{"product_id":"expo-70-silbermedaille-925-1000-japanische-munze-entwurf-churyo-sato-in-originalbox","title":"Expo '70 Silver Medal 925\/1000 - Japanese Coin - Designed by Churyō Satō - in Original Box","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe official commemorative medal of the 1970 Osaka World Expo – crafted from sterling silver, minted by the Japan Mint, and designed by one of the country's most significant sculptors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe medal features the inscription 日本万国博覧会 \/ JAPAN WORLD EXPOSITION, OSAKA, 1970 on one side, along with the exhibition's cherry blossom emblem, the mint mark (造幣局製), the 925 silver hallmark, and the text EXPO'70.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003ePublisher, Mint, Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe medal was issued by the Japan Association for the 1970 World Exposition (財団法人 日本万国博覧会協会) and produced by the Japan Mint (大蔵省造幣局), the state-run mint that also produces circulation coinage. Distribution was handled by a specially formed commemorative medal association.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe design was provided by \u003cstrong\u003eChuryō Satō (佐藤忠良)\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the defining Japanese sculptors of the 20th century. The original packaging explains his concept: a budding tree represents eternal growth, and in the same way, the medal represents the spirit of prosperity and harmony for humanity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA note on attribution, as it is frequently confused: The cherry blossom emblem of the World Expo was created by \u003cstrong\u003eŌtaka Takeshi\u003c\/strong\u003e, not Okamoto Tarō; Okamoto designed the Tower of the Sun, the architectural landmark of the exhibition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eDesign\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe emblem is rendered in high relief: five spherical segments, each with a crescent-shaped cutout, grouped around a small center point. The surface has a matte satin finish, causing the silver to reflect a soft, deep light rather than a mirror sheen—a deliberate choice that emphasizes the relief of the minting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCircumferentially, there is a bilingual inscription in a narrow sans-serif typeface, characteristic of the exhibition’s overall graphic identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWith a diameter of 34 millimeters, a thickness of 2.3 millimeters, and a weight of 19 grams, the medal has the heft one expects from a solid silver strike—it feels heavier in the hand than its size would suggest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe medal is supplied in its original black collector’s box inscribed with MEDAL EXPO'70 \/ SILVER MEDAL 925\/1000, featuring a transparent lid insert and foam cushioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eDating\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e1970, for the World Expo in Osaka.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe medal is in very good collector’s condition. The strike is complete and sharp; the inscription, mint mark, and silver hallmark are clearly legible. On the satin-finished surface, there are occasional dark spots—incipient tarnish typical for silver, which could be professionally removed, but which we have deliberately left untreated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe original box shows signs of wear: rubbed edges, light pressure marks, and discoloration on the lid. The transparent insert and the foam bed are intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe actual condition is shown in the unretouched product photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOccasion: Osaka World Expo 1970 (Expo '70)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMaterial: Sterling silver 925\/1000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMint: Japan Mint (Ministry of Finance)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePublisher: Japan Association for the 1970 World Exposition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDesign: Churyō Satō\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDiameter: approx. 34 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eThickness: 2.3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWeight: 19 g (equivalent to approx. 17.6 g fine silver)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDate: 1970\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOrigin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eScope of delivery: Medal, original collector’s box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eFor whom?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFor collectors of World Expo memorabilia and numismatists who collect government-minted commemorative medals. For enthusiasts of post-war Japanese graphic design. And as an object that doesn't need a display case—it feels good in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWarranty (pre-owned)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis is a pre-owned item. The limitation period for claims for defects under the statutory warranty is 12 months from delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage \u0026 JDM (Japan Domestic Market)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54204679291218,"sku":"A370e","price":149.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/3908\/0530\/files\/12129038-09AF-4253-9D98-3F496006D71D.jpg?v=1786148627","url":"https:\/\/japanese-microbrands.com\/en\/products\/expo-70-silbermedaille-925-1000-japanische-munze-entwurf-churyo-sato-in-originalbox","provider":"Japanese Microbrands - Mario Lenke","version":"1.0","type":"link"}