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5 Yen - Shōwa
5 (1930) year| Gold (.900) | 4.17 g | 16.96 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shōwa (1926-1989) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 5 (1930) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Shōwa era |
| Value | 5 Yen (5 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 4.17 g |
| Diameter | 16.96 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#50110 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Radiant sun in flower cartouche surrounded by text, separated by little Paulownia Flower Seals.
Lettering:
年 五 和 昭 · 本 日 大
· 圓 五 ·
Translation:
Great Japan · Year 5 of Shōwa
· 5 yen ·
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Yen - Shōwa 5 (1930) coin from Japan is that it was minted during a time of great change in Japan. The Shōwa period, which spanned from 1926 to 1989, saw the country undergo rapid modernization and industrialization, and the introduction of new currency designs was part of this process. The 5 Yen coin was one of the first coins to feature the new imperial era's design, which included a portrait of Emperor Hirohito on the obverse and a chrysanthemum crest on the reverse. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item today, with its gold composition and historic significance making it a sought-after piece among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 (1930) | 852563 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Yen - Shōwa 5 (1930) coin.
