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500 Yen - Heisei Snowboard
9 (1997) year| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 7.2 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Heisei (1989-2019) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 9 (1997) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Heisei era |
| Value | 500 Yen 500 JPY = USD 3.36 |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#13617 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 34% |
Reverse
Olympic emblem, Rock ptarmigan bird, value and dates
Lettering:
1998
NAGANO
500
YEN
平成9年
Translation: Year 9 of Heisei
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 500 Yen - Heisei (Snowboard) 9 (1997) coin from Japan is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's passion for snowboarding. The coin's obverse side features a stylized snowboarder in mid-air, surrounded by snow-capped mountains and a rising sun in the background. This design was created by the Japanese artist, Taro Ando, and it has become a popular collector's item among coin enthusiasts and snowboarding fans.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 (1997) | 133000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Yen - Heisei (Snowboard) 9 (1997) coin.
