Astro Boy Birth 2003 Sierra Leone 150 Dollar Silver Proof Coin 1kg, Colour Printed, Wooden Stand
Astro Boy Birth 2003 Sierra Leone 150 Dollar Silver Proof Coin 1kg, Colour Printed, Wooden Stand
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A birthday struck in silver
For the collector who marks 7 April 2003 as a date in real history.
Best for: Tezuka and character collections
Condition notes
Coin unopened in its capsule, without scratches or toning. Paper box with small tears.
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A one kilogram silver proof struck for Astro Boy's birthday in 2003: legal tender of Sierra Leone at 150 dollars, from an issue of 2,003.
The Piece
The reverse shows Astro Boy with his sister Uran, his brother Cobalt and Professor Ochanomizu printed in colour against a mirrored field of stars, under the legend ASTRO BOY and the date 2003.04.07, with the signature of Osamu Tezuka reproduced beside them. The obverse carries the arms of the Republic of Sierra Leone. The coin sits sealed in its clear capsule, which has not been opened, and rests in a fitted wooden stand.
No scratches or toning to the silver are noted. The paper outer box has some tears.
Astro Boy, 7 April 2003
In the original story Astro Boy is switched on for the first time on 7 April 2003. When that date finally arrived Japan treated it as a real birthday: a new television series, exhibitions, a commemorative medal programme and a flood of licensed objects marked the day. Pieces made for the occasion, and the earlier merchandise that led up to it, are now collected as a record of how deeply Osamu Tezuka's character is woven into Japanese life.
Details
- Issuer: Republic of Sierra Leone
- Face value: 150 dollars
- Year: 2003
- Metal: Silver, proof finish with colour print
- Weight: 1 kg (35.3 oz)
- Issue: 2,003 pieces
- Accessories: Capsule, wooden stand, paper box
Sizes are measured by hand; please allow a small margin.
Condition
- Coin unopened in its capsule, without scratches or toning.
- Paper box with small tears.
- Every photograph is part of the description.
Condition grade A (excellent) on the Japanese scale; see Japanese condition ranks, explained.
Authenticity & Care
Maker, date and completeness are as the photographs show. Examined and photographed in Japan before dispatch.
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