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100 Yen - Shōwa Osaka Expo
45 (1970) year| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 9 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shōwa (1926-1989) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 45 (1970) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Shōwa era |
| Value | 100 Yen 100 JPY = USD 0.67 |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 9 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#9585 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Expo emblem in center with value above and date below
Scripts: Chinese (traditional, regular script), Latin
Lettering:
100 YEN
EXPO 70
昭和45年
Translation: Year 45 of Shōwa
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Originally planned 30M, but extra 10M was added due to popularity.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 100 Yen - Shōwa (Osaka Expo) 45 (1970) coin from Japan is that it was designed by renowned Japanese artist, Taro Okamoto, who is known for his modernist sculptures and public art installations. The coin's design features a stylized depiction of the Expo '70 logo, which was held in Osaka, Japan in 1970. The coin's unique design and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and enthusiasts of Japanese culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 (1970) | 40000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Yen - Shōwa (Osaka Expo) 45 (1970) coin.
