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2 Bu "Bunsei Nibukin" regular script ND
| Gold (.563) (Au 56.3%, Ag 43.7%) | 6.52 g | - |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1818-1828 |
| Value | 2 Bu (½) |
| Currency | Ryō (1595-1874) |
| Composition | Gold (.563) (Au 56.3%, Ag 43.7%) |
| Weight | 6.52 g |
| Size | 21 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 19 November 1835 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#16373 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Characters for the Mint Official and his signature
Lettering:
文
光
次
Translation: Mitsutsugu
Engraver: Shozaburo Mitsutsugu
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Bunsei Nibukin coin is that it was issued during a time of economic reform in Japan, known as the Bunsei period (1818-1830). The government aimed to stimulate the economy by introducing new currency, including this gold coin, which was worth 2 bu. The coin's design features the Chinese character for "treasure" or "wealth," reflecting the government's goal of promoting prosperity and stability through its currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1818-1828) | 5972044 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Bu "Bunsei Nibukin" (regular script) ND (1818-1828) coin.
