Lunar Silver Bars from APMEX
APMEX offers a superb selection of Lunar silver bars in various sizes to fit your needs. We guarantee you will receive only .999 fine silver bars. Bars of any size are an excellent way to acquire fine silver while avoiding the premiums usually found on legal tender bullion coins. They are easily bought and sold, stored, stacked and counted.
APMEX's Lunar series is based off the Chinese Zodiac Calendar. The Chinese Zodiac Calendar, also known as Shengxiao or the Zodiac of Twelve Animals, is a traditional system that assigns an animal sign to each year in a 12-year cycle. Each year is associated with one of the twelve Chinese zodiac animals, which are Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat (or Sheep), Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig.
Legend has it that the Jade Emperor, the ruler of the heavens, held a race and invited all the animals to participate. The order in which the animals finished the race determined their position in the zodiac cycle. Each year is believed to take on the characteristics of the animal sign associated with it, and people born in that year are said to inherit the traits and personalities of that specific animal.
The Lunar New Year, also known as the Spring Festival or Chinese New Year, is the most important traditional holiday in China and other Asian countries with significant Chinese communities. It is celebrated based on the lunar calendar, falling on the second new moon after the winter solstice. This means that the date of the Lunar New Year varies each year and typically falls between January 21st and February 20th in the Gregorian calendar.
Preparations for the Lunar New Year usually begin several weeks before the actual celebration. People clean their homes thoroughly to sweep away bad luck and make way for good fortune. They also decorate their houses with red lanterns and other auspicious symbols. Red is a prominent color during this time as it is believed to bring good luck and happiness.
Family reunions are a significant part of the Lunar New Year celebration. It's a time when people travel back to their hometowns to spend time with their families, exchange gifts, and enjoy a festive meal together. Various traditional customs and activities take place during the celebrations, such as dragon and lion dances, setting off firecrackers (to ward off evil spirits), giving out red envelopes (hongbao) with money inside as a symbol of good luck, and more.
The Lunar New Year festivities usually last for about 15 days, culminating in the Lantern Festival on the 15th day of the first lunar month. This vibrant event involves the lighting of lanterns, solving riddles, and various cultural performances.
The Chinese Zodiac Calendar and the Lunar New Year play a significant role in Chinese culture, reflecting the importance of tradition, family, and unity in the Chinese community.
Benefits to Purchasing Silver Bars
Purchasing silver bars offers several benefits to investors and collectors. Firstly, silver bars are a cost-effective way to invest in precious metals compared to other forms like coins or jewelry. They generally have lower premiums over the spot price of silver, making them an affordable option for both entry-level and seasoned investors. Secondly, silver bars are easy to store and transport due to their compact and uniform shape. They provide a tangible and portable asset that can be securely stored in a safe or bank deposit box.
Additionally, silver has intrinsic value and is often considered a hedge against inflation and economic uncertainties, making it a reliable store of wealth over the long term. Lastly, silver bars are highly liquid, meaning they can be easily bought or sold in various markets worldwide, ensuring flexibility and accessibility for investors seeking to capitalize on potential price fluctuations. Overall, purchasing silver bars offers a stable and versatile investment opportunity with the potential for long-term growth and diversification of one's portfolio.
For investors in search of a simpler design with some of the lowest premiums over spot available, consider checking out our APMEX branded single ounce silver bars. These offer the same level of trust being produced by APMEX, and have a more generic design, making them slightly more affordable and more liquid.
