A mythical bird with unique regeneration abilities, the Phoenix has become a powerful symbol of immortality and renewal. Since 2020, South Korea’s currency producer KOMSCO has been offering beautiful Phoenix medals as part of its impressive bullion lineup. For the third release, the Phoenix medal gets a brand-new design that will surely please fans of this auspicious creature. Currently, 2022 1 oz South Korean Gold Phoenix Medals are available to purchase online from JM Bullion.
Medal Highlights:
- Includes an acrylic capsule!
- 3rd South Korean Phoenix release!
- Limited mintage of only 1,000 medals!
- Includes latent security features.
- Contains 1 Troy oz of .999 pure gold.
- A majestic Phoenix is depicted on the obverse.
- A rendition of the South Korean presidential seal is in the reverse design.
Each 2022 1 oz South Korean Phoenix Medal in this online JM Bullion listing is in new condition and will arrive in a protective acrylic capsule. Please note that as medallions, these are not considered legal tender by South Korea. However, they do contain .999 pure gold and are part of a limited mintage. Each of these medals was produced by Korea Minting and Security Printing & ID Card Operating Corporation, also known as KOMSCO.
The obverse of 2022 South Korean Gold Phoenix Medal depicts a Phoenix in flight. In this all-new design, the Phoenix appears on the left side with its wings spread wide. Rendered with exquisite detail, this design allows us to fully appreciate the majestic quality of this sacred bird. The upper portion of the design includes a latent security device. Also present are inscriptions reading Korean Phoenix 2022.
On the reverse side of 2022 1 oz South Korean Gold Medals, there is a modified version of the South Korean presidential seal. In this design, there is a pair of Phoenix birds surrounding the Korean national symbol known as the Taegeuk. There is an additional Phoenix motif above this imagery. We also find inscriptions on the reverse that read Republic of Korea, KOMSCO, 1 oz Fine Gold .999.
Known as Bonghwang in Korean culture, the Phoenix is a splendid bird with fiery plumage and sweeping tail feathers. Depending on your culture, the Phoenix may possess resurrection abilities or is simply considered immortal from the start. In Eastern traditions, the Phoenix is often paired with the dragon and together they are seen as representations of Yin and Yang. United, brings balance and harmony to the universe.
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