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50 Sen - Shōwa
| Brass | 2.8 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shōwa (1926-1989) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 22-23 (1947-1948) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Shōwa era |
| Value | 50 Sen (0.50 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.56 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#10628 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Value and denomination at left of cherry blossom wreath, chrysanthemum on top.
Lettering: 錢十五
Translation: 50 sen
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Sen coin from Japan's Shōwa era (1947-1948) is that it was made of brass, a metal alloy that is composed of copper and zinc. This is notable because many coins from this time period were made of other materials, such as silver or nickel, and the use of brass was a departure from the norm. Additionally, the fact that the coin weighs 2.8 grams is also interesting, as it is relatively light compared to other coins of similar size and denomination.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 (1947) | 849234445 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 23 (1948) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Sen - Shōwa 22-23 (1947-1948) coin.
