2018 South Korea 1-oz Silver Chiwoo Cheonwang Medal NGC PF70UC First Day of Issue - Exclusive South Korea Label

Go to Battle with Korea’s Legendary God of War

When South Korea released its inaugural Chiwoo Cheonwang series of silver bullion medals in 2016, it was met with worldwide acclaim. It was so popular that a year later its entire 30,000 bullion mintage completely sold out. In 2018, South Korea released its third entry in the series, and like in past years, a collector proof edition has also been released, but with a much smaller mintage. This year’s proof edition is just 3,000 – a number that is 15 times smaller than this year’s bullion mintage!

It’s no exaggeration to say this program has been a resounding victory. But that should come as no surprise – the legendary warrior upon which its design is based is recognized as the symbol of victory in Korean history and folklore. In Korean mythology, Chiwoo Cheonwang is honored and worshiped as the “God of War.” In battle, he wore a demonic mask that obscured his face and terrified his enemies. Combined with his ability to cast magic spells and control the weather, Chiwoo Cheonwang fought a series of epic battles against China’s Yellow Emperor more than 4,500 years ago. Today his mask serves as the mascot for South Korea’s national soccer team, the Red Devils.

South Korea really upped its game on the design of this year’s one-ounce, 99.9% fine silver piece. While previous years showed Chiwoo Cheonwang in beautiful detail, they can’t compare to the exciting image on this year’s medal. Chiwoo Cheonwang is shown in vivid detail on the back of his warhorse, his battle sword extended in his right hand driving forward as if he’s going to slash an enemy lurking behind you. And for the first time his battle helmet reveals a portion of his face, a visage frozen in the frenzy of battle as he charges forward to victory.

Your 2018 South Korea Chiwoo Cheonwang One-Ounce Silver Proof Medal has been graded by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) as being in perfect Proof-70 Ultra Cameo (PF70UC) condition, a distinction that means your perfectly-graded proof will have ZERO imperfections – showing all features and fields exactly as the engraver and mint intended! In addition, your proof has also been certified as a First Day of Issue (FDI) specimen by NGC – independent authentication that your proof was released by the mint during the premier day of the series' issue. It will also come sonically sealed in an acrylic case with an exclusive South Korea label.

To assure you’re victorious in obtaining one of these Gem Proof beauties, add the 2018 South Korea Chiwoo Cheonwang One-Ounce Silver Proof Medal to your cart today!

• NEW DESIGN IN POPULAR ONGOING SERIES – This year’s design on the Chiwoo Cheonwang One-Ounce Silver Proof Medal shows the face of South Korea’s legendary warrior not obscured by a battle mask. The obverse shows the image of Dokkaebi, a supernatural goblin that, despite its grotesque appearance, is a symbol of good luck.

• STRUCK IN PURE SILVER – The 2018 South Korea Chiwoo Cheonwang Silver Proof Medal is struck in a troy ounce of 99.9% silver.

• UNIQUE MONETARY DENOMINATION – Each 2018 South Korea Chiwoo Cheonwang One-Ounce Silver Proof Medal bears a denomination of 1 Clay. While not legal tender, this is a new concept of measurement value for South Korea’s bullion releases.

• GRADED IN PERFECT PROOF CONDITION – Your 2018 South Korea Chiwoo Cheonwang One-Ounce Silver Proof Medal has been graded by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) as being in perfect Proof-70 Ultra Cameo (PF70UC) condition, a distinction that means your perfectly-graded proof will have ZERO imperfections – showing all features and fields exactly as the engraver and mint intended!

• KEY FIRST DAY OF ISSUE CERTIFICATION – Your proof has also been certified as a First Day of Issue (FDI) specimen by NGC -- independent authentication that your proof was released by the mint during the premier day of the series' issue. It will come sonically sealed in an acrylic case with an exclusive South Korea label.

• UNIQUE SECURITY FEATURE – Each proof in this release also features a unique security features integrated into its design. Located on the medal’s obverse, this lenticular feature will display either “AG” or “999” depending on the angle at which you view it.

• STRICT LIMITED EDITION – Just 3,000 of these magnificent 2018 South Korea Chiwoo Cheonwang One-Ounce Silver Proof Medals were struck at KOMSCO, the official mint of South Korea.

With its limited mintage, new annual designs and silver purity, South Korea’s Chiwoo Cheonwang One-Ounce Silver Medal series is a runaway fit with both coin collectors and silver stackers. Get your 2018 Chiwoo Cheonwang One-Ounce Silver Proof Medal today before they’re all gone!