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5 Rin - Taishō
| Bronze | 2.1 g | 18.787 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Taishō (1912-1926) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 5-8 (1916-1919) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Taishō era |
| Value | 5 Rin (0.005 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.1 g |
| Diameter | 18.787 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#13997 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 18% |
Reverse
Paulowina Flower (Government & Prime Minister Seal of Japan)
Lettering:
❀ 本 日 大 ❀
年 五 正 大
Translation:
❀ Great Japan ❀
Year 5 of Taishō
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Rin coin from the Taishō era (1916-1919) was designed by a Japanese artist named Kōno Bairei, who was known for his work in the traditional Japanese style of painting. The coin features an image of a phoenix on one side and the Japanese imperial crest on the other. The phoenix design was meant to symbolize good luck and prosperity for the Japanese people.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 (1916) | 8000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 6 (1917) | 5287584 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 7 (1918) | 11661877 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 8 (1919) | 17130539 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Rin - Taishō 5-8 (1916-1919) coin.
