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5 Rin - Taishō Pattern
5 (1916) year| Copper | 2.19 g | - |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Taishō (1912-1926) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 5 (1916) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Taishō era |
| Value | 5 Rin (0.005 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.19 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#285854 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Paulownia Flower Seal (Government Seal of Japan)
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Rin coin was designed by a Japanese artist named Ikeda Shōen, who was known for his work in the yoga (Western-style) art movement. The coin features a unique blend of traditional Japanese design elements, such as the chrysanthemum crest of the Japanese emperor, and modernist influences, such as the clean lines and minimalist style. This fusion of traditional and modern styles makes the coin a fascinating example of the cultural and artistic exchange that occurred between Japan and the West during the early 20th century.
