© PCGS
© PCGS
1 Yen - Meiji small type
| Silver (.900) | 26.96 g | 38.1 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Meiji (1867-1912) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 20-45 (1887-1912) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Meiji era |
| Value | 1 Yen (1 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 26.96 g |
| Diameter | 38.1 mm |
| Thickness | 2.76 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#5505 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 17% |
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
Engraver: Kano Natsuo
Designer: Kano Natsuo
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Counterstamped versions with 銀 (silver) of coins from M20 - M30 exist
Counterstamped on the left side of denomination - Y# 28a.2
Counterstamped on the right side of denomination - Y# 28a.5
