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500 Yen - Shōwa Reign
61 (1986) year| Copper-nickel | 13 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Shōwa (1926-1989) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 61 (1986) |
| Calendar | Japanese - Shōwa era |
| Value | 500 Yen (500 JPY) |
| Currency | Yen (1871-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 13 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 1.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#13612 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 29% |
Reverse
Large chrysanthemum with legends around
Lettering:
• 日本国 • 御在位六十年 •
五百円 • 昭和六十一年
Translation:
• State of Japan • Imperial reign of six decades •
500 Yen • Year 61 of Shōwa
Engraver: Ikuo Hirayama
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 500 Yen - Shōwa (Reign) 61 (1986) coin from Japan is that it features an image of Emperor Hirohito, also known as Emperor Shōwa, on the obverse side, while the reverse side depicts a scene of cherry blossoms and the Imperial Palace. This coin was minted to commemorate the 61st year of Emperor Hirohito's reign, and it is a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists and enthusiasts of Japanese history and culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61 (1986) | 50000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Yen - Shōwa (Reign) 61 (1986) coin.
