2023 Cherry Blossom Viewing Silver Medal
Obverse (left) / Reverse (right)
Obverse: The design depicts the figure of a nymph cherishing the Blossom of the Year, Shogetsu, on the night of the full moon. The background features in the traditional Japanese ichimatsu checkered pattern.
Reverse: Blossom of the Year, Shogetsu
The Blossom of the Year, "Shogetsu"
Shogetsu is a famous variety of cherry tree found on the banks of the Arakawa River in Tokyo, which was a famous cherry blossom viewing spot during the Meiji era. The flowers are initially damask pink, gradually turning white, and eventually the dark red at the edge of the flower becomes more prominent. It has about 25 petals and one or two leafed pistils.
Packaging
Specifications
Composition | 99.9% Pure Silver (Fineness Certification* stamped by Japan Mint) |
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Weight | Approximately 135g |
Diameter | 55mm |
Special Technique | Oxidized silver finish/Color printing (part of reverse side) |
* Mint Certification Mark of Precious Metal Wares (Hallmark)
The Japan Mint examines and certifies the fineness of precious metal wares by stamping specific marks on all wares that pass this examination. These marks are commonly called hallmarks.
Scheduled Sales Quantity: 2,000 pieces / for overseas market: Max. 70 pieces
International Dealers for This Product
For South Korea
- POONGSAN HWADONG CO., LTD.
For People's Republic of China (including Hong Kong and Macao), Taiwan, Singapore and Malaysia
- International Coins Limited
Please see the International Dealer List for the contact information.