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1 Ryō "Hōei Koban" Reverse 乾 KEN ND
| Gold (.834) | 9.34 g | - |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1710-1714 |
| Value | 1 Ryō |
| Currency | Ryō (1595-1874) |
| Composition | Gold (.834) |
| Weight | 9.34 g |
| Shape | Oval |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#87747 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Butter-fly-like signature, and various other characters, the stamps of mint officials
Lettering: 乾
Translation: Ken
Comment
Also called 乾字小判 KENJI KOBAN; lit. Ken character koban.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ryō "Hōei Koban" coin is that it was issued during a time of economic reform in Japan, known as the Hōei era (1704-1711), which aimed to stabilize the country's economy and combat inflation. The coin's design, featuring a reverse inscription of "乾 KEN" (meaning "heavenly justice" or "heavenly balance"), symbolized the government's efforts to restore balance and harmony to the economy.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1710-1714) | 11515500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Ryō "Hōei Koban" (Reverse 乾 KEN) ND (1710-1714) coin.
