Global K-pop sensation BTS is marking its 10th anniversary in style. The Korea Minting and Security Printing Corporation (KOMSCO) has launched the BTS 10th Anniversary Medals. They are available domestically and internationally. These limited-edition medals aren’t regular commemorative items; they’re a nice blend of art, sentiment, and technology.
The medals released this time are the second edition, and they’re unique as they have portraits of all BTS members, making it a collector’s dream. What’s even more intriguing is the use of advanced technology and a new design approach. Since only 2,000 gold and 49,000 silver medals are available as global limited editions, people expect the BTS 10th Anniversary Medals to be in high demand.
The gold medal, a first of its kind, comes in the form of an A5-sized poster. It shows the members of BTS in all their glory, with intricate carvings as fine as 10 micrometers. The BTS logo and the words “10th Anniversary” are prominently displayed, along with micro-text and security patterns in the background. The micro-text lists 10 of the group’s representative songs that defined the band’s journey, from “No More Dream” to “Yet to Come – The Most Beautiful Moment.”
On the other hand, the silver medal is as big as a CD. It captures the essence of each member with the intaglio technique, renowned for its precision in currency security. The border is engraved with “10th Anniversary” and the stage names of all seven BTS members.
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If you’re eager to own one of the BTS 10th Anniversary Medals, the gold one costs 4.9 million KRW (approximately 3,680.23 USD) and the silver medal sells for 220,000 KRW (approximately 165.23 USD). You can buy them from outlets such as the Korea Minting and Security Printing Corporation’s shopping mall, Weverse Shop, and Hyundai H Mall. International fans can turn to country-specific dealers like Panda America and Singapore Mint.
During this sales period, the 1st edition commemorative medals, which set records last December, will be up for grabs in limited quantities. To offer fans a look at the BTS 10th Anniversary Medals’ creation process, the Korea Minting and Security Printing Corporation released a making-of video. Additionally, they set up an exhibition space for fans to see the medals in person.
방탄소년단 데뷔 10주년 기념메달 2차 출시 | BTS 10th Anniversary Commemorative Medal(2nd)
In a heartwarming gesture, KOMSCO will donate a portion of the proceeds from the medals’ sales to UNICEF. Korea Minting and Security Printing Corporation CEO Bahn Jahng-Shick expressed his enthusiasm. He said, “This commemorative medal has been designed to realistically and beautifully capture BTS members’ portraits in honor of their 10th anniversary.”
The BTS 10th Anniversary Medals are not just tokens of appreciation. They’re a testament to the group’s decade-long journey. They symbolize the love and admiration of millions of ARMY worldwide. – K-Pop News Writer
Featured Image: KOMSCO Design Research Center Associate Researcher Choi Hyun Jung played a big part the making of the medals. Source: YouTube/@prkomsco.
