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5 Sen - Meiji
| Copper-nickel | 4.67 g | 20.6 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Meiji (1867-1912) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 30-42 (1897-1909) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Meiji era |
| Value | 5 Sen (0.05 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 4.67 g |
| Diameter | 20.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#13951 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 20% |
Reverse
Radiant sun within beaded circle, legends around
Lettering:
年一十三治明 · 本日大 ·
· 5 SEN ·
Translation:
· Great Japan · Year 31 of Meiji
· 5 sen ·
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Sen coin from Japan's Meiji era (1897-1909) is interesting because it was the first coin to feature the image of the Emperor, a tradition that continues to this day.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 (1897) | 4167020 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 31 (1898) | 18197271 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 32 (1899) | 10658052 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 33 (1900) | 2426632 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 34 (1901) | 7124824 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 35 (1902) | 2448544 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 36 (1903) | 372000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 37 (1904) | 1628000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 38 (1905) | 6000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Sen - Meiji 30-42 (1897-1909) coin.
