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1 Sen - Taishō Pattern
4 (1915) year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Taishō (1912-1926) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 4 (1915) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Taishō era |
| Value | 1 Sen (0.01 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#27197 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Value between chrysanthemum flower above and paulownia flower below
Lettering: 錢 一
Translation: 1 Sen
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Sen - Taishō (Pattern) 4 (1915) coin from Japan made of Copper is interesting because it was designed with a unique blend of traditional Japanese and Western influences. The obverse features the imperial chrysanthemum crest, while the reverse bears the inscription "大日本•四分•昭和•年" (Great Japan, 4th year of Showa) in a Western-style font. This blending of styles reflects the cultural shift that Japan was undergoing during the Taishō period (1912-1926), as the country transitioned from a feudal society to a modern, industrialized nation.
