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500 Yen - Heisei Toyama
23 (2011) year| Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in nickel brass ring (75% Copper, 12.5% Zinc, 12.5% Nickel) | 7.1 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Heisei (1989-2019) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 23 (2011) |
| 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#19561 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 40% |
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 23 年
Translation:
Local autonomy
Year 23 of Heisei
Edge
Slanted reeding with two different pitches
Comment
Owara Kaze-no-bon Festival, a traditional local festival is held in Toyama Prefecture every September. Participants in the festival wish for moderate winds and a good harvest in autumn. Male and female dancers performing different styles of dancing wear woven hats low over their eyes and dance to local folk songs in the midst of rows of thousands of paper lanterns.Toyama is located in the center of the mainland Japan and faces the Sea of Japan to the north. Toyama is often hit by heavy snowfall in winter.
Interesting fact
The 500 Yen - Heisei (Toyama) 23 (2011) coin from Japan features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a beautiful image of the Toyama Castle, which is a historic castle located in Toyama Prefecture, Japan. The castle was built in the 16th century and has been well-preserved, and it is now a popular tourist attraction. The reverse side of the coin features a stunning image of a traditional Japanese garden, complete with a pond, trees, and a bridge. The garden is surrounded by a beautiful rim that adds to the coin's aesthetic appeal. Overall, this coin is a beautiful representation of Japan's rich history and culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 (2011) | 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 (Toyama) 23 (2011) coin.
