1 oz Copper Zodiac Pisces (Mintage: 1,000 | Proof)

1 oz Copper Zodiac Pisces 2026 – Two Fish, One Universe

• Strictly limited: Very low mintage of only 1,000 pieces worldwide

• Minting quality: Highest possible minting quality "Proof" (PP) with mirrored surfaces and frosted reliefs

• Growth potential: Very high value appreciation potential due to the strict limitation and the continuing high demand for zodiac issues

• Rare collector's coin: Official issue with a face value of 1 dollar for the Republic of Liberia – including certificate of authenticity

• Design: Two artfully intertwined fish in a Yin-Yang circle against a sparkling starry sky; the reverse shows the sun and moon, the four elements, and all twelve zodiac signs

• Manufacturer: Private minting by various mints for the "Zodiac" series

Some designs you have to hold in your hand to truly appreciate. This collector's coin is one of them. Across a diameter of 40 millimeters, a piece of celestial mechanics unfolds in warmly shimmering copper – and in a limitation that makes even seasoned numismatists take notice: a mintage of only 1,000 pieces worldwide. For a zodiac design that appeals anew to collectors and gift-givers every year, this is extraordinarily low.

The Design: Intuition, Dreams, and a Sea of Stars

Two fish circle each other, head to tail, in that ancient arrangement describing the cycle of becoming and passing. Every scale is individually worked out, every fin fans out. Behind them lies a deep, dark starry sky from which the stars seem to emerge. The inscription names the zodiac sign – "Pisces • Intuition & Dreams" – and adds a thought that gives this issue its character: the stars point the way, but fate lies in your own hands.

The reverse is a small work of art in its own right. At the center, the sun and moon merge into a double face, surrounded by the four elements – billowing clouds, rugged mountain ranges, breaking waves, and blazing flames. Around the edge, the symbols of all twelve zodiac signs are arranged in sequence, accompanied by the motto "Twelve Signs • Four Elements • One Universe." Below this are the inscriptions "One Dollar," "Republic of Liberia," and "1 oz 999 Fine Copper."

Why Copper? A Metal for Collectors' Hearts

Copper coins are perhaps the most creative field in the world of coins. Because the metal is comparatively inexpensive, mints dare to use designs here that are rarely seen in gold or silver – in the USA, for instance, countless copper rounds, i.e. copper medallions, are produced with themes ranging from mythology to pop culture. It is precisely this variety of designs that makes them so appealing.

For beginners, copper coins and copper bars are also an ideal entry point: you get to know the feel, weight, and shine of a genuine minted piece without having to spend a lot of money right away. And once someone has started, they usually stick with it. Typical copper buyers are classic collectors who enjoy building their own collection – series by series, issue by issue.

Proof – The Premier League of Minting Technique

The Proof (PP) quality is elaborate: blanks and dies are polished by hand, each coin is struck multiple times, and the result is inspected. This creates the characteristic contrast between deep, mirror-black fields and silky matte design motifs. In copper, this effect is particularly appealing, as the reddish metal tone shifts from light rosé to deep bronze-brown depending on the light.

Technical Data at a Glance

• Material: Copper, fineness 999/1,000

• Denomination: 1 oz – fine weight 31.10 grams (gross weight 31.13 g)

• Diameter: 40.00 mm

• Edge: reeded

• Face value: 1 dollar (Liberia)

• Year of issue: 2026 · Series: Zodiac

• Condition: Proof (PP), brand new

• Mintage: strictly limited to 1,000 pieces

• Certificate: with certificate of authenticity

Comparison: Copper, Silver, and Gold in the Zodiac Series

The series is issued in several metals, and each variant has its own charm. The silver editions score with their bright, cool shine and additional material value; the tiny 1/200-ounce gold coins are collector's pieces for the display cabinet in miniature format. The copper variant, on the other hand, offers the largest format at the friendliest price – 40 millimeters of surface on which the design can display its full depth. For anyone wishing to build a complete zodiac series, copper offers the most relaxed path to get there. The downside? Copper has no significant precious metal value – here, the appeal clearly lies in the design, the art of minting, and its rarity.

A rarity is defined by its mintage. And 1,000 pieces for an entire zodiac sign are, viewed globally, barely more than a drop in the ocean.

Who This Issue Is Worth It For

For those born under Pisces, it is a gift with a personal touch – for a birthday, a christening, an anniversary. For thematic collectors, it is a building block in a series that can be completed with twelve designs. And for anyone who appreciates the art of minting, it is simply a beautiful piece of craftsmanship. Given the very low mintage, experience shows that those who hesitate will later find themselves looking on the secondary market. Secure your piece of this strictly limited minting while it is still available.

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