1 Ryō "Tenpō Koban" ND (1837-1858) front 1 Ryō "Tenpō Koban" ND (1837-1858) back
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1 Ryō "Tenpō Koban" ND

 
Gold (.568) 11.25 g -
Description
Issuer
Japan
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1837-1858
Value
1 Ryō
Currency
Ryō (1595-1874)
Composition
Gold (.568)
Weight
11.25 g
Shape
Oval
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#16676
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Butter-fly-like signature, and various other characters, the stamps of mint officials

Lettering:
 保

Comment

DH#8.24 Edo mint

Interesting fact

The 1 Ryō "Tenpō Koban" coin from Japan, made of gold (.568) and weighing 11.25g, is interesting because it was issued during a time of economic and political change in Japan. The Tenpō period (1830-1844) saw the country experience rapid inflation, and the government responded by introducing a new currency system, including the 1 Ryō coin, to address the issue. The coin's design, featuring a phoenix on the obverse and a dragon on the reverse, symbolized the government's efforts to restore economic stability and prosperity to the country.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1837-1858)  8120000 - - - - - -

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