2009 PCGS PR-70 20 Gram Japanese Akihito 10,000 Yen Emperor's Edition Proof Gold Coin
The Japanese Akihito 10,000 Gold Coin is a limited strike issued by the Japan Mint in 2009. It aims to celebrate the 21st anniversary of Emperor Akihito's reign.
This coin contains 20 grams of actual gold, corresponding to approximately 0,6430 Troy oz of gold, and exhibits an alluring design embellished by the coin’s proof finish.
Today, SD Bullion offers 2009 20 Gram Japanese Akihito 10,000 Yen Emperor's Edition Proof Gold Coins sealed and certified by PCGS as PR-70 coins.
Coin Highlights
- Evaluated, encapsulated, and graded as PR-70 by PCGS;
- Proof coin;
- Produced by the Japan Mint;
- Commemorative edition;
- Limited to 100,000 units;
- Weighs 20 grams (0,6430 oz) of gold content;
- Holds a 10,000 Yen face value;
- The obverse features the Imperial Seal of Japan;
- The reverse displays the Nijubashi Bridge with a phoenix flying above.
The Design
The obverse depicts the Imperial chrysanthemum crest, the national seal of Japan, used by the Emperor and members of the Imperial Family.
The reverse showcases the Nijubashi Bridge, which crosses the moat from the Imperial Palace Plaza through the main gate to the palace. It also features an image of a phoenix flying above it.
A PCGS PR-70 coin
PCGS, or the Professional Coin Grading Service, operates independently from sovereign mints, evaluating and grading coins using the Sheldon Scale, which ranges from 1 to 70 based on the coin's condition.
PR stands for Proof Coin, indicating a coin produced for collection purposes, which exhibits mirror-like surfaces in contrast with frosted design elements. 70 is the highest grade and indicates a coin with no visible flaws.
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