fully independent within The Commonwealth in 1978. with Queen Elizabeth II as titular head of state. Because Tuvalu has few natural resources it has been dependent in recent years upon aid from larger, more developed nations, including Australia, New Zealand and the United States. The Perth Mint of Australia is officially commissioned by the government of Tuvalu to produce legal tender coinage for the island nation. Copyright © 2024 Talisman World Coins and Medals. All Rights Reserved.

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