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1 Shu / 1⁄16 Ryō "Bunsei Nanryō Isshugin" ND
| Silver (.989) | 2.63 g | - |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ninkō (1817-1846) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1829-1837 |
| Value | 1⁄16 Ryō |
| Currency | Ryō (1595-1874) |
| Composition | Silver (.989) |
| Weight | 2.63 g |
| Size | 16.4 × 10.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.9 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Countermarked |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#16679 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
A Fundō (symbol for official weight) with an incuse stamp 定 to the left of it over 4 kanji surrounded by pearl border.
Lettering:
定
常銀
是座
Translation:
Guaranteed
Ginza (Silver Mint)
Jōze (Mint Official)
Edge
Vertical reeding on short sides
Slanted reeding on long sides
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Bunsei Nanryō Isshugin coin is that it was issued during a time of economic reform in Japan, known as the Bunsei period (1818-1830). The government aimed to promote trade and commerce by introducing new currency denominations, such as this coin, which was equivalent to 1/16 of a Ryō, a traditional Japanese unit of currency. This coin was made of silver and weighed 2.63 grams, making it a valuable and reliable form of currency during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1829-1837) | 139915000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Shu / 1⁄16 Ryō "Bunsei Nanryō Isshugin" ND (1829-1837) coin.
