© PCGS
© PCGS
1 Sen - Shōwa Pattern
20 (1945) year| Brass | - | - |
| 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 | Brass |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#409989 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Authority inscribed vertically in center with date below.
Lettering:
大
日
本
年十二和昭
Translation:
Great
Japan
Year 20 of Shōwa
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Sen coin was designed by Japanese artist and engraver, Taro Okamoto, who is also known for his iconic sculpture, "Tower of the Sun," which was featured in the 1970 World's Fair in Osaka, Japan.
