© PCGS
© PCGS
5 Sen - Shōwa Pattern
13 (1938) year| Aluminium (Al 100%) | 1.07 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shōwa (1926-1989) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 13 (1938) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Shōwa era |
| Value | 5 Sen (0.05 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium (Al 100%) |
| Weight | 1.07 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#284326 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Radiant sun with 12 cherry blossoms around, inscriptions on top and bottom
Lettering:
本日大
年 三 十 和 昭
Translation:
Great Japan
Year 13 of Shōwa
Interesting fact
Did you know that the Pattern 5 Sen coin was designed by a Japanese artist named Taro Okamoto? Okamoto was a renowned sculptor and artist who was known for his modernist style and his works often featured abstract and geometric shapes. The Pattern 5 Sen coin features a unique design that showcases Okamoto's artistic style, making it a standout piece among other coins of its time.
