½ Yen - Meiji (Copper pattern) 3 (1870) front ½ Yen - Meiji (Copper pattern) 3 (1870) back
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½ Yen - Meiji Copper pattern

3 (1870) year
Copper - -
Description
Issuer
Japan
Emperor
Meiji (1867-1912)
Type
Pattern
Year
3 (1870)
Calendar
Japanese - Meiji era
Value
½ Yen (½&nbspJPY)
Currency
Yen (1871-date)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#285846
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Sunburst surrounded by 5-7 paulownia seals and chrysanthemum seals, alternating each other.

Interesting fact

The Pattern ½ Yen - Meiji (Copper pattern) 3 (1870) from Japan made of Copper is a rare and highly sought-after coin among collectors. It is interesting to note that this coin was never officially circulated or released by the Japanese government, but rather was minted as a pattern coin for testing and experimental purposes. As a result, only a small number of these coins were produced, making them highly valuable and sought after by collectors.