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1 Yen - Meiji
3 (1870) year| Silver (.900) | 26.96 g | 38.58 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Meiji (1867-1912) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 3 (1870) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Meiji era |
| Value | 1 Yen (1 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 26.96 g |
| Diameter | 38.58 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#15183 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 51% |
Reverse
Sunburst crest within beaded circle and wreath, chrysanthemum between two paulownia flowers above
Engraver: Kano Natsuo
Designer: Kano Natsuo
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Types have differences in 圓 characterUsed mainly for trade and is often seen with Chinese chopmarks.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Yen - Meiji 3 (1870) coin from Japan is that it was the first coin to be issued by the newly established Japanese government after the Meiji Restoration of 1868. The Meiji Restoration was a revolution that overthrew the Tokugawa shogunate, which had ruled Japan for over 250 years, and established a new government based on Western models. The introduction of this coin marked a significant shift in Japan's monetary system, as it replaced the traditional system of using cowry shells and other objects as currency with a modern, standardized coinage system.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 (1870) | 3685049 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Yen - Meiji 3 (1870) coin.
