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5 Yen - Shōwa Pattern
26 (1951) year| Copper | 3.13 g | - |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shōwa (1926-1989) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 26 (1951) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Shōwa era |
| Value | 5 Yen 5 JPY = USD 0.034 |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.13 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#285865 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Denomination and date within a wreath
Lettering:
5
昭和二十六年
Translation:
5
Year 26 of Shōwa
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Yen coin was designed by Japanese artist and engraver, Shōwa, and features a unique pattern on its obverse side. The pattern includes intricate designs of cherry blossoms, bamboo, and other natural elements that are deeply rooted in Japanese culture. This coin is particularly interesting because it was minted in 1951, just a few years after Japan's surrender in World War II, and it represents a significant moment in the country's history as it began to rebuild and redefine its identity.
