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500 Yen - Heisei Bobsleigh
9 (1997) year| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 7.2 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Heisei (1989-2019) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 9 (1997) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Heisei era |
| Value | 500 Yen 500 JPY = USD 3.36 |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#13618 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 39% |
Reverse
Olympic emblem, Rock ptarmigan bird, value and dates
Lettering:
1998
NAGANO
500
YEN
平成9年
Translation: Year 9 of Heisei
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 500 Yen - Heisei (Bobsleigh) 9 (1997) coin from Japan features a unique design that showcases the sport of bobsleigh, with two bobsledders in action on the obverse (front side) of the coin. This design was created by Japanese artist, Takeshi Kawanabe, who is known for his work on various commemorative coins and medals. The coin's reverse (back side) features the standard 500 Yen design, which includes the Imperial chrysanthemum crest and the inscription "NIPPON 500 YEN."
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 (1997) | 133000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Yen - Heisei (Bobsleigh) 9 (1997) coin.
