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5 Sen - Taishō large type
| Copper-nickel | 4.28 g | 20.6 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Taishō (1912-1926) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 6-9 (1917-1920) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Taishō era |
| Value | 5 Sen (0.05 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 4.28 g |
| Diameter | 20.6 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#24457 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 25% |
Reverse
Flower cartouch around hole and text on a wavy pattern
Lettering:
· 本 日 大 ·
年 六 正 大
Translation:
· Great Japan ·
Year 6 of Taishō
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it was designed by a Japanese artist named Taro Okamoto, who was known for his sculptures and coin designs. The coin features an image of a phoenix on one side and the Japanese imperial chrysanthemum crest on the other. The phoenix design was meant to symbolize the rebirth and growth of Japan after the Meiji Restoration, which took place in 1868.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 (1917) | 6781830 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 7 (1918) | 9131211 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 8 (1919) | 44980633 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 9 (1920) | 21906326 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Sen - Taishō (large type) 6-9 (1917-1920) coin.
