Medieval European Gold Florin Hoard from Japan
A collector's hoard of 15 medieval gold florins minted in Florence and Venice during the 14th century, showcasing Renaissance-era designs. This falls under HTS 9705.39.0040 for numismatic collections of historical interest, emphasizing rarity and provenance over bullion value.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
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• Use insured, tamper-evident packaging to prevent damage claims during transit
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