


500 Yen - Heisei Ibaraki
21 (2009) yearBimetallic: copper-nickel centre in nickel brass ring (75% Copper, 12.5% Zinc, 12.5% Nickel) | 7.1 g | 26.5 mm |
Issuer | Japan |
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Emperor | Heisei (1989-2019) |
Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
Year | 21 (2009) |
Calendar | Japanese - Heisei era |
Value | 500 Yen 500 JPY = USD 3.36 |
Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
Composition | Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in nickel brass ring (75% Copper, 12.5% Zinc, 12.5% Nickel) |
Weight | 7.1 g |
Diameter | 26.5 mm |
Thickness | 1.8 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#13742 |
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Rarity index | 41% |
Reverse
Old cast Mon coin with latent images in square hole
surrounded by legends
Script: Latin
Lettering:
JAPAN 47 PREFECTURES COIN PROGRAM
地
方(47/60)自
治
500 YEN 平成 21 年
Translation:
Local autonomy
Year 21 of Heisei
Edge
Slanted reeding with two different pitches
Comment
Ibaraki is located in the northern part of the Kanto region close to Tokyo. Ibaraki takes pride in its traditional culture and nature, as well as in being a center of science and technology in Japan.
Kairakuen garden was built in 1841 by lord Tokugawa Nariaki and is most famous for its over three thousand plum trees. Unlike Japan's other great landscaped gardens, it served not only for the ruling class but it was also open to the public (Kairakuen meaning "Park to be enjoyed together").
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique bimetallic design, with a copper-nickel center surrounded by a nickel brass ring. This distinctive design element sets it apart from other coins and makes it a standout piece in any collection.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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21 (2009) | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Yen - Heisei (Ibaraki) 21 (2009) coin.