Eight Buddha Protectors Series – Amitabha 5 oz Silver Coin – Antiqued Finish

5 oz Fine Silver Coin – Republique du Tchad 2025 – 25000 Francs CFA

It is a fundamental belief in Buddhism that every person is born under the blessing and protection of a certain Bodhisattva or Buddha. The Eight Protectors are each associated with a specific Zodiac animal and bless all who are born in the year of that particular Zodiac. They are also perceived as guardians of the cardinal and semi-cardinal directions. This connection between the twelve zodiac signs and the Eight Protectors is thought to be in alignment to Taoist influence and Chinese cosmology, whereby pious worshipping of the Protectors is believed to bless one with a peaceful life by elimination of calamities.

Amitabha, a revered figure across Mahayana in Vajrayana Buddhism, is known as “infinite light” in Sanskrit, symbolizing the Buddha’s boundless wisdom and compassion. As one of the Eight Protectors, Amitabha protects sentient beings from the endless cycles of birth, death, and rebirth by offering a path to the realm free from suffering, where beings can easily attain enlightenment through sincere faith and devotion.

Gracefully seated in meditation upon a lotus pedestal, Amitabha Buddha radiates serenity and transcendent wisdom. His hands form the Dhyana Mudra, a gesture of deep contemplation and inner peace, signifying his role as the guardian of the Western Pure Land (Sukhāvatī)—a realm of bliss and enlightenment for devoted souls. Surrounded by an ornate, flame-like aureole and backed by a carved stone motif, this powerful image evokes ancient Buddhist sanctuaries and the eternal promise of liberation from suffering. Amitabha is also considered the spiritual guardian of those born in the Year of the Dog, protecting these individuals by enhancing good fortune, guarding from misfortune and spiritual harm, and supporting their journey toward peace, health, and success. On the obverse, the eight protectors and guardians of the Chinese zodiacs sit in heart-shaped Bodhi leaves surrounding the twelve zodiac animals they protect, forming a lotus flower in full bloom. The collectible is crafted in the shape of the Taoist Bagua to attract good luck and ward off evil. In the middle lies the yin-yang symbol of harmony and balance behind the official legal tender of Tchad, the Coat of Arms du Tchad.

A new minting technique called “Bi-Metal Max” was applied to give this piece its remarkable weight and 120mm diameter – triple the size of the regular 2 oz collectible. This is made possible by combining 28.5 oz of Copper as a base with a top layer of 5 oz of 999 pure Silver, resulting in a super ultra-high relief topped with silver antiqued finishing. This is a limited edition of 199 pieces only. Each piece is packaged and delivered with a Certificate verifying its edition number and authenticity.