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2 Rin - Meiji
18 (1885) year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Meiji (1867-1912) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 18 (1885) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Meiji era |
| Value | 2 Rin (0.002 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#27191 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Big kanji for the denomination
Lettering:
二
厘
Translation:
2
Rin
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 2 Rin coin was designed by a Japanese artist named Tsukasa Kunitake, who was also a renowned sculptor and art teacher. He was commissioned by the Japanese government to create a new design for the 2 Rin coin, which was intended to be used as a prototype for future coinage. The coin features an intricate design that includes a dragon and a phoenix, which are symbols of good luck and prosperity in Japanese culture. The coin's design was meant to reflect the country's rich cultural heritage and its commitment to modernization and progress.
