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1 Shu "Bunsei Isshukin" ND
| Gold (.123) | 1.4 g | - |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1824-1832 |
| Value | 1 Shu (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Ryō (1595-1874) |
| Composition | Gold (.123) |
| Weight | 1.4 g |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | September 1840 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#27002 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Characters for the Mint Official.
Lettering:
光
次
Translation: Mitsutsugu
Engraver: Shozaburo Mitsutsugu
Comment
Edo mint
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Bunsei Isshukin 1 Shu 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 gold 1 Shu coin, which was equivalent to one-tenth of a Ryō, the standard unit of currency at the time. This coin's design features the Chinese character for "shu" (寸) on one side and the Japanese character for "ichi" (一) on the other, signifying its value as one shu. Despite its small denomination, the coin's gold content made it a valuable and sought-after piece in circulation.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1824-1832) | 46723072 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Shu "Bunsei Isshukin" ND (1824-1832) coin.
