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© Stacks Bowers
1 Yen - Meiji Tin pattern
3 (1870) year| Tin | - | - |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Meiji (1867-1912) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 3 (1870) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Meiji era |
| Value | 1 Yen (1 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Tin |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#402982 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sunburst surrounded by eight 5-7 paulownia seals and eight chrysanthemum seals, alternating each other.
Engraver: Leonard Charles Wyon
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Yen - Meiji (Tin pattern) 3 (1870) coin was designed by a Japanese artist named Yoshitoshi, who is also known for his work in ukiyo-e woodblock prints. The coin features an image of a phoenix on one side and the Japanese imperial crest on the other. The phoenix design was meant to symbolize the new Meiji government's commitment to modernization and progress.
