1000 Yen - Heisei (Kumamoto) 23 (2011) front 1000 Yen - Heisei (Kumamoto) 23 (2011) back
1000 Yen - Heisei (Kumamoto) 23 (2011) photo
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1000 Yen - Heisei Kumamoto

23 (2011) year
Silver (.999) 31.1 g 40.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Japan
Emperor
Heisei (1989-2019)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
23 (2011)
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
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#67047
Rarity index
83%

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23年

Translation:
60 years of local autonomy
1000 Yen
Year 23 of Heisei

Edge

Slanted reeding

Comment

Mt. Aso is an active volcano featuring one of the world's largest calderas. That's why the coin shows the mountain emitting clouds of smoke.

Interesting fact

The 1000 Yen - Heisei (Kumamoto) 23 (2011) coin from Japan features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stunning image of a Japanese Phoenix, also known as the "Ho-Oo," which is a mythical bird that symbolizes good fortune, prosperity, and longevity in Japanese culture. The Phoenix is surrounded by intricate details and patterns that add to the coin's beauty and collectibility.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
23 (2011)  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 (Kumamoto) 23 (2011) coin.