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500 Yen - Heisei Reign
31 (2019) year| Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in nickel brass ring | 7.1 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Heisei (1989-2019) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 31 (2019) |
| 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 |
| 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#147073 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 37% |
Reverse
Big chrysanthemum crest surrounded by legends
Lettering:
• 御在位三十年 •
日本国 • 500 円 • 平成31年
Translation:
• Imperial reign of three decades •
State of Japan • 500 yen • Year 31 of Heisei
Edge
Slanted reeding with two different pitches
Comment
The Heisei era is an era of Japan. It began on January 8, 1989, with the start of Emperor Akihito's reign the day after the death of his father and predecessor, Emperor Hirohito. Thus, 2018 corresponds to year 30 of the Heisei era.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 500 Yen - Heisei (Reign) 31 (2019) coin from Japan 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 in the series and adds to its collectibility.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 (2019) | 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 (Reign) 31 (2019) coin.
