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1 Bu "Enbukin" ND
1589 year| Gold (.843) | 4.50 g | - |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1589 |
| Value | 1 Bu (¼) |
| Currency | Ryō (1595-1874) |
| Composition | Gold (.843) |
| Weight | 4.50 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290598 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Bu "Enbukin" ND (1589) from Japan made of Gold (.843) weighing 4.50 g is that it was issued during the reign of Emperor Go-Yozei, who was the 107th emperor of Japan and ruled from 1586 to 1611. This coin was part of a new currency system introduced during his reign, which aimed to stabilize the economy and promote trade. The coin's design features the Chinese character "En" (円) which means "round" or "circle," representing the coin's shape, and "Bu" (分) which means "分" or "part," indicating its denomination. The coin's gold content and unique design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
