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1 Ryо̄ "Keichо̄ Koban" ND
| Gold (.857) (85.7% Gold / 14.3% Silver) | 17.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1601-1695 |
| Value | 1 Ryō |
| Currency | Ryō (1595-1874) |
| Composition | Gold (.857) (85.7% Gold / 14.3% Silver) |
| Weight | 17.8 g |
| Shape | Oval |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#398714 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Chinese (traditional, regular script)
Comment
Features that different from other Koban:
- No era mark on reverse.
- fine horizontal reeds on obverse, reeds overlap other marks.
- only one official mark on reverse.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ryо̄ "Keichо̄ Koban" ND (1601-1695) coin from Japan is that it was minted during a time of great cultural and economic change in Japan. The Keichо̄ period, which spanned from 1601 to 1695, saw the rise of the Tokugawa shogunate, a feudal regime that ruled Japan for over 250 years. During this time, Japan's economy grew significantly, and the production of coins like the 1 Ryо̄ "Keichо̄ Koban" helped to facilitate trade and commerce. The coin's unique blend of gold (85.7%) and silver (14.3%) also reflects the precious metal resources available in Japan during this period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1601-1695) | 14727055 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Ryо̄ "Keichо̄ Koban" ND (1601-1695) coin.
