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100 Mon "Morioka-Dōzan" ND
1866 year| Copper (Copper alloy) | - | - |
| Issuer | Morioka Domain (Japanese feudal domains) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1866 |
| Value | 100 Mon |
| Currency | Mon (1866) |
| Composition | Copper (Copper alloy) |
| Shape | Oval (With a square hole) |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#16682 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Four vertical characters (value) divided by hole
Lettering:
百
文
通
用
Translation:
100
Mon
Current
Use
Comment
A local coin in the shape of a Tenpo. May only be a trial as it is very rare.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Morioka-Dōzan 100 Mon coin is that it features a unique blend of traditional Japanese design and Western-style numismatic techniques. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of a phoenix, which is a symbol of good fortune and prosperity in Japanese culture, while the reverse side features a wreath of paulownia leaves, a common motif in Japanese art and architecture. This blending of styles reflects the cultural exchange and modernization that occurred in Japan during the late Edo period, when the coin was minted.