1 Mon "Kan'eitsūhō" Iron alloy; 小 "Ko" reverse ND
| Iron | - | - |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1737-1742 |
| Value | 1 Mon |
| Currency | Mon (683-1953) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#161715 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Lettering: 小
Translation: Ko for Koume-mura
Edge
Plain
Comment
Variants without reverse character exist (DHJ# 4.161).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Mon "Kan'eitsūhō" coin is that it was made of iron, which was a unusual choice for coins at that time, as most coins were made of precious metals like gold, silver, or copper. The use of iron in coinage was seen as a way to reduce the cost of production and make currency more accessible to the general population. This coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Sakuramachi and was used circulation until it was replaced by a new design in 1742. Despite being made of a less valuable material, the 1 Mon "Kan'eitsūhō" coin remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
