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500 Yen - Heisei Europe and Africa
14 (2002) year| Nickel brass (72% Copper, 20% Zinc, 8% Nickel) | 7 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Heisei (1989-2019) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 14 (2002) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Heisei era |
| Value | 500 Yen 500 JPY = USD 3.36 |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass (72% Copper, 20% Zinc, 8% Nickel) |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#13723 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 42% |
Reverse
World Cup logo in center surrounded by the denomination a football and a watchface depicting a three-quarter hour
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
2002 FIFA World Cup Korea/Japan™
500
YEN
©1999 FIFA TM
平成14年 •
Translation: Year 14 of Heisei
Edge
Slanted reeding
Comment
Coin setInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the friendship between Japan and Europe and Africa. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Japanese imperial chrysanthemum crest, while the reverse side features the flags of Europe and Africa, symbolizing the unity and cooperation between the three continents. This coin was minted to commemorate the 14th anniversary of the Heisei era, which began in 1989 and ended in 2019.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 (2002) | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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