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500 Yen - Reiwa Thunder God
2 (2020) 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 | 2 (2020) |
| 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#193691 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 35% |
Reverse
Emblem of the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 surrounded by pictograms of Olympic disciplines (modern Pentathlon, Golf, Basketball, Equestrian, Handball, Rowing, Hockey, Rugby, Sailing, Shooting, Taekwondo, and Triathlon), date below.
Lettering:
TOKYO 2020
令和2年
Translation: Year 2 of Reiwa
Edge
Slanted reeding
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Reiwa (Thunder God) 2 coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the Japanese mythological deity, Raijin, who is often depicted holding a drum and a hammer. The coin's design is a modern interpretation of the traditional Japanese art style, Ukiyo-e, which adds a touch of cultural significance to the coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 (2020) | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Yen - Reiwa (Thunder God) 2 (2020) coin.
