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4 Mon "Kan'eitsūhō" Iron alloy; 盛 reverse ND
| Iron | 4.14 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1866-1869 |
| Value | 4 Mon |
| Currency | Mon (683-1953) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 4.14 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Cast |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#161847 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
11 waves, with character 盛 on top of hole
Lettering: 盛
Translation: Mori for Morioka
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Mon "Kan'eitsūhō" coin is that it was part of a series of coins introduced during the Meiji Restoration, a time of significant social and political change in Japan. The coin's design, featuring the Chinese character for "prosperity" on the reverse side, reflects the government's aim to promote economic growth and stability during this period.
