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1000 Yen - Heisei Nagano
21 (2009) year| Silver (.999) | 31.1 g | 40.0 mm |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#19553 |
|---|---|
| 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
Nagano is famous as the site for the 1998 Winter Olympics. This 4th largest prefecture is located in the central region of Japan's mainland and faces 8 prefectures, the largest number among other prefectures. Nagano is surrounded by mountains standing 3000 m above the sea level, and they are called the Japan Alps.Interesting fact
The 1000 Yen - Heisei (Nagano) 21 (2009) coin from Japan features a unique design that commemorates the 21st Winter Olympic Games, which were held in Nagano, Japan in 1998. The coin's obverse side features a stylized image of a snowflake, while the reverse side depicts a skier in mid-jump, set against a backdrop of snow-covered mountains. The coin's design is not only visually striking, but it also serves as a symbol of Japan's commitment to hosting international sporting events and promoting winter sports.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 (2009) | 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 (Nagano) 21 (2009) coin.
