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50 Sen - Taishō
| Silver (.720) | 4.95 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Taishō (1912-1926) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 11-15 (1922-1926) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Taishō era |
| Value | 50 Sen (0.50 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.720) |
| Weight | 4.95 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.04 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#14252 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Sunburst in centre flanked by cherry blossoms, authority on top, date on bottom, all within sacred mirror
Lettering:
❀ 本 日 大 ❀
年四十正大
Translation:
❀ Great Japan ❀
Year 14 of Taishō
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 50 Sen coin from Japan's Taishō era (1922-1926) is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a rare and valuable metal at the time. The coin's silver content was .720, which means it was made of a high percentage of silver. This made the coin valuable not only as a means of currency but also as a collector's item. Today, these coins are highly sought after by collectors and can sell for a premium price.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 (1922) | 76320000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 (1923) | 185180000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 (1924) | 78520000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 14 (1925) | 47808000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 15 (1926) | 32572000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Sen - Taishō 11-15 (1922-1926) coin.
