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10 Sen (Pattern) ND
Silver | 2.25 g | 17.57 mm |
Issuer | Japan |
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Type | Pattern |
Value | 10 Sen (0.10 JPY) |
Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 2.25 g |
Diameter | 17.57 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#284347 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Value
Lettering: 10 SEN
Interesting fact
Did you know that the Pattern 10 Sen coin was designed by a Japanese artist named Kōsaku Hirota? Hirota was a renowned sculptor and medalist who also designed several other coins and medals for Japan, including the 1964 Tokyo Olympic Games commemorative coins. The Pattern 10 Sen coin features a unique blend of traditional Japanese design elements, such as the chrysanthemum crest, and modernist influences, making it a fascinating piece of numismatic history.