© Japan Mint
© Japan Mint
1000 Yen - Reiwa 150 years Japan post
3 (2021) year| Silver (.999) | 31.1 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Reiwa (2019-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 3 (2021) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Reiwa era |
| Value | 1000 Yen 1000 JPY = USD 6.72 |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#284170 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Entrance to the former Tokyo Central Post Office surrounded by legend.
Lettering:
郵 便 制 度 150 年
TOKYO CENTRAL POST OFFICE
〒
• 1000 Yen • 令 和 3 年 •
Translation:
150 years postal system
Year 3 of Reiwa
Edge
Slanted reeding.
Comment
The depicted mailbox type was introduced in 1949 and the work scene is based on "Picture Scroll of the Postal Industry, No. 6" from the 1890s.The 〒 symbol on the reverse symbolizes a Katakana テ (te) the first letter of 逓信省 [teishinshō] “Ministry of Communication", denoting a post office.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 150th anniversary of Japan Post, which was established in 1871. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Emperor Naruhito, while the reverse side features an image of a mailbox and a stamp, symbolizing the history and evolution of Japan's postal service. The coin's design is a nod to the country's rich history and culture, and serves as a reminder of the important role that the postal service has played in connecting people and communities across Japan.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 (2021) | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1000 Yen - Reiwa (150 years Japan post) 3 (2021) coin.
