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1 Sen - Taishō Pattern
5 (1916) year| Bronze (Cu 94% Sn 4.4% Zn 1.6%) | 3.78 g | - |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Taishō (1912-1926) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 5 (1916) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Taishō era |
| Value | 1 Sen (0.01 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Bronze (Cu 94% Sn 4.4% Zn 1.6%) |
| Weight | 3.78 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#165178 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Paulownia Flower Seal (Government Seal of Japan)
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Sen - Taishō (Pattern) 5 (1916) from Japan is that it was designed by a Japanese artist named Taro Okamoto, who was known for his modernist sculptures and coin designs. The coin's design features a stylized chrysanthemum, which is a symbol of longevity and good fortune in Japanese culture.
