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50 Sen - Taishō Pattern
7 (1918) year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Taishō (1912-1926) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 7 (1918) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Taishō era |
| Value | 50 Sen (0.50 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#165205 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Sunburst in centre, authority on top, date on bottom, all surrounded by 16 cherry blossoms
Lettering:
• 本 日 大 •
年 七 正 大
Translation:
• Great Japan •
Year 7 of Taishō
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Pattern 50 Sen - Taishō (Pattern) 7 (1918) coin from Japan made of Silver is interesting because it was designed by a Western artist, a British man named George William de Saulles, who was commissioned by the Japanese government to create a new currency design. This coin features a unique blend of traditional Japanese and Western design elements, showcasing a combination of cherry blossoms and the Imperial chrysanthemum crest on one side, and the portrait of Emperor Taishō on the other. This coin was never officially circulated and is now considered a rare collector's item.
