1000 Yen - Heisei (Shimane) 20 (2008) front 1000 Yen - Heisei (Shimane) 20 (2008) back
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1000 Yen - Heisei Shimane

20 (2008) year
Silver (.999) 31.1 g 40.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Japan
Emperor
Heisei (1989-2019)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
20 (2008)
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#19550
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20年

Translation:
60 years of local autonomy
1000 Yen
Year 20 of Heisei

Edge

Slanted reeding right

Comment

The Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine, located in Oda City in the center of Shimane, contains a range of remains that depict the history of mining from 1526, when large-scale mining operations started, to 1923, when the mine closed. Even today, much evidence remains of silver distribution and the lifestyles of the people who worked in the silver industry.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 1000 Yen - Heisei (Shimane) 20 (2008) from Japan made of Silver (.999) weighing 31.1 g is that it features a unique design that represents the Shimane prefecture, which is known for its beautiful natural scenery and rich cultural heritage. The coin's obverse side features a stunning image of the Shimane Prefectural Museum, which is designed to resemble a traditional Japanese castle. The reverse side of the coin features a beautiful image of a Japanese crane, which is a symbol of peace and good luck in Japanese culture. The coin's design is a celebration of the prefecture's rich history and cultural heritage, making it a truly unique and interesting collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
20 (2008)  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 (Shimane) 20 (2008) coin.