Obverse: The design depicts panda, which calls to mind the name of the Blossom of the Year "Ranran", taking a spring nap.

Reverse: The design depicts the Blossom of the Year, "Ranran" and the words "Sakura-no-toorinuke", "Ranran (蘭蘭)" are inscribed. While the background depicts the bamboo.

The Blossom of the Year, "Ranran"
Ranran ("蘭蘭") is a kind of cherry blossom selectively bred in the town of Matsumae in Hokkaido as a cross between the Hakuran and Amayadori varieties. It is named after Ueno Zoo's giant panda, which had just died and was being mourned by the children of Matsumae, because the tightly packed, well-rounded blooms resemble the panda's thick coat. The flowers are almost white, with 15–20 petals each.

Packaging

Specifications

Composition	99.9% Pure Gold (Fineness Certification* stamped by Japan Mint)
Weight	Approximately 95g
Diameter	40mm
Special Technique	Photo image processing**[Reverse].

* 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.

** Photo image processing
This is one of the die engraving technologies and it allows us to depict extremely detailed photo image on the medal surface.

Scheduled Sales Quantity: 400 pieces / for overseas market: Max. 5 pieces

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