1 oz Silver Land of the Rising Sun 2026 (Mintage: 100 | partially gold-plated)

1 oz Silver Land of the Rising Sun 2026 – A Tribute to Japan in Only 100 Specimens

• Strictly limited: only 100 pieces worldwide available – a true rarity for discerning collectors
• Growth potential: Very high appreciation potential thanks to the strict mintage and the expected high demand
• Rarity: An extremely rare collector's coin that will never be issued again in this form
• Investment objective: High-quality collector's piece with considerable performance potential
• Design: A colourful composition featuring the majestic Fuji, radiant cherry blossoms, the red torii gate in the water and a traditional pagoda – Japan, captured on a coin
• Exclusive: These extraordinary collector's pieces are available exclusively from Kettner Edelmetalle
• High-quality finishing: Elaborate colour finishing combined with partially gold-plated accents – a technical masterpiece
• Material / Fineness: 1 ounce (31.1 g) fine silver at an outstanding fineness of 999.9/1,000
• Manufacturer: Coin struck for Liberia, subsequently finished in Germany – selected and issued by Kettner Edelmetalle

Imagine the first rays of sunlight breaking over the snow-capped summit of Fuji, while pink cherry blossoms dance in the gentle morning breeze and a brilliantly red torii gate is reflected in the mirror-smooth water. This is precisely the poetic image of Japan that the 1 oz Silver "Land of the Rising Sun" 2026 captures for you – a popular collector's coin with very low mintages that makes every collector's heart beat faster.

A Design That Breathes the Soul of Japan

The obverse of this extraordinary silver coin rarity transports you directly to the heart of Nippon. It features the sacred Mount Fuji-san in impressive colour depth, framed by cherry blossom branches whose delicate pink tones contrast with the deep blue of the sky and the turquoise-shimmering water. In the background, the fine lines of a five-storey pagoda are visible, with the famous red torii gate in the foreground – the gate that, according to Japanese belief, marks the transition between the worldly and the divine sphere.

The reverse impressively depicts a traditional Japanese pagoda in vivid vermillion red, nestled among cherry blossom branches beneath a sky through which the rays of the rising sun break. The gold-coloured wave ring (Seigaiha pattern) along the edge lends the coin a touch of Far Eastern elegance.

The Finishing – Craftsmanship at Collector Level

What sets this coin apart from ordinary strikes is its meticulous craftsmanship. The partially gold-plated edge surrounds the colour-rich design like a fine frame around a valuable painting. The milled edge design adds additional tactile appeal and ensures the high quality is evident even when viewed from the side. The base coin is produced on the basis of a face value of 20 dollars for Liberia – the artistic colour finishing and partial gold finish are then applied with German precision.

"Out of 100 comes history – those who act today will hold a legend in their hands tomorrow."

The "Land Animals" Series – A Collecting Theme with Character

The "Land of the Rising Sun" edition joins the thematically fascinating Land Animals series, adding a cultural accent that captures the attention of collectors worldwide. Those who already own other editions in this series know: complete sets develop a very special appeal over the years – not only aesthetically, but also in terms of their collector's value.

Why Silver as the Base Metal Convinces

With a fineness of 999.9/1,000, this strike ranks among the purest silver issues of all. Silver has combined aesthetic fascination with genuine material value for thousands of years. There is also a significant tax advantage for private investors:

• Gains from the sale of physical silver are generally tax-free after a holding period of at least one year
• Silver has been valued by cultures around the globe for centuries as a symbol of prosperity
• Industrial demand – for example in electronics, solar technology and medicine – supports the long-term importance of the white metal
• Collector's coins in silver combine material tangible asset value with artistic uniqueness

Appreciation Potential Through Strict Mintage Limitation

A mintage of only 100 pieces is exceptionally low in the field of finished collector's coins. While classic bullion issues appear in mintages of millions, a deliberate policy of strict scarcity is applied here. It is precisely this scarcity that creates the appeal: those who acquire one of these coins belong to a small, exclusive circle. A clear return promise is not legally possible – experience shows, however, that strictly limited editions with an attractive design are often particularly sought after over the years. This rarity offers you inflation protection on one hand and collector's joy on the other – complemented by the classic crisis protection that physical precious metals traditionally provide.

Delivery in a Stylish Coin Capsule

To ensure your new showpiece arrives optimally protected, the coin is delivered in a high-quality coin capsule – ideal both for display in a showcase and for safe storage. The diameter of 40 mm ensures that the intricate design is shown to its best advantage.

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