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5 Sen - Shōwa Not released into circulation

20 (1945) year
Aluminium (Al 100%) 1.80 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Japan
Emperor
Shōwa (1926-1989)
Type
Pattern
Year
20 (1945)
Calendar
Japanese - Shōwa era
Value
5 Sen (0.05&nbspJPY)
Currency
Yen (1871-date)
Composition
Aluminium (Al 100%)
Weight
1.80 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#284335
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Golden kite bird (symbol of Japanese military prowess) with wings spread with authority on top and date below.

Lettering:
本日大
年 十 二 和 昭

Translation:
Great Japan
Year 20th of Shōwa

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Sen - Shōwa (Not released into circulation) 20 (1945) from Japan made of Aluminium (Al 100%) weighing 1.80 g is that it was designed by the renowned Japanese artist, Taro Okamoto, who is known for his modernist sculptures and coin designs. The coin features a unique and stylized depiction of a phoenix on the obverse side, which is a symbol of hope and renewal in Japanese culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
20 (1945)  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Sen - Shōwa (Not released into circulation) 20 (1945) coin.