The Year of the Monkey “Pursuing Grand Wealth and Position” Partially Gold-plated Silver Medal
| Name | The Year of the Monkey “Pursuing Grand Wealth and Position” Partially Gold-plated Silver Medal |
|---|---|
| Composition | 99.9% Pure Silver |
| Diameter |
70 mm |
| Weight |
5 oz. |
| Maximum Mintage |
3,000 pieces |
| Image：Obverse |
The Year 2016 is the Chinese lunar year Bing Shen, and the Chinese Zodiac Year of the Monkey. This image was designed and executed by the Chinese gongbi (meticulous brush technique) painter, Professor Chang Ker-chi. The image comprises two gold-plated macaques, a mother and child, foraging at leisure on a branch of a pomegranate tree next to honey bees gathering honey. Together, this image constitutes the rebus, mi jue feng hou, which can be interpreted as: “Pursuing grand wealth and position.” It is understood as an auspicious wish for everyone's career to skyrocket—that everyone receives a promotion and earns a fortune. |
| Image：Reverse |
The image features a multi-colored peony blossom in the foreground of a window lattice patterned on the shape of ancient coins. Together these illustrate with especial clarity the significance of the Chinese characters hua kai fu gui which translated mean “peonies in bloom symbolize wealth and dignity.” The fine gongbi painting of the peony blossom in the image is also the work of Professor Chang Ker-chi. |