At the end of each Olympic games, its customary for the Olympic flag to be handed from the current host country to the country that will be hosting the next Olympic game. This bullion release for 2021 is honoring this event by recognizing the flag handoff from Japan to France, who is scheduled as the next host country for the 2024 Summer Olympic games. Now, you can own a piece of this special event by purchasing the 2021 Proof French Tokyo to Paris Handover 1/4 oz Gold Coin from Provident Metals.

Coin Highlights:

• Each order is packaged in a special presentation box!
• Included with each order is a Certificate of Authenticity!
• Limited mintage of only 1,000 coins available worldwide!
• Includes a proof finish.
• Contains 1/4 Troy oz of .999 pure gold.
• This coin is fully backed by the French government and holds a face value of 200 Euros.
• The obverse shows the Olympic flag handoff.
• On the reverse are the flags of Japan and France incorporated into the coins design.

The 2021 Proof French Tokyo to Paris Handover 1/4 oz Gold Coin was struck by the Mint based in Paris in 99.9% fine gold. With an extremely limited mintage of only 1,000 coins worldwide, this is a truly special bullion release. The coin itself has a proof finish, meaning that its background is mirrored in appearance while its designs are frosted. When you order from Provident Metals, your coin will arrive with a Certificate of Authenticity in a special presentation box.

History

This 2021-coin release was created and produced by the Paris Mint based in France. The coin showcases the Olympic flag handoff from Japan to France. Paris has been booked as the next location for the Summer Olympic games to take place in 2024. France is planning on making it a historical event by having the largest opening ceremony in history, which will take place outdoors along the Seine River rather than in a stadium.

Obverse

The famous Olympic flag handoff event in 2020 is showcased on the obverse of the 2021 Proof French Tokyo to Paris Handover 1/4 oz Gold Coin. This event occurred at the conclusion of the last Games, which were in Tokyo, Japan. At the conclusion of the games, the flag was handed over to France, which is the next host country scheduled for 2024. The Tokyo Tower and Eiffel Tower are also on the obverse to represent both countries.

Reverse

The individual flags for Japan and France are represented in the design featured on the reverse of the 2021 Proof French Tokyo to Paris Handover 1/4 oz Gold Coin. The famous circle on Japans flag has been incorporated into the overlapping ring design from the Olympic logo. The horizontal lines included on the reverse make reference to the French flag.

Ordering

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