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1 Mon "Taisetsūhō" - Shō Taikyū ND
1457 year| Copper (Cast copper alloy) | - | 23.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Ryukyu (Japan) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1457 |
| Value | 1 Mon |
| Composition | Copper (Cast copper alloy) |
| Diameter | 23.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#288118 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Blank with rim
Edge
Plain
Comment
To cast it, the Yongle Tongbao was used as a prototype with its 永楽 replaced with 大世, resulting in the slight differences in font type between 大世 and 通寶.Interesting fact
The 1 Mon "Taisetsūhō" coin from the Kingdom of Ryukyu (Japan) made of Copper (Cast copper alloy) has a unique feature. It has a square hole in the center, which was used to thread a cord or string through, allowing people to wear it as an amulet or pendant. This feature was common in ancient Japanese coins and was believed to bring good luck and protection to the wearer.
