It’s a well-known phenomenon that at the end of each Olympic games, the symbolic Olympic flag is handed over to country hosting the next future games. This coin recognizes this special event by showing the handoff from Japan to France, to symbolize the fact that the 2024 Summer Olympic Games are planned to take place in Paris. Currently, the 2021 1/4 oz Proof French Tokyo to Paris Handover Gold Coin can be purchased online from JM Bullion.

Coin Highlights:

• All coins come in a special presentation box!
• Certificate of Authenticity is included!
• Limited mintage of only 1,000 coins!
• Includes a special proof finish.
• Contains 1/4 Troy oz of .999 pure gold.
• Coin holds a face value of 50 Euros and is fully backed by the French government.
• On the obverse of the coin is the Olympic handover event.
• The reverse shows the flags of France and Japan.

The 2021 1/4 oz Proof French Tokyo to Paris Handover Gold Coin has been struck in 99.9% fine gold and comes with a limited mintage of 1,000 coins. This coin release features a special proof finish, meaning that the designs shown on the coins are frosted while the backgrounds appear mirrored. When you order from JM Bullion, your coin will arrive in a special presentation box with a Certificate of Authenticity included with each order.

The Mint of Paris based in France has released this special coin release for 2021 to showcase the special Olympic flag handoff between Japan and France. Paris has been booked as the location for the 2024 Summer Olympic games for years now, and the country is sure to make it truly historical. The opening ceremony is planned to take place outdoors along the Seine River rather than in a stadium, and will likely be the largest opening ceremony in history.

The obverse of the 2021 1/4 oz Proof French Tokyo to Paris Handover Gold Coin shows the 2020 handover event from Japan to France. This occurred at the end of the last Olympic Games in Tokyo, when the Olympic flag was handed to the next games’ host. The Tokyo Tower and Eiffel Tower are seen in the background to further represent each country.

The reverse of the 2021 1/4 oz Proof French Tokyo to Paris Handover Gold Coin combines the unique designs of the Japanese and French flags. The circle that’s known from the Japanese flag is combined with the overlapping ring design of the Olympic logo, and the French flag is shown in the horizontal lines on the right of the reverse. “PARIS 2024” is also shown on the reverse.

Our team at JM Bullion is here to help if you have any questions about these gold coins for sale. Contact us today via email, online live chat, or by phone at 800-276-6508.