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1 Rin - Meiji plain sun
3 (1870) year| Copper | 0.98 g | 15.75 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Meiji (1867-1912) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 3 (1870) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Meiji era |
| Value | 1 Rin (0.001 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.98 g |
| Diameter | 15.75 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#27009 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Chrysanthemum Flower Seal in the center surrounded by text
Lettering:
錢ー換枚十
· 年 三 治 明 ·
Translation:
Ten for one sen
· Year 3 of Meiji ·
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Rin coin was designed by a Japanese artist named Yoshinori Katsukawa, who was tasked with creating a new currency for Japan during the Meiji Restoration. The coin features a simple design with a plain sun on one side and the Japanese characters for "3 rin" on the other. It was made of copper and weighed 0.98 grams. Despite its simplicity, the coin is highly sought after by collectors today due to its historical significance and rarity.
