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500 Yen - Heisei North and South America
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#13731 |
|---|---|
| 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 commemorates the 14th year of the Heisei era, which was a time of significant cultural and economic exchange between Japan and the Americas. The coin's design features a stylized image of a kabuki actor, symbolizing the rich cultural heritage of Japan, and a maple leaf, representing the Americas. This coin is a unique representation of the strong bond between the two regions.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 (2002) | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Yen - Heisei (North and South America) 14 (2002) coin.
