© PCGS
© PCGS
50 Sen - Shōwa
| Silver (.720) | 4.95 g | 23.50 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shōwa (1926-1989) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 3-13 (1928-1938) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Shōwa era |
| Value | 50 Sen (0.50 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.720) |
| Weight | 4.95 g |
| Diameter | 23.50 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#14253 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 13% |
Reverse
Sunburst in centre flanked by cherry blossoms, authority on top, date on bottom, all within sacred mirror
Lettering:
❀ 本 日 大 ❀
年 三十 和 昭
Translation:
❀ Great Japan ❀
Year 13 of Shōwa
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Sen coin from Japan's Shōwa period (1928-1938) is that it was made of silver, specifically an alloy of 72% silver and 28% copper. This is notable because silver coins were not commonly used in circulation at the time, and the use of silver in coinage was largely phased out in the early 20th century due to the rising cost of silver and the increasing use of cheaper metals like copper and nickel. The 50 Sen coin was also relatively small in size, weighing only 4.95 grams, making it a unique and interesting collector's item for numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 (1928) | 38592000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 4 (1929) | 12568000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 5 (1930) | 10200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 6 (1931) | 27677501 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 7 (1932) | 24132795 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 8 (1933) | 10001973 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 9 (1934) | 20003995 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 10 (1935) | 11738334 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 11 (1936) | 44272796 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1937) | 48000533 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1938) | 3600717 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Sen - Shōwa 3-13 (1928-1938) coin.
