5 Yen - Taishō 2-13 (1913-1924) front 5 Yen - Taishō 2-13 (1913-1924) back
5 Yen - Taishō 2-13 (1913-1924) photo
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5 Yen - Taishō

 
Gold (.900) 4.17 g 16.96 mm
Description
Issuer
Japan
Emperor
Taishō (1912-1926)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
2-13 (1913-1924)
Calendar
Japanese - Taishō era
Value
5 Yen (5&nbspJPY)
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
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#50109
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Radiant sun in flower cartouche surrounded by text, separated by little Paulownia Flower Seals.

Lettering:
年三十正大 · 本 日 大
· 圓 五 ·

Translation:
Great Japan · Year 13 of Taishō
· 5 yen ·

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 5 Yen coin from Japan's Taishō period (1913-1924) is interesting because it was made of gold (.900) and weighed 4.17 grams. This makes it a unique and valuable coin among collectors.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2 (1913)  89820 - - - - - -
13 (1924)  76037 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Yen - Taishō 2-13 (1913-1924) coin.