We're proud to offer the third release in the Chiwoo Cheonwang Silver Medal series here at SD Bullion! These 2018 1 oz South Korean Chiwoo Silver Coins feature stunning designs that make them great for gifting as well as adding to silver coin collections.
Chiwoo Cheonwang or Chiyou was the Supreme Emperor of Cooree in Ancient Korea right around 2600 B.C. Over the years, many legends cropped up around him. These include him having a bronze head, four eyes, and six arms.While the Chinese often think of him as a tyrant who was defeated by a famous Chinese Emperor, the South Koreans consider him a legend who protected them from invaders all those years ago.
Each of these coins contains 1 troy ounce of 0.999 pure silver. Moreover, they bear legal tender face values of 1 Clay.
The reverse sides of these coins depict Chiwoo Cheonwang in glorious detail. He's seen wearing his battle armor, brandishing his majestic broadsword menacingly.The words 'Chiwoo Cheonwang' are imprinted near the rim on this side as well.
On the other hand, the obverses feature a rendition of the fabled 'Do ggae bi.' It is a legendary character that is said to bring good fortune upon the bearer and defend against evil spirits.
These 2018 1 oz South Korean Chiwoo Cheonwang Silver Coins are seeped in Korean culture and feature an important legend from its rich history. They'll make great additions to your silver coin collections while adding pure silver and gorgeous designs to your precious metals portfolio.