10 Sen - Shōwa 2-7 (1927-1932) front 10 Sen - Shōwa 2-7 (1927-1932) back
10 Sen - Shōwa 2-7 (1927-1932) photo
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10 Sen - Shōwa

 
Copper-nickel 3.75 g 22.17 mm
Description
Issuer
Japan
Emperor
Shōwa (1926-1989)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
2-7 (1927-1932)
Calendar
Japanese - Shōwa era
Value
10 Sen (0.10&nbspJPY)
Currency
Yen (1871-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
3.75 g
Diameter
22.17 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round with a round hole
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#14004
Rarity index
14%

Reverse

Flower cartouch around hole and text on wave pattern

Lettering:
· 本 日 大 ·
年 四 和 昭

Translation:
· Great Japan ·
Year 4 of Shōwa

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 10 Sen coin from Japan's Shōwa period (1927-1932) made of copper-nickel has an interesting fact: it was designed by a famous Japanese artist, Taro Okamoto, who is known for his modernist sculptures and monuments. The coin's design features a stylized chrysanthemum, which is a symbol of longevity and good fortune in Japanese culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2 (1927)  36050000 - - - - - -
3 (1928)  41450000 - - - - - -
4 (1929)  10050000 - - - - - -
6 (1931)  1850087 - - - - - -
7 (1932)  23151177 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Sen - Shōwa 2-7 (1927-1932) coin.