© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
1 Mon "Gentsūgenpō" ND
| Copper | 2.31 g | - |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1333-1568 |
| Value | 1 Mon |
| Currency | Mon (683-1953) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.31 g |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#175771 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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Edge
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Comment
This mystery piece are believed to be either bita-sen, or illegal private-made piece. The quality and inscription design is too bad to be a coin.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Mon "Gentsūgenpō" ND (1333-1568) from Japan made of Copper weighing 2.31 g is that it was used as a form of currency during the Muromachi period in Japan, which was a time of great cultural and economic change in the country. The coin was first introduced in 1333 and was used until 1568, making it a significant part of Japan's monetary system for over 200 years.
