5000 Yen - Reiwa (150 years Yen) 3 (2021) front 5000 Yen - Reiwa (150 years Yen) 3 (2021) back
5000 Yen - Reiwa (150 years Yen) 3 (2021) photo
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5000 Yen - Reiwa 150 years Yen

3 (2021) year
Gold (.999) 7.8 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Japan
Emperor
Reiwa (2019-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
3 (2021)
Calendar
Japanese - Reiwa era
Value
5000 Yen 5000 JPY = USD 34
Currency
Yen (1871-date)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
7.8 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#284176
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Combined designs of the six current circulating coins
(paulownia, cherry blossom, chrysanthemum, the Byōdō-in Phoenix Hall, rice ears, and sapling).

Lettering:
近 代 通 貨 制 度 150 年
• 5000 Yen • 令 和 3 年 •

Translation:
150 years of Modern Currency System
Year 3 of Reiwa

Edge

Slanted reeding

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5000 Yen - Reiwa (150 years Yen) 3 (2021) coin from Japan is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 150th anniversary of the yen, which was first introduced in 1871. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Emperor Naruhito, while the reverse side depicts a stylized image of a phoenix, which symbolizes longevity and good fortune in Japanese culture. The coin's gold composition and limited mintage of 3,000 pieces also make it a highly sought-after collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
3 (2021)  20000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5000 Yen - Reiwa (150 years Yen) 3 (2021) coin.