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 Silver (Fineness Certification* stamped by Japan Mint)
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. 50 pieces

International Dealers for This Product

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

• International Coins Limited