Platinum compared to other precious metals used in coinage, is characterised by its higher hardness, density and durability, as well as its low production volume. It produces only a fraction of the volume of gold and silver produced annually, so it is not surprising that it is not only rare but also valuable. The platinum bullion coin of the Czech Mint from the "Czech Lion" series adds another dimension to the investment in the precious metal - artistic and collectible.

The best-known story of how the exotic lion became the symbol of the Czech country is the tale of Bruncvík - a mythical prince who travelled to Africa where he helped the king of beasts in his battle with the dragon. However, the old chroniclers offer more plausible explanation. According to them, Emperor Frederick I Barbarossa rewarded Prince Vladislaus II with a royal crown and a new heraldic animal, which replaced the current eagle in 1158. The lion represented the virtues of chivalry, strength and courage that Vladislaus had shown during the conquest of the city of Milan in the Emperor's service. And how did the heraldic beast get its second tail? Again, heroism played a role. King Ottokar I of Bohemia helped Emperor Otto IV in his fight against the Saxon in 1204, and in return the Bohemian lion was given a second tail, which distinguished it from the beasts of other nations and gave it a unique prestige. Medieval writers, however, liked to colour their narratives, therefore, they are not a reliable source of information. However, one thing is certain - the first truly documented Bohemian lion was a symbol of the Přemyslid dynasty and appears on the equestrian seal of Vladislaus Henry from 1203. The lion was elevated to the emblem of the whole country by Ottokar II of Bohemia, the Iron and Gold King.

All variants of the bullion coin received a brand new relief in 2024, but the main idea remained the same. The reverse side is dominated by a realistic Czech lion wearing a gilded St. Wenceslas crown. An additional motif is an eagle which is a synthesis of the St. Wenceslas, Moravian and Silesian birds of prey. The inscription CZECH REPUBLIC is placed in a gilded wedge, which evokes the Czech flag. The author of the relief is traditionally medal maker Asamat Baltaev, DiS. As the coins of the Czech Mint are issued with the licence of a foreign issuer, which is the island of Niue, their obverse side bears its necessary attributes - the portrait of King Charles III, the nominal value of 50 DOLLARS (NZD) and the year of issue 2024.

Invest in a smart and stylish way! In our offer you can also find other variants of the bullion coin "Czech Lion" made of silver, gold or palladium. This allows you to easily regulate how much money you invest in precious metals.

Note: The coin is sealed in special packaging. It is covered with a foil to prevent damage during transport.

The Czech Mint has extensive experience with the production of bullion coins. We have been minting gold and silver "Czech Lion" coins since 2017 and they are popular among investors not only in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, but also in Hungary, Germany, China, Hong Kong, South Korea, Canada and the United States. The largest online precious metals distributor in the world has also requested them for its offer. One of the reasons why the Czech Mint's bullion coins have so quickly joined their  famous global counterparts (such as the Austrian Wiener Philharmoniker, Canadian Maple Leaf, South African Krugerrand, American Eagle, Chinese Panda or Australian Kangaroo) is their low issue limit. While bullion coins of foreign mints are minted in the millions, the issue limit of coins minted in the Czech Republic is calculated in hundreds or thousands. This fact increases the appreciation potential of the investment and adds a collector's dimension to it. Thanks to the artistic processing, the coins will also serve perfectly as an original and valuable gift - for graduation, for a wedding, for the birth of a child or just for fun…

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