&####128293;2023 Australia 1 oz. 9999 Fine Silver Phoenix – Antiqued Finish. Struck with a deep, intentional smoky grey antiqued finish, the reverse features a powerful phoenix in full flight holding a paulownia flower, surrounded by swirling clouds of abundance. The high-relief detail is insane, and the antique treatment makes every feather and swirl stand out hard. Comes in its original protective capsule. Why This One Hits Different. Ultra-low mintage: Maximum of only 1,500 coins worldwide (1,000 in capsule + 500 in card). Most of these are already locked away. This is the special memorial portrait used after her passing – a true transitional piece. First antiqued 1oz silver Phoenix in the Chinese Myths & Legends series. Stunning high-relief design by Lucas Bowers that collectors actually chase. In Chinese mythology the phoenix (Fenghuang) is one of the most powerful symbols of honesty, benevolence, knowledge, happiness, harmony, and prosperity. Its rare appearances were said to herald great fortune and new beginnings. Legend describes it as a fusion of several birds that will only perch on the paulownia tree – which is why it carries the paulownia flower in its beak on this coin. Where & How It Was Made. Struck by The Perth Mint in Western Australia (P mintmark). Official Australian legal tender. The special antiqued finish was deliberately applied to create that deep smoky grey tone and give the design serious depth and contrast. Reverse: Lucas Bowers (LB) – Phoenix design. Weight: 1 troy ounce (31.107 g). Diameter: 40.9 mm. Thickness: 3.5 mm. Finish: Antiqued (intentional smoky grey). Series: Chinese Myths and Legends. Mintage: Only 1,500 maximum – this is not a common bullion issue. Original antiqued finish, sharp high-relief details, no issues. Check out my shop for more silver, rare coins, and bullion! Low mintage + memorial dual dates + antiqued finish + killer design = Don’t sleep on it.