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"Tenpō Mameitagin" Large 寳 ND
| Billon (.260 silver) | - | - |
| Issuer | Japan |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1837-1858 |
| Currency | Monme Silver / Monme-Gin / Ginme (1601-1874) |
| Composition | Billon (.260 silver) |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bean) |
| Demonetized | 28 June 1868 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#285319 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
A Character
Lettering: 寳
Translation: Treasure
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tenpō Mameitagin coin is that it was issued during a time of economic reform in Japan, known as the Tenpō period, which aimed to promote economic growth and stability by introducing new currency and monetary policies. The coin's design, featuring a large Chinese character for "treasure" or "wealth," symbolized the government's efforts to promote prosperity and abundance.
