100 Yen - Shōwa 32-33 (1957-1958) front 100 Yen - Shōwa 32-33 (1957-1958) back
100 Yen - Shōwa 32-33 (1957-1958) photo
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100 Yen - Shōwa

 
Silver (.600) (60% Silver, 30% Copper and 10% Zinc.) 4.8 g 22.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Japan
Emperor
Shōwa (1926-1989)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
32-33 (1957-1958)
Calendar
Japanese - Shōwa era
Value
100 Yen 100 JPY = USD 0.67
Currency
Yen (1871-date)
Composition
Silver (.600) (60% Silver, 30% Copper and 10% Zinc.)
Weight
4.8 g
Diameter
22.6 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#6843
Rarity index
9%

Reverse

Radiant sun in sakura-cartouche surrounded by text

Lettering: 昭和 三十二年 100 YEN

Translation: Year 32 of Shōwa

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 100 Yen - Shōwa 32-33 (1957-1958) coin from Japan is that it was minted during a time of significant economic growth and change in Japan. The coin was issued during the Shōwa period, which saw Japan's economy rapidly expand and become more industrialized. This period of growth and modernization had a profound impact on Japanese society and culture, and the coin serves as a tangible reminder of this important time in Japanese history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
32 (1957)  30000000 - - - - - -
33 (1958)  70000000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Yen - Shōwa 32-33 (1957-1958) coin.