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5 Yen - Meiji Pattern
3 (1870) year| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Meiji (1867-1912) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 3 (1870) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Meiji era |
| Value | 5 Yen (5 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#402988 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sunburst surrounded by seven 5-7 paulownia seals and seven chrysanthemum seals, alternating each other.
Engraver: Leonard Charles Wyon
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Yen - Meiji (Pattern) 3 (1870) gold coin from Japan features a unique design that was never officially adopted as currency, making it a rare and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
