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1 Mon "Jōwashōhō" - Ninmyō ND
| Copper | 2.2 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ninmyō (833-850) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 833-850 |
| Value | 1 Cash |
| Currency | Mon (683-1953) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | 25 November 0987 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#141326 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Plain
Edge
Plain
Comment
Large size : 23 mm
Smaple coin is DHJ# 1.47
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Mon "Jōwashōhō" - Ninmyō ND (833-850) from Japan made of Copper weighing 2.2 g is that it features a unique blend of Buddhist and Shintoist imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts a Buddhist temple, while the reverse side features a Shinto shrine, reflecting the syncretic nature of Japanese religion during the time period.
