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A lot of 20 antique Japanese Edo period cast copper-alloy coins, including two Tenpō Tsūhō and eighteen Kan'ei Tsūhō, weighing 112 g in total with approximate dimensions of 5 cm by 3.2 cm, in ungraded condition with wear and patina and one edge chip.
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A Collection of 20 Antique Japanese Edo Period Cast Coins – Tenpō Tsūhō & Kan'ei Tsūhō
This lot brings together twenty genuine cast copper-alloy coins from Japan's Edo period, offering a compact but historically rich cross-section of the country's pre-modern currency system.
Two oval coins are Tenpō Tsūhō, first cast from 1835 (Tenpō 6) under shogunate authority. Distinguished by their elongated, rounded shape and the obverse inscription "天保通寳," each carried a nominal value of 100 mon, marked on the reverse with "當百" alongside the Gotō family kaō (an official calligraphic seal). Though minted in vast numbers to ease a chronic copper shortage, genuine shogunate-issue Tenpō Tsūhō remain popular with collectors for their distinctive form.
The remaining eighteen coins are Kan'ei Tsūhō, Japan's principal circulating currency for roughly 230 years from 1636 (Kan'ei 13) until the mid-20th century. The set includes plain-backed 1-mon copper pieces, brass 4-mon coins bearing the characteristic wave pattern on the reverse (introduced in 1768 and nicknamed "nami-sen," or wave coins), and coins with the reverse mint mark "文," associated with mid-Edo-period casting at Edo Kameido. Together they illustrate several stages of Kan'ei Tsūhō production and denomination.
This is an appealing group for collectors of Japanese numismatics, offering variety in form, denomination, and casting mark within a single lot. Sold as pictured; please review images carefully as an assessment of condition.
Size
Height: 5 cm
Width: 3.2 cm
Weight
112 g / 0.112 kg (full set of 20 coins)
Condition
The coins show typical wear, patina, and surface oxidation consistent with age and circulation; one smaller coin has a chip to the edge as visible in the photographs. Overall the set is in stable, collectable condition with legible inscriptions.
NOITICE:
The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation.
It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally.
Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping.
I appreciate your cooperation.
Seller's Story
A Japanese living in Japan, I appreciate traditional and modern art.
I specialize in selecting artworks that reflect quiet strength, refined beauty, and timeless craftsmanship of Japanese culture. My collection focuses on pieces that carry a story—whether traditional ukiyo‑e prints, contemporary works inspired by wabi‑sabi aesthetics, or handcrafted items created by regional artisans.
With years of experience working closely with artists, studios, and collectors across Japan, I take pride in offering works that are both visually compelling and culturally meaningful. Every item is carefully curated for authenticity, condition, and artistic value, ensuring that bidders can participate with confidence.
My goal is to connect international collectors with the richness of Japanese artistry—pieces that bring harmony, character, and a touch of Japan’s spirit into your home.
I look forward to sharing these works with you and hope they inspire the same appreciation and joy they bring to me :)
Translated by Google TranslateItem Description
A Collection of 20 Antique Japanese Edo Period Cast Coins – Tenpō Tsūhō & Kan'ei Tsūhō
This lot brings together twenty genuine cast copper-alloy coins from Japan's Edo period, offering a compact but historically rich cross-section of the country's pre-modern currency system.
Two oval coins are Tenpō Tsūhō, first cast from 1835 (Tenpō 6) under shogunate authority. Distinguished by their elongated, rounded shape and the obverse inscription "天保通寳," each carried a nominal value of 100 mon, marked on the reverse with "當百" alongside the Gotō family kaō (an official calligraphic seal). Though minted in vast numbers to ease a chronic copper shortage, genuine shogunate-issue Tenpō Tsūhō remain popular with collectors for their distinctive form.
The remaining eighteen coins are Kan'ei Tsūhō, Japan's principal circulating currency for roughly 230 years from 1636 (Kan'ei 13) until the mid-20th century. The set includes plain-backed 1-mon copper pieces, brass 4-mon coins bearing the characteristic wave pattern on the reverse (introduced in 1768 and nicknamed "nami-sen," or wave coins), and coins with the reverse mint mark "文," associated with mid-Edo-period casting at Edo Kameido. Together they illustrate several stages of Kan'ei Tsūhō production and denomination.
This is an appealing group for collectors of Japanese numismatics, offering variety in form, denomination, and casting mark within a single lot. Sold as pictured; please review images carefully as an assessment of condition.
Size
Height: 5 cm
Width: 3.2 cm
Weight
112 g / 0.112 kg (full set of 20 coins)
Condition
The coins show typical wear, patina, and surface oxidation consistent with age and circulation; one smaller coin has a chip to the edge as visible in the photographs. Overall the set is in stable, collectable condition with legible inscriptions.
NOITICE:
The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation.
It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally.
Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping.
I appreciate your cooperation.
Seller's Story
A Japanese living in Japan, I appreciate traditional and modern art.
I specialize in selecting artworks that reflect quiet strength, refined beauty, and timeless craftsmanship of Japanese culture. My collection focuses on pieces that carry a story—whether traditional ukiyo‑e prints, contemporary works inspired by wabi‑sabi aesthetics, or handcrafted items created by regional artisans.
With years of experience working closely with artists, studios, and collectors across Japan, I take pride in offering works that are both visually compelling and culturally meaningful. Every item is carefully curated for authenticity, condition, and artistic value, ensuring that bidders can participate with confidence.
My goal is to connect international collectors with the richness of Japanese artistry—pieces that bring harmony, character, and a touch of Japan’s spirit into your home.
I look forward to sharing these works with you and hope they inspire the same appreciation and joy they bring to me :)
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Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
Yes
Culture/region
Japan
Year/period and variation
1835-1891
Number of items
20
Condition
Ungraded
