1972 Sapporo Olympics Solid 24k Gold Koban Medal (.28 troy oz)

with Box & Papers – Matsumoto Medal Co.

Solid gold commemorative medal issued in connection with the 1972 Sapporo Winter Olympics. 

This piece was struck in a traditional Japanese koban (oval) style and produced by Matsumoto Medal Company, a well-established Japanese manufacturer of medals and commemorative items.

Specifications:  

- Event: 1972 Sapporo Winter Olympics  

- Form: Koban-style (oval) medal  

- Metal: Solid Gold (.999 / 1000 fine)  

- Weight: 0.28 troy ounces (approx.)  

- Manufacturer: Matsumoto Medal Company (Tokyo, Japan)  

- Markings: “1000” fineness mark, Japanese hallmark, “純金” (pure gold), maker’s mark  

- Origin: Japan  

- Date of Production: Circa 1971–1972  

Design Details:  

- Obverse: Olympic rings with “’72 SAPPORO” inscription and traditional Japanese decorative elements  

- Reverse: Plain field with hallmarking and manufacturer stamps  

Included:  

- Original wooden presentation box (kiri wood) with gold lettering  

- Inner display case with blue insert  

- Original paperwork and inserts (Japanese text)  

- Manufacturer cards  

Condition:  

- Medal: Light handling marks consistent with age; no major damage  

- Box & Papers: Complete set; shows normal age/storage wear