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100 Yen - Shōwa Olympics
47 (1972) yearCopper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 12 g | 30 mm |
Issuer | Japan |
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Emperor | Shōwa (1926-1989) |
Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
Year | 47 (1972) |
Calendar | Japanese - Shōwa era |
Value | 100 Yen 100 JPY = USD 0.67 |
Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
Weight | 12 g |
Diameter | 30 mm |
Thickness | 2.45 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#6026 |
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Rarity index | 13% |
Reverse
Value over Olympic rings, date below
Lettering:
1972 札幌
✽ 100 ✽
昭和47年
Translation:
1972 Sapporo
✽ 100 ✽
Year 47 of Shōwa
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 1972 Summer Olympics, also known as the Games of the XX Olympiad, which were held in Munich, West Germany. The coin features a design of a runner on the obverse side, symbolizing the spirit of athleticism and competition that defines the Olympic Games.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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47 (1972) | 30000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Yen - Shōwa (Olympics) 47 (1972) coin.