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10 Yen - Meiji
| Gold (.900) | 8.33 g | 21.21 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Meiji (1867-1912) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 30-43 (1897-1910) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Meiji era |
| Value | 10 Yen (10 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 8.33 g |
| Diameter | 21.21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#15188 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Radiant sun in flower cartouche surrounded by text, separated by little Paulownia Flower Seals.
Lettering:
年 二 十 四 治 明 · 本 日 大
· 圓 十 ·
Translation:
Great Japan · Year 42 of Meiji
· 10 yen ·
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Yen Meiji 30-43 coin is that it was minted during a time of significant cultural and economic change in Japan. The Meiji period, which lasted from 1868 to 1912, saw the country rapidly modernize and industrialize, and the introduction of a new currency system was part of this process. The 10 Yen coin was one of the first coins to be introduced under this new system, and it was designed to be a symbol of Japan's newfound economic power and modernity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 (1897) | 2422146 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 31 (1898) | 3176134 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 32 (1899) | 1743006 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 33 (1900) | 1114776 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 34 (1901) | 1654682 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 35 (1902) | 3023940 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 36 (1903) | 2902184 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 37 (1904) | 724548 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 40 (1907) | 157684 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 41 (1908) | 1160674 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 42 (1909) | 2165660 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 43 (1910) | 8982 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Yen - Meiji 30-43 (1897-1910) coin.
