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1 Mon "Shōseigenpō" Seal Script ND
| Copper | 2.68 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Nagasaki (Japanese feudal domains) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1668-1685 |
| Value | 1 Mon |
| Currency | Trade Coinage (1659-1685) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.68 g |
| Shape | Round with a square hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#175596 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Plain
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin intimates a China North Song dynasty coin.Destinct form Kyushu coin DHJ# 3.148.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Japanese and Chinese design elements. The obverse side of the coin bears the inscription "Shōseigenpō" in seal script, which is a style of Chinese calligraphy, while the reverse side features a stylized chrysanthemum, a symbol commonly associated with Japanese culture. This blending of design elements reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between Japan and China during the Edo period, when this coin was minted.
