Zhao Yun 2021 – 5oz Silver Coloured Antiqued Coin
Limited Mintage: 388 Worldwide | Produced by The Perth Mint
A powerful tribute to one of China’s most legendary warriors, the Zhao Yun 2021 5oz Silver Coloured Antiqued Coin captures courage, loyalty, and heroism in an exceptional large-format silver release produced by The Perth Mint.
Struck from a substantial 5oz of pure silver and finished in antiqued quality, this dramatic coin brings to life the epic legacy of Zhao Yun — a revered general of the late Han Dynasty and early Three Kingdoms period, one of the most turbulent eras in Chinese history.
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⚔️ Legendary Warrior – Zhao Yun
Zhao Yun (d. 229 AD) was a celebrated military commander who served under Liu Bei, founder of the Shu Han state. Renowned for his bravery, discipline, and unwavering loyalty, Zhao Yun earned legendary status during countless military campaigns.
His most famous exploit occurred during the Battle of Changban, where he single-handedly fought through enemy forces to rescue Prince Liu Shan, shielding the infant within his tunic while confronting overwhelming opposition — an act that cemented his place in Chinese folklore and military history.
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🎨 Coloured Antiqued Design
The reverse depicts Zhao Yun astride his warhorse, charging fearlessly into battle:
• Brandishing an ornate qiang (spear) highlighted in striking blue and gold colour
• Shielding Prince Liu Shan while confronting enemy soldiers
• Rendered in high detail against an antiqued finish, enhancing depth and historical character
• Includes the inscription 赵云 — the Chinese characters for Zhao Yun
The antiqued surface accentuates the drama of the scene, creating a museum-quality aesthetic reminiscent of ancient relics.
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👑 Obverse & Official Details
The obverse features the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, along with:
• Coin weight and purity
• Monetary denomination
• 2021 year-date
This confirms the coin’s status as official legal tender, struck to Perth Mint standards.
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🌏 Exclusivity & Collectability
• Metal: Silver
• Weight: 5oz
• Finish: Antiqued with selective colour
• Mintage: Only 388 coins worldwide
• Mint: The Perth Mint
With such a tiny global mintage, this release is highly sought after by collectors of:
• Chinese history & Three Kingdoms mythology
• Warrior and military-themed coins
• Large-format, low-mintage Perth Mint issues
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🏆 A Centrepiece Historical Collectible
Bold in scale, rich in narrative, and extremely limited, the Zhao Yun 2021 5oz Silver Coloured Antiqued Coin stands as a commanding centrepiece in any serious collection. Combining epic storytelling with masterful minting, this coin honours a hero whose legacy has endured for centuries.
Availability is extremely limited — secure yours while possible.
