© Japan Mint
© Japan Mint
500 Yen - Reiwa Expo
7 (2025) year| Bimetallic: copper-nickel plated copper centre in nickel brass ring (Cu 75%, Ni 12.5%, Zn 12.5%) | 7.1 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Reiwa (2019-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 7 (2025) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Reiwa era |
| Value | 500 Yen 500 JPY = USD 3.36 |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Bimetallic: copper-nickel plated copper centre in nickel brass ring (Cu 75%, Ni 12.5%, Zn 12.5%) |
| 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#415101 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Logo of the 2025 World Exposition in center with legend around
Lettering:
２０２５年日本国際博覧会
５００YEN 令和７年
OSAKA,KANSAI,JAPAN
EXPO
2025
Translation: Year 7 of Reiwa
Edge
Slanted reeding with two different pitches
Comment
Release date in April 2025
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique bimetallic design, with a copper-nickel plated copper center surrounded by a nickel brass ring. This distinctive design element sets it apart from other coins and makes it a standout piece in any collection.
