Description
Why buy this 2021 South Korea 1 oz Silver ZI:SIN Taurus Medal?
KOMSCO continued its ZI:SIN Series in 2021 with this fifth release. The series features each of the twelve guardians of Korean mythology, inspired by the lunar calendar. Each guardian protects against evil forces from one of twelve directions. Taurus is the guardian of peace, as well as the god of war. Struck on a 1 oz planchet of .999 fine silver, this medal is one of just 20,000 of its kind.
- This is the fifth release in the Zi:Sin series.
- This non-denominated medal is part of a mintage of just 20,000 pieces.
- This piece was struck from 1 oz of .999 fine silver.
- The medal is a product of KOMSCO.
- ZI:Sin are a dozen guardians of Korean mythology.
- The guardians are inspired by the lunar calendar.
- Taurus is the guardian of peace and the god of war.
- This piece will arrive in GEM Brilliant Uncirculated condition.
Striking Taurus Design
Obverse: Gracing the obverse is the Doggaebi, a mythical creature that is believed to ward off dark spirits. The image comes from a famous tile from Silla, an ancient Korean kingdom. The name of the mint that struck the medal, “KOMSCO,” is below. Rim inscriptions note the medal’s date, “2021,” purity, “FINE SILVER 999,” country of issue, “REPUBLIC OF KOREA,” and , “1 CLAY.”
Reverse: The guardian Taurus is on the reverse. He has long, flowing hair and wields his sword. The name of the series, “ZI:SIN,” and name of the featured character, “TAURUS,” are inscribed along the rim.
