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50 Sen - Taishō
| Silver (.800) | 10.13 g | 27.27 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Taishō (1912-1926) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1-6 (1912-1917) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Taishō era |
| Value | 50 Sen (0.50 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.800) |
| Weight | 10.13 g |
| Diameter | 27.27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#14251 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 29% |
Reverse
Radiant sun surrounded by a ring of sakuras and text
Lettering:
年 元 正 大 · 本 日 大
· 50 SEN ·
Translation:
Great Japan · First year of Taishō
· 50 sen ·
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Sen coin from Japan's Taishō period (1912-1917) is that it was designed by a Japanese artist named Kōno Bairei, who was known for his work in the traditional Japanese style of ukiyo-e woodblock prints. The coin's design features a beautiful image of a phoenix, which is a symbol of good luck and prosperity in Japanese culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (1912) | 1928649 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2 (1913) | 5910063 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 3 (1914) | 1872331 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 4 (1915) | 2011253 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 5 (1916) | 8736768 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 6 (1917) | 9963232 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Sen - Taishō 1-6 (1912-1917) coin.
