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5 Sen - Shōwa
| Aluminium | 1.2 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shōwa (1926-1989) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 15-18 (1940-1943) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Shōwa era |
| Value | 5 Sen (0.05 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#9225 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 7% |
Reverse
Chrysanthemum within clouds with value above and below.
Lettering:
五
錢
Translation:
5
Sen
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 5 Sen coin from Shōwa 15-18 (1940-1943) was made of aluminum, which was a unusual choice for coins at that time. Most coins were made of copper, silver, or gold, but Japan's government decided to use aluminum due to its low cost and abundance. This made the coin much lighter than other coins of similar value, which was a unique feature for a circulating coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 (1940) | 410020460 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 16 (1941) | 478023877 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 17 (1942) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 18 (1943) | 276493742 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Sen - Shōwa 15-18 (1940-1943) coin.
