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1000 Yen - Heisei Ōita
24 (2012) year| Silver (.999) | 31.1 g | 40.0 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Heisei (1989-2019) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 24 (2012) |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#123669 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
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24年
Translation:
60 years of local autonomy
1000
Yen
Year 24 of Heisei
Edge
Slanted reeding right
Comment
Usa shrine is the head of Hachiman-gūshrines, a series of more than forty thousand shrines in Japan. In 725, the inner shrine, Ichi–no–Goten, was founded in the same place as present. The existing inner shrines were built in the late 19th century, and were designated as National Treasures of Japan in 1952. In 2012 was the 60th anniversary from the designation.Futabayama: Born in Usa, Ōita (1912∼1968). He was the 35th yokozuna, the highest rank in sumō wrestling. He achieved 69 consecutive victories from 1936 to 1939, which has been the record for more than 70 years. In 1946, at the age of 34, he retired and assumed the sumō elder's name of Tokitsukaze as a sumō coach. Later, he became a chairman of the Japan Sumō Association and made a great contribution to the development of sumō world.
Interesting fact
The 1000 Yen - Heisei (Ōita) 24 (2012) coin from Japan is part of a series of commemorative coins issued by the Japanese government to celebrate the 24th year of the Heisei era. The coin features a unique design that showcases the beauty of Ōita Prefecture, which is known for its natural hot springs, scenic coastlines, and traditional crafts. The coin's obverse side features an image of the Ōita Prefectural Office building, while the reverse side features a stunning representation of the prefecture's famous "Sunset over the Sea" scenery. The coin's silver content and limited mintage make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 (2012) | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1000 Yen - Heisei (Ōita) 24 (2012) coin.
