Japanese accessory brand U-TREASURE, known for creating jewelry and accessories based on various anime, manga, and video games, announced today (the 17th) its latest product, an ultra-cute, ultra-mini, and perfectly suited for gold jewelry item: "Kanegon Pure Gold Figurine" (tentative translation, カネゴン 純金フィギュア), and has opened pre-orders! Shipping is scheduled to begin in December 2024, with a limited run of 500 units, priced at 55,000 JPY (tax included).
Kanegon, who first appeared in "Ultra Q" (ウルトラQ) in 1966, is a coin monster standing 2 meters tall and weighing 200 kilograms. It must consume money to sustain its life energy, and its mouth resembles a zippered wallet. On its left chest, there's a money counter that displays the amount consumed, making it a popular monster full of humor and childlike charm! Kanegon has also appeared in subsequent "Ultraman" works; in "Ultraman Z," Kanegon accidentally swallowed an Ultraman badge and was seen carrying a small wallet on its body, which was incredibly cute.
This Kanegon, crafted from K24 pure gold, measures an ultra-small 1 cm in height! Beyond the material itself being a fun nod to Kanegon's money-eating nature, considerable effort has been put into the figurine's design. It not only faithfully recreates its slender eyes, head combining elements of an anglerfish and a toad, and pointed tail, but also features incredibly detailed layered textures on its body. Turning it over, you can even see the K24 engraving. Displayed within the included wooden collector's box, it truly exudes an extraordinary and distinguished visual effect.
Ultraman «Limited to 500 Units» [Kanegon] Pure Gold Figurine
Suggested Retail Price: ¥55,000 (tax included)
Product Specifications: Approximately 1.2 cm tall
Material: K24YG
Limited Quantity: 500 units
Estimated Shipping Date: December 2024
Source: U-TREASURE