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1 Sen - Shōwa 23mm Aluminium Pattern
13 (1938) year| Aluminium | - | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shōwa (1926-1989) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 13 (1938) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Shōwa era |
| Value | 1 Sen (0.01 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#165180 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Crow facing left on cloud background
Lettering:
❀ 本 日 大 ❀
年 三 十 和 昭
Translation:
❀ Great Japan ❀
Shōwa Year 13
Interesting fact
This coin was designed by the renowned Japanese artist, Taro Okamoto, who is known for his modernist sculptures and coin designs. The Pattern 1 Sen coin features a unique blend of traditional Japanese design elements, such as the chrysanthemum crest, with modernist influences, making it a rare and valuable collector's item.
