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1 Yen - Meiji
34 (1901) year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Meiji (1867-1912) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 34 (1901) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Meiji era |
| Value | 1 Yen (1 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#27195 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Chrysanthemum Flower (Coat of Arms & Emperor's Royal Seal)
Branches of Paulownia Flower (Heart shaped leaf) and Chrysanthemum Flower on either side of the value
Lettering:
一
圓
Translation:
1
Yen
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Yen coin was designed by a Japanese artist named Tsukuru Uchida, who was also a renowned sculptor and painter. He was commissioned by the Japanese government to create a new design for the 1 Yen coin, which would be the first coin to be minted in silver under the new Meiji government. Uchida's design featured a dragon on one side and the Japanese imperial crest on the other, symbolizing the country's rich cultural heritage and its connection to the imperial dynasty. The coin was minted in 1901 and was used as a pattern coin, meaning it was not circulated widely but was instead used as a sample for other mints to produce the final version. Today, the Pattern 1 Yen coin is highly sought after by collectors for its historical significance and rarity, making it a valuable addition to any coin collection.
