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5 Rin - Meiji
32 (1899) year| Bronze | 3.75 g | 21.6 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Meiji (1867-1912) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 32 (1899) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Meiji era |
| Value | 5 Rin (0.005 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.75 g |
| Diameter | 21.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#27194 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Paulownia crest within vine wreath, chrysanthemum below
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Rin coin was designed by a Japanese artist named Toshikazu Kawaji, who was also a renowned sculptor and art teacher. He was known for his work in creating sculptures that reflected Japanese culture and history, and his design for the Pattern 5 Rin coin is considered one of his most notable works. The coin features an image of a phoenix on one side and the Japanese imperial crest on the other, symbolizing the country's rich cultural heritage and its connection to the natural world.
