Chōgin "Keichō Chōgin" (8 stamps) ND (1601-1695) front Chōgin "Keichō Chōgin" (8 stamps) ND (1601-1695) back
Chōgin "Keichō Chōgin" (8 stamps) ND (1601-1695) photo
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Chōgin "Keichō Chōgin" 8 stamps ND

 
Silver (.800) - -
Description
Issuer
Japan
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1601-1695
Currency
Monme Silver / Monme-Gin / Ginme (1601-1874)
Composition
Silver (.800)
Shape
Oval (Oval chunk)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#27237
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Rough blank

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Keichō Chōgin coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and cultural exchange in Japan. The Keichō period (1596-1615) saw the arrival of European traders and missionaries, and the coin's design reflects this influence, featuring a unique blend of traditional Japanese and Western motifs.