Why add this flawless Proof 2021 Black Warrior of the North Vault Protector 3-Medal Set to your collection of precious metal treasures?
The Black Warrior, the Chinese mythological sentry of the northerly direction and the season of winter, is celebrated on the third release of the Four Guardians Vault Protector proof medal series. Known as Xuan Wu in Chinese culture, the Black Warrior is a creature with the figure of a black tortoise entwined with a serpent. The ancient Chinese Vault Protector style coin was characterized by a distinctive square hole at the center, which was used for hanging in doorways to ward against evil.
- The set is comprised of three 2021 dated medals: a 1 oz. gold (mintage 200), a 1 oz. silver (mintage 1,888) and a 5 oz. silver (mintage 500).
- Each medal was perfectly struck at the New Century Mint in Shanghai with a metallic fineness of .999.
- The medals are minted with a breathtaking proof finish.
- Each medal features a Vault Protector style square hole at the center.
- Each medal includes a series themed First Day of Issue label signed by the designer.
- The graded set is accompanied by a Mint issued Certificate of Authenticity in deluxe packaging.
Gorgeous Black Warrior Imagery Inspired by Chinese Mythology
Obverse: The obverse features the Great Wall meandering across the rugged mountain peaks of China, with the date of issue "2021" in the foliage at left. Above, each medal is inscribed with its weight, metallic content and purity.
Reverse: The mythic Black Warrior creature is depicted on the reverse, featuring a black tortoise with a dragon's head snarling at the fierce serpent wrapped around its shell. Auspicious clouds dramatically envelop an ornate compass rose above, near the inscription "XUAN WU OF THE NORTH - WINTER." The beautifully detailed interpretation of the Xuan Wu was crafted by accomplished Shenzhen Mint coin designer Song Fei.
Exceptional Proof 70 Set
The Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) received this 2021 China Black Warrior of the North Vault Protector 3-Medal Set for grading and earned the First Day of Issue designation. The medals were individually reviewed, each earning the NGC's most prestigious grade of Proof 70 Ultra Cameo (UC) for their perfectly struck frosted design elements, impeccably polished mirrored backgrounds and flawless surface finishes. Each medal is sonically sealed in a NGC protective holder with a First Day of Issue certification label signed by designer Song Fei. The graded set is presented in a deluxe display case with a colorful Four Guardians informational booklet, a story card and a numbered Certificate of Authenticity for each medal.
This pristine 3-Piece 2021 Black Warrior of the North Vault Protector Medal Set will look fantastic in your collection!
|