A great subject for a coin and one not common in modern numismatics, the Terracotta Army seems a perfect fit for Scottsdale’s chunky format. Depicting a view of the army with a close-up on one warrior in particular, it’s a cool idea that has been very well realised. The same chiselled edge that gave the Egyptian coins such a unique look, remains. The finish also stays the same, with the antiqued look a perfect choice.

There has been a change in issuing country. While the range used to be issued for the African Republic of Chad, the Chinese-themed coins have moved across to the Oceanic island nation of Fiji. The change is a minor one and just comprises the use of a different national emblem – one of a similar style anyway.

The packaging has changed from a cardboard box to a ‘hessian-style’ bag. A bit harder to stack of course, it’s hard to argue that they don’t look great. Another very nice touch. Available to order shortly, these remain true bullion coins and have a pretty tight premium given the work that has gone into them. It’s a coin we’d recommend to the collector as well, as if previous issues are any indicator, these will be fine looking designs in hand. The mintage is capped at just 10,000 pieces and it should be available today from Scottsdale, JM Bullion, and APMEX amongst others.