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2 Bu - Meiji Edo ND
| Gold (.223) (Au 22.3%, Ag 77.7%) | 3.00 g | - |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1868-1869 |
| Value | 2 Bu (½) |
| Currency | Ryō (1595-1874) |
| Composition | Gold (.223) (Au 22.3%, Ag 77.7%) |
| Weight | 3.00 g |
| Size | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#88796 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 44% |
Reverse
Characters for the Mint Official and his signature
Lettering:
光
次
Translation: Mitsutsugu
Comment
Occasionally found in "coin" die alignmentInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Meiji (Edo) 2 Bu coin from Japan is that it was minted during a time of significant cultural and economic change in the country. The Meiji period, which lasted from 1868 to 1912, saw the end of Japan's feudal system and the beginning of its modernization and industrialization. The coin's unique blend of gold (22.3%) and silver (77.7%) reflects the country's shift towards Western-style currency and its desire to establish itself as a major economic power.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1868-1869) | 6403287 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Bu - Meiji (Edo) ND (1868-1869) coin.
