Livonian Order. Gotthard Kettler, 1559-1561.
2 1/2 Ducats n. d., mint probably Riga.
Extremely rare.
Almost extremely fine.
Elizabeth I, 1558-1603.
Sovereign n. d., (1584-1586), London.
Very rare.
Slightly bent, almost extremely fine.
Mustafa III, 1757-1774.
2 Zeri Mahbub 1757/1758 (= 1171 AH), Misr (Kairo)
Ziynet pattern.
Very rare.
Holed, almost extremely fine.
Carlos III, 1759-1788.
8 Escudos 1764, NR-JV,
Santa Fe de Nuevo Reino (Bogota).
NGC AU58.
Rare. Extremely fine.
Bankportugalöser in the weight of 10 Ducats 1689,
by J. Reteke, on the major European banking cities of
Amsterdam, Hamburg, Nuremberg, and Venice.
NGC MS63 PL. Very rare.
Extremely fine-uncirculated.
Penny 1919.
Copper-nickel pattern of the “Kookaburra Penny”
by C. D. Richardson for Stokes & Sons. Extremely rare.
PCGS SP 61.
Tiny edge faults, extremely fine.
Vereenigde Amsterdamsche Compagnie.
1/2 Daalder in the weight of 4 Reales 1601, Dordrecht.
Extremely rare. Fine patina,
very fine-extremely fine.
5 Gulden type 1846.
Highest rarity (RRRR).
PMG Choice Very Fine 35.
1000 Gulden type 1860.
Highest rarity (RRRR).
PMG Extremely Fine 40.
Pinholes. Pressed.
Leonhard von Keutschach, 1495-1519.
3 Ducats 1513. Extremely rare.
Attractive piece with nice golden toning, min. bent,
extremely fine.
Osaka 2025 World Expo Commemorated with Silver Coin
In anticipation of the upcoming World Expo in Osaka, Japan, from April 13th to October 13th, 2025, the Japanese Ministry of Finance has unveiled the first of a series of commemorative coins to honor this event. Designed to capture the essence and significance of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, the newly released 1,000 Yen silver coin stands as a testament to innovation, culture, and global connectivity.
Osaka hosts Expo 2025 and Japan honors this event with the issuing of commemorative coins. Photo: Japan Mint. Background: Luca Florio / CC BY-SA 2.0.
As the world awaits the opening of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, this commemorative silver coin serves as a tangible symbol of anticipation and excitement. With its design, the coin not only commemorates a historic event but also celebrates the spirit of unity, innovation, and cultural exchange that lies at the heart of the World Expo movement.
Japan / 1,000 Yen / Silver 0.999 / 1 oz / 40 mm / Mintage: 50,000. Photo: Japan Mint.
The obverse side of the coin proudly showcases the iconic logo of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, crafted with iridescent color shining technology. Accompanying this symbol is a panoramic view of the Expo site situated on Yumeshima Island, Osaka, offering a glimpse into the grandeur and excitement that awaits visitors from across the globe.
The reverse showcases the Expo 2025 logo, albeit with a different coloring, accompanied by the inscription “1000 YEN 2025” and Japanese characters. This side serves as a timeless reminder of the significance of Expo 2025 and its enduring legacy.
The coin in its packaging. Photo: Japan Mint.
The commemorative coin can be ordered from the Japan Mint by post. The price of the coin is listed at 13’800 Yen (currently US$ 92).
