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500 Yen - Heisei Nara
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 | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#13743 |
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Rarity index | 39% |
Reverse
Old cast Mon coin with latent images in square hole
surrounded by legends
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
Nara is close to Osaka city. Nara was the ancient capital of Japan, even older than Kyoto. In addition to Kyoto, there are many famous temples and shrines in Nara.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 notable collector's item.
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 (Nara) 21 (2009) coin.