{"product_id":"japan-2026-cherry-blossom-viewing-proof-coin-set","title":"Japan 2026 Cherry Blossom Viewing Proof Coin Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eUnderpinned by exquisite Proof quality, and highlighted by a unique, superbly designed Silver Medal, this official Japan Mint 6-Coin Set is perhaps most notable for the strictly limited availability. Only 239 sets will leave Japanese shores!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHonouring the longstanding tradition of Cherry Blossom Viewing – a tradition at the Japan Mint that stretches back to 1883 – this official issue comprises six Japanese legal tender coins from the 1 Yen to the 500 Yen. Struck to Proof standard, the six coins are set within an acrylic case, housed within a sleeve depicting the Osaka Blossom of the Year, Gyoiko – a very rare cherry tree bearing yellowish green flowers, highlighted with crimson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe perfect complement, each set also features a one-year-only medallion, struck from 20 grams of sterling silver. Measuring 35mm in diameter, the obverse of the medallion is distinguished by a full-colour depiction of Gyoiko, surrounded by cherry blossom crests. The reverse portrays a court woman of the Heian Period, as the word Gyoiko refers to the robes worn by aristocrats of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA prestigious tribute to a grand Japanese tradition, the 2026 Cherry Blossom Viewing Osaka Proof Coin Set is to be enjoyed by the privileged few – especially outside Japan. So popular is this annual issue in Japan, the Japan Mint keeps virtually the entire mintage for the domestic market. Indeed, out of a mintage of 12,000, only 239 examples of this stunning Proof Set will leave Japan!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith Downies allocation tiny, and a sell-out certain, you must not delay your order. Click add to cart now!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Downies Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49158887833908,"sku":"42312","price":350.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/1815\/9156\/files\/42312-1.jpg?v=1782441902","url":"https:\/\/www.downies.com\/products\/japan-2026-cherry-blossom-viewing-proof-coin-set","provider":"Downies Collectables","version":"1.0","type":"link"}