2019 Japan 7-gm CuNi Emperor Naruhito Enthronement NGC PF70UC First Day of Issue

Banzai! Long Live Emperor Naruhito!

Following the abdication of his father Emperor Akihito, Japan’s Emperor Naruhito ascended to the throne in the spring of 2019 to become the 126th monarch according to Japan’s traditional order of succession. But that wasn’t the end of it. Naruhito still had to complete a series of ritual ceremonies attended by foreign dignitaries from more than 180 countries. Finally, on October 22, 2019, Naruhito completed his ascension to the Chrysanthemum Throne in the Sokui no Rei ceremony during which he officially proclaimed his status as emperor to the world.

Intense Demand for the Emperor’s First Coins

To honor this solemn and historic event, Japan released a pair of coins commemorating Naruhito’s enthronement – the FIRST commemorative Proof coins issued under his reign. Unfortunately, the mintage was relatively small – just 27,000 two-coin sets were produced – and it proved to be an immense hit right out of the gate. In fact, the Japan Mint received more than 370,000 purchase applications and had to resort to a lottery system to determine who would own these coins in the Asian markets. Luckily, 10% of the mintage was set aside for foreign buyers and we did our best to secure as many of those sets as possible.

The Imperial Seat of Enthronement

In this offer you can secure the 7-gram copper-nickel (CuNi) coin from that set bearing a denomination of 500 Yen. It’s a beautiful design that features the Imperial Throne that was used during Naruhito’s enthronement ceremony. The reverse features the Imperial Crest of the Chrysanthemum – an image that has graced Japanese coins for centuries.

Flawless Proof from Among the First Coins Struck

In addition, your coin has been graded by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) as being in flawless Proof-70 Ultra Cameo (PF70UC) condition, a distinction that means your perfectly-graded proof will have ZERO imperfections — showing all features and fields exactly as the engraver and mint intended. In addition, NGC has certified that this proof is a First Day of Issue (FDI) coin, a designation that means your coin was received by NGC or an NGC-approved depository by the release date or on the business day within 24 hours of the official release date.

These were one of 2019’s hottest international issues. They’re sold out at the mint, but we’ve got some available on a first-come, first-served basis. Hurry and secure yours now before our limited supply runs out!

COIN HIGHLIGHTS:

• CELEBRATING A NEW EMPEROR – These coins are the FIRST coins dedicated to His Majesty Japanese Emperor Naruhito enthronement. This copper-nickel coin displays the Imperial Throne that was used during his enthronement ceremony held on October 22, 2019. The reverse shows the Imperial Crest of the Chrysanthemum.
• LEGAL TENDER IN JAPAN – These Emperor Naruhito Enthronement Seven-Gram Copper-Nickel (CuNi) coins are 500 Yen legal tender in Japan and measure 26.5 mm in diameter.
• PERFECT PROOF CONDITION – Your 2019 Japan Seven-Gram CuNi Emperor Naruhito Enthronement Proof Set has been graded by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) in perfect Proof-70 Ultra Cameo (PF70UC) condition.
• KEY FIRST DAY OF ISSUE CERTIFICATION – NGC has certified that your proof is a First Day of issue (FDI) coin, independent authentication that your coin was released by the mint during the premier day of the series’ issue.
• LOW LIMITED EDITION – The 2019 Japan Emperor Naruhito Enthronement Two-Piece Proof Set was limited to just 27,000 — with only 10% of the mintage authorized for foreign distribution! This is the copper-nickel coin from that set.

Worldwide demand for 2019 Japan Emperor Naruhito Enthronement coins has been overwhelming. Don’t miss out on this incredible numismatic event. Click one to your cart today while they are still available!