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50 Yen - Shōwa
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 4 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shōwa (1926-1989) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 42-63 (1967-1988) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Shōwa era |
| Value | 50 Yen 50 JPY = USD 0.34 |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#1026 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 4% |
Reverse
Value in large font above the center hole with the date below
Lettering:
50
昭和42年
Translation:
50
Year 42 of Shōwa
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 50 Yen coin from Japan's Shōwa era (1967-1988) has an interesting feature - it has a unique "double-ring" design on its obverse side, which is not found in any other coin of its time. The inner ring represents the coin's denomination, while the outer ring features a stylized pattern of cherry blossoms, a symbol of Japan. This distinctive design makes the coin easily recognizable and sets it apart from other coins in circulation.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42 (1967) | 238400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 43 (1968) | 200000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 44 (1969) | 210900000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 45 (1970) | 269800000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 46 (1971) | 80950000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 47 (1972) | 138980000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 48 (1973) | 200970000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 49 (1974) | 470000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 50 (1975) | 238120000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 51 (1976) | 241880000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 52 (1977) | 176000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 53 (1978) | 234000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 54 (1979) | 110000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 55 (1980) | 51000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 56 (1981) | 179000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 57 (1982) | 30000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 58 (1983) | 30000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 59 (1984) | 29850000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 60 (1985) | 10150000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 61 (1986) | 9960000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 62 (1987) | 230000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 63 (1988) | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Yen - Shōwa 42-63 (1967-1988) coin.
