Hotei – the Laughing Buddha – is by far the best known of the seven gods of luck throughout Asia and the West, and his likeness is commonly placed in the entrance halls of Buddhist monasteries, public spaces, businesses, and homes. Today, it is common for people of all cultures worldwide to rub the belly or head of the Laughing Buddha for good luck! This 5g pure gold bar offers wishes for good luck as we celebrate the Lunar New Year. Limited mintage of 5,000 bars.