Secure the Black Warrior of the North — China’s Legendary Symbol of Winter

According to ancient Chinese folklore that dates back more than 6,000 years, there are four mythological creatures that protect the world. Each stands guard in four directions of the compass — North, South, East and West — and represents a different season. Now these fabled beasts are ready protect your collection thanks to a new series from China entitled the Four Guardians of China Vault Protector Series.

A Stunning Design of Longevity & Divination

The third release in the series depicts the Black Warrior (Xuan Wu) of the North, the representation of Winter. According to Chinese folklore, the Black Warrior symbolizes longevity, divination, the color black and water. It gained the name “Warrior” for its natural “armor” that it wears upon its back. Since the turtle’s shell is black, he can enter the realm of the dead and return with information about the future. Struck in a full ounce of highly pure 99.9% fine silver, this 2021-dated release also pays tribute to China’s Vault Protector coins — classic “cash” coins that were round with square holes in the center. They were hung with silk in both personal and government vaults as a way to protect wealth against disaster and to ensure the favor of the gods.

This piece is the work of China Mint coin designer Song Fei and depicts the Black Warrior as a snake-headed tortoise paired with a serpent curled around its shell. These intricate details seem to float above the brightly polished surfaces that provide a sharp contrast to the amazing design. The obverse features a section of the Great Wall of China.

Expertly Crafted Proof Masterpiece

These modern-day cash coins are larger versions of the ancient originals. What’s more, each piece available in this offer has been graded by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) as being in flawless Proof-70 Ultra Cameo (PF70UC) condition, a distinction that means these perfectly-graded proofs have ZERO imperfections — showing all features and fields exactly as the engraver and mint intended.

In addition, NGC has certified that these 2021 China One-Ounce Silver Black Warrior of the North Vault Protectors are First Day of Issue (FDI) proofs, a designation that means they were received by NGC or an NGC-approved depository by the release date or on the business day within 24 hours of the official release date. Collectors seek out these pieces because they are produced with new dies and considered to have sharper strikes and deeper mirrors than those that are struck later. Also, the population of coins labeled First Day of Issue is only a fraction of the total mintage. Finally, these Black Warrior Vault Protector Proofs will arrive sealed in protective holders and encapsulated with an exclusive Four Guardians label that was personally signed by the coin’s designer Song Fei!

Just 1,888 of these 2021 China One-Ounce Silver Black Warrior of the North Vault Protectors have been struck for worldwide release. The third release in what is already an immensely popular series, we expect these proofs to fly out of here. Don’t miss out; get the latest release in the series now while you still can!

COIN HIGHLIGHTS:

THIRD RELEASE IN A NEW SERIES – This medal is the third release in a four-part series that honors the Four Guardians of China with individual Vault Protector Proofs — classic round “cash” coins with square holes in the center. This piece depicts the Black Warrior of the North as it coils around the center square. The obverse features a section of the Great Wall of China.
STRUCK IN HIGHLY PURE SILVER – Each Black Warrior of the North Vault Protector has been struck in a full ounce of highly pure 99.9% fine silver and measures 40 mm in diameter.
PERFECT PROOF CONDITION – Your 2021 China One-Ounce Silver Black Warrior of the North Vault Protector has been graded by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) in perfect Proof-70 Ultra Cameo (PF70UC) condition.
KEY FIRST DAY OF ISSUE CERTIFICATION – NGC has certified that your proof is a First Day of Issue (FDI) medal, independent authentication that it was released by the mint during the premier day of the series’ issue.

LOW LIMITED EDITION – The maximum worldwide limited edition for the 2021 China One-Ounce Silver Black Warrior of the North Vault Protector has been set at just 1,888.