Five Auspicious Creatures 2024 5oz Silver Antiqued Coloured Coin

Symbolic creatures

Chinese folklore features a wealth of legendary creatures, each one imbued with auspicious characteristics and symbolic significance.

Coloured design

The coin’s design features a yin yang symbol surrounding vividly coloured images of five important mythical creatures:

• The Phoenix – believed to bring happiness to the people.
• The Qilin – said to be a harbinger of peace and stability.
• The Dragon – the supreme symbol of wealth, abundance, and good fortune.
• The Turtle – considered to be a portent of long life.
• The Pixui – thought to protect against evil spirits.