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50 Sen (Pattern) ND
| Silver | 4.9 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Taishō (1912-1926) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Value | 50 Sen (0.50 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.9 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#285849 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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Interesting fact
Did you know that the Pattern 50 Sen coin was designed by a Japanese artist named Taro Okamoto? He was a renowned sculptor and artist who was known for his modernist style and his works often featured abstract and geometric shapes. The Pattern 50 Sen coin was one of his most famous works and it features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins. The obverse side of the coin features a stylized portrait of a young woman, while the reverse side features a pattern of interlocking circles. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the unity and harmony of the Japanese people.
