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Macau 2009 Ox- 2010 Tiger- 2012 Dragon & 2014 Horse Silver Coins Sale
2010 Macau Series III Silver Tiger Coin
2010年澳門虎年生肖紀念銀幣，面值20澳門元
*Award Winning Coin *Macau Series III Set KEY Coin!
A 2010 Macau third series 1oz lunar TIGER. These are sold out at the mint and in high demand. This coin comes in original air tight case with box and numbered certificate.
The Macau Lunar Tiger coin has been awarded the “Vicenza Palladio” International Prize, special mention for the finest coin minted in 2010. It has been mentioned “for the originality of the architectural representation in a typical oriental style of the Mandarin’s House, one of the 12 selected heritage sites in Macau”. The 2010 Macau Tiger is the key coin in the Macao Lunar Commemorative Coin Series.
2012 Macau Series III Silver Dragon Coin
2012年澳門龍年生肖紀念銀幣，面值20澳門元
*Award Winning Coin
The 2012 Macau lunar Dragon has been awarded 2nd prize of the International Prize Palladio, for the finest architectural coin minted in 2012.
2012 Macau Series III Silver Dragon Coin
The “Vicenza Palladio” International Prize is given to the coin that that has the best architectural representation. This year 2012 Macau lunar Dragon has been chosen for its interpretation of the Senado Square view, a UNESCO World Heritage Site which is part of historic centre of Macau. The square has been depicted with perfect architectural perspective. The palace facades, the fountain and floor are full of details and the surfaces and reliefs show different finishing
Bearing significance in Chinese culture the Dragon is presented in a Chinese calligraphy style. The bold curves of the Dragon’s body follow the fluid strokes of how the Chinese character for Dragon is written in calligraphy.
The Dragon resides in the heavens and this celestial connection is accentuated by the oriental cloud motif on the right half of the coin. Clouds add to the auspiciousness of this coin as they represent good luck. Repeated in a continuous pattern, the clouds form a blanket of endless fortune.
Emulating a convivial atmosphere all year round, the Senado Square is a popular tourist attraction where major events and celebrations are held. Neo-classical buildings painted in cherry, pastel colors line the streets, creating a Mediterranean feel.
A total of 6,000 pieces were to be minted. The coin is struck by the Singapore Mint and distributed by the Mint and the Macao Monetary Authority.
2009 Macau Series III Silver OX Coin
2009年澳門龍年生肖紀念銀幣，面值20澳門元，重量31.10克，成色999%，精製鏡面，發行量6000
*2nd coin in the popular Macau Series III silver set
The 2009 issue features a stylish OX against the very auspicious Reineckia Carnea painted with stunning and vibrant colors. This propitious plant finds a place in the ornamental tradition of China and implies the best of wishes and feelings.
The beauty of the Moorish Barricks is perpetrated on the reverse of the coins; It was designed in 1871 by an Italian named Cassuto and built in 1874 to accommodate an Indian regiment from Goa to reinforce Macao’s police force. Now, it serves as the headquarters of the Macao Maritime Administration. The Moorish Barracks is a distinctly neo-classical building integrating architectural elements of mughal influence.
The 2009 Ox is part of the Popular Macau Series III Silver Lunar coin set.
2014 Macau Series III Silver Horse Coin
2014年澳門龍年生肖紀念銀幣，面值20澳門元，重量31.10克，成色999%，精製鏡面，發行量8000
On the obverse side of the coins, the Horse is illustrated in an awe-inspiring pose, seemingly at the brink of take off. This burst of vigor and forward looking spirit hints at the beginning of many good things to come, whether in ones career or life. The Horse is accompanied by a cascade of alluring camellia flowers in full bloom.They come in different vibrant colors and just like the horses unyielding resilience, these eye-catching flowers flourish even in cold weathers, upholding brilliance no matter the circumstances.
The reverse side of the coins,embodies the carvings of the Guia Fortress – in commemoration of Macao’s maritime, military and missionary past. The fortress is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Historic Centre of Macao, and is also a popular tourist attraction of Macao.
