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Ōban "Tenshō Ōban" ND
| Gold | 164.97 g | - |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Go-Yōzei (1586-1611) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1573-1609 |
| Currency | Ōban (1588-1874) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 164.97 g |
| Size | 153.84 × 98.41 mm |
| Shape | Oval |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#410644 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Engraver: Goto Tokujo
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tenshō Ōban coin is that it was issued during a time of great cultural and economic change in Japan. The Tenshō period saw the rise of the warrior class and the beginning of Japan's isolationist policies, known as sakoku, which lasted for over 200 years. Despite these changes, the Ōban coin remained a stable and widely used form of currency, reflecting the importance of gold in Japan's economy during this time.
