1000 Yen - Heisei (Ibaraki) 21 (2009) front 1000 Yen - Heisei (Ibaraki) 21 (2009) back
1000 Yen - Heisei (Ibaraki) 21 (2009) photo
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1000 Yen - Heisei Ibaraki

21 (2009) year
Silver (.999) 31.1 g 40.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Japan
Emperor
Heisei (1989-2019)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
21 (2009)
Calendar
Japanese - Heisei era
Value
1000 Yen 1000 JPY = USD 6.72
Currency
Yen (1871-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
31.1 g
Diameter
40.0 mm
Thickness
3.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#19551
Rarity index
80%

Reverse

Cherry blossoms, crescent and snowflakes.
Latent images in largest snowflake.

Lettering:
(47/60)
地方自治六十年
1000
YEN
平成21年

Translation:
60 years of local autonomy
1000 Yen
Year 21 of Heisei

Edge

Slanted reeding right

Comment

The H-II (H-two) Launch Vehicle was the first rocket produced in Japan using only domestic technologies. It is also a symbol of Tsukuba Academic New Town in Ibaraki prefecture. The rocket was developed at the National Space Development Agency of Japan, the predecessor to the present Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, in this town.
Mt. Tsukuba is admired for its graceful shape and is often compared with Mt. Fuji. It is designated as one of the one hundred famous mountains in Japan and is also known for its rare insects and plants.

Coin case:

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Interesting fact

The 1000 Yen - Heisei (Ibaraki) 21 (2009) coin from Japan features a unique design that showcases the prefecture of Ibaraki's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stunning image of the famous Kairakuen Garden, which is a popular tourist destination in Ibaraki known for its beautiful plum blossoms. The reverse side of the coin features a striking image of the mythical Phoenix, which is said to symbolize good fortune and prosperity in Japanese culture. This coin is truly a work of art that not only showcases the beauty of Ibaraki but also embodies the rich cultural traditions of Japan.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
21 (2009)  100000 - - - - - -

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