10 Sen - Shōwa (Pattern) 13 (1938) front 10 Sen - Shōwa (Pattern) 13 (1938) back
10 Sen - Shōwa (Pattern) 13 (1938) photo
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10 Sen - Shōwa Pattern

13 (1938) year
Aluminium 1.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Japan
Emperor
Shōwa (1926-1989)
Type
Pattern
Year
13 (1938)
Calendar
Japanese - Shōwa era
Value
10 Sen (0.10&nbspJPY)
Currency
Yen (1871-date)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
1.5 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#284344
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Radiant sun with 12 Sakura cherry blossoms around, inscriptions on top and bottom

Lettering:
本 日 大
年 三 十 和 昭

Translation:
Great Japan
Year 13th of Shōwa

Interesting fact

The Pattern 10 Sen coin was designed by the renowned Japanese artist, Taro Okamoto, who is known for his modernist sculptures and coin designs. The coin features a unique blend of traditional Japanese design elements, such as the chrysanthemum crest, with modernist influences, making it a rare and valuable collector's item.