Descriptions

This proof coin set is being sold to commemorate the state guest house, Akasaka Palace, opened in 1974, celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2024. It was built based on the neo-Baroque style as Togu Gosho (Crown Prince's Palace) in 1909. In 2009, it was designated as a National Treasure by the Japanese government.

The Akasaka Palace has received a large number of distinguished guests, such as monarchs, presidents or prime ministers, and been used as a venue for international conferences, including summit meetings, as well.

Obverse (left)/ Reverse (right)

A silver medal is made for this Proof Coin Set; the main gate is designed on the obverse with the symbol mark on the reverse side.

The coin set is comprised of:

• Six Japanese legal tender coins issued in 2024 in proof condition (a 500 yen bicolor clad proof coin (nickel-brass, cupronickel and copper), a 100 yen cupronickel proof coin, a 50 yen cupronickel proof coin, a 10 yen bronze proof coin, a 5 yen brass proof coin and a 1 yen aluminum proof coin)
• A silver medal with frosting finish processing technique (Ag 92.5%, Diameter: 35mm, Weight: 20g)*

* Frosting finish processing technique: A processing technique of engraving a minutely irregular surface to diffuse    reflection and obtain a pearskin-like texture.

• An explanation sheet in Japanese
• A leather display case
• A paper slipcase

Scheduled Sales Quantity: 10,000 pieces/ for overseas market: 89 pieces

International Dealers for This Coin Set

For Republic of Korea

• POONGSAN HWADONG CO., LTD.

For People's Republic of China (including Hong Kong and Macao), Taiwan, Singapore and Malaysia

• International Coins Limited

For European Countries

• Modern Numismatics International
• NUMISMÁTICA LA DOBLA Alvaro Albero Jiménez de Gastro

Please see the International Dealer List for their contact information.