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5 Sen - Taishō small type
| Copper-nickel | 2.63 g | 19.09 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Taishō (1912-1926) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 9-12 (1920-1923) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Taishō era |
| Value | 5 Sen (0.05 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 2.63 g |
| Diameter | 19.09 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#9580 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 9% |
Reverse
Chrysanthemum flower (Coat of Arms & Emperor's Royal Seal) with the denomination divided by the center hole and Paulownia flowers with their heart-shaped leaves below
Lettering: 錢 五
Translation: 5 sen
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change in Japan. The Taishō period, which lasted from 1912 to 1926, saw the country undergo significant modernization and industrialization, and the introduction of new currency systems was part of this process. The 5 Sen coin was a common denomination during this time, and its design featuring the Imperial chrysanthemum crest on one side and the value on the other, symbolized the blending of traditional and modern elements in Japanese society.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 (1920) | 100455537 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 10 (1921) | 133020000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 11 (1922) | 163980000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1923) | 80000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Sen - Taishō (small type) 9-12 (1920-1923) coin.
