500 Yen - Reiwa Enthronement
1 (2019) year| Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in nickel brass ring | 7.1 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Reiwa (2019-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1 (2019) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Reiwa 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 | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#167636 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 36% |
Reverse
Chrysanthemum Seal within wreath surrounded by legend
Lettering:
• 御即位記念 •
日本国 • 500円 • 令和元年
Translation:
• Accession to the throne •
State of Japan • 500 yen • First year of Reiwa
Edge
Slanted reeding with two different pitches
Comment
30,000 of the coins were struck in proof quality, and were sold in sets together with the 10,000 yen gold coin.
OBVERSE: The Chrysanthemum Throne, a term for the Imperial throne of Japan (Takamikura) has been used in ceremonies since the Nara period (AD 710-794).
REVERSE: The Imperial Emblem of Japan, known as the Chrysanthemum Flower Emblem, is surrounded by a stem of Betula grossa, commonly known as Japanese cherry birch, and another stem of Rosa rugosa, also known as Japanese rose.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Reiwa Enthronement 500 Yen 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 in the series and adds to its collectibility.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (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 - Reiwa (Enthronement) 1 (2019) coin.
