© PCGS
© PCGS
10 Sen - Shōwa Copper Pattern
13 (1938) year| Copper (Cu 99.8%) | 3.69 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shōwa (1926-1989) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 13 (1938) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Shōwa era |
| Value | 10 Sen (0.10 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Copper (Cu 99.8%) |
| Weight | 3.69 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#284340 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Flower cartouch flanked by two wings and rice stalks, issuing authority on top, date below
Lettering:
本 日 大
年 三 十 和 昭
Translation:
Great Japan
Year 13 of Shōwa
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 10 Sen - Shōwa (Copper Pattern) 13 (1938) from Japan is that it was designed by the famous Japanese artist, Taro Okamoto, who is known for his iconic sculptures and monuments throughout Japan, including the Tower of the Sun, which was built for the 1970 World's Fair in Osaka.
