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Mameitagin "Genbun Mameitagin" 文 cluster ND
Billon (.460 silver) | - | - |
Issuer | Japan |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1736-1818 |
Currency | Monme Silver / Monme-Gin / Ginme (1601-1874) |
Composition | Billon (.460 silver) |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered (bean) |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | 25 February 1827 |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#27250 |
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Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Cluster of same letters
Lettering:
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Translation: Bun
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Mameitagin "Genbun Mameitagin" coin is that it was issued during a time of great economic change in Japan. The coin was minted during the Genbun era, which lasted from 1736 to 1818, and was a period of significant economic growth and development in Japan. The coin's mintage was a result of the government's efforts to standardize currency and promote trade, and it was used widely throughout the country. Despite being made of billon, a copper and silver alloy, the coin was valued highly and played an important role in the Japanese economy during this time.