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1 Yen - Shōwa
| Brass | 3.2 g | 20.0 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shōwa (1926-1989) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 23-25 (1948-1950) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Shōwa era |
| Value | 1 Yen (1 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 1953 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#5437 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Value within center circle, flanked by dots, issuing authority on top, date on the bottom
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
• 日 本 國 •
1
YEN
昭和二十四年
Translation:
• State of Japan •
Year 24 of Shōwa
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1 Yen coin from Shōwa 23-25 (1948-1950) was made of brass, a copper and zinc alloy, which was a departure from the previous 1 Yen coin that was made of silver. This change in material was due to the post-war economic reforms implemented by the Japanese government, which aimed to promote economic growth and stabilization. The use of brass for the 1 Yen coin was a cost-saving measure, as it was less expensive than silver. Despite the change in material, the coin's design remained the same, featuring the chrysanthemum crest of the Japanese emperor on one side and the value of the coin on the other.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 (1948) | 451170000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 24 (1949) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 25 (1950) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Yen - Shōwa 23-25 (1948-1950) coin.
