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1 Sen - Shōwa Not issued
20 (1945) year| Porcelain (white) | - | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shōwa (1926-1989) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 20 (1945) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Shōwa era |
| Value | 1 Sen (0.01 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Porcelain (white) |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#27214 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Issuing authority above Paulowina flower
Date below
Lettering:
本日大
年十二和昭
Translation:
Great Japan
Year 20 of Shōwa
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Sen - Shōwa (Not issued) 20 (1945) from Japan made of Porcelain (white) is that it was designed by the renowned Japanese artist, Taro Okamoto, who is known for his modernist sculptures and public art installations. The coin features a unique design that showcases Okamoto's signature style, which combines traditional Japanese aesthetics with modernist sensibilities. The use of porcelain as the material for the coin adds an extra layer of elegance and sophistication to the design, making it a truly distinctive piece for collectors and art enthusiasts.
