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20 Yen - Taishō
| Gold (.900) | 16.67 g | 28.78 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Taishō (1912-1926) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1-9 (1912-1920) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Taishō era |
| Value | 20 Yen (20 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 16.67 g |
| Diameter | 28.78 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#15208 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Radiant sun in flower cartouche surrounded by text, separated by little Paulownia Flower Seals.
Lettering:
年 五 正 大 · 本 日 大
· 圓 十 二 ·
Translation:
Great Japan · Year 5 of Taishō
· 20 yen ·
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 20 Yen coin from Japan's Taishō era (1912-1920) is interesting because it was made of gold (.900) and weighed 16.67 grams, making it a unique and valuable coin among collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (1912) | 177644 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2 (1913) | 869248 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 3 (1914) | 1042890 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 4 (1915) | 1509962 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 5 (1916) | 2376641 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 6 (1917) | 6208885 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 7 (1918) | 3118647 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 8 (1919) | 1531217 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 9 (1920) | 370366 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Yen - Taishō 1-9 (1912-1920) coin.
