Description
Japan. Meiji (1868-1912). 50 Sen 1870 large type, the word "Ben" has hocked end of the main down-stroke
Silver - Ungraded
Obverse: Dragon within beaded circle, legends above, written value below.
年三治明 · 本日大 Great Japan · Year 3 of Meiji
· 錢 十 五 ·· 50 sen ·
Reverse: Sunburst crest within beaded circle and wreath, chrysanthemum between two paulownia flowers above.
Silver .800
∅31.5mm
12.5gr
References: large type. Y# 4, JNDA# 01-13
Comments: 本 Variations exist (hocked end of the main downstroke)
Lot details
- Country/Province
- Japan
- Ruler
- Meiji (1868-1912)
- Denomination
- 50 Sen
- Year/Period and Variation
- 1870 large type, the word "Ben" has hocked end of the main down-stroke
- Precious metal
- Silver
- Condition
- Ungraded