Japan 5 Yen - Shōwa, 5
Information
Country
Japan
Japan
Currency
Yen
(1871 – 9999)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
5 Yen
Year
5
Ruler
Shōwa
(1926–1989)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
4.17
Diameter (mm)
16.96
Demonetized
Yes
Description
5 Yen from Japan. Issued in 5. Struck in Gold (.900). Measures 16.96 mm and weighs 4.17 g.
- Obverse
- Chrysanthemum Flower (Coat of Arms & Emperor's Royal Seal) Branches of Paulownia Flower (Heart shaped leaf) and Chrysanthemum Flower on either side of the value (5 Yen)
- Reverse
- Radiant sun in flower cartouche surrounded by text, separated by little Paulownia Flower Seals. (Great Japan · Year 5 of Shōwa · 5 yen ·)
- Edge
- Reeded
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 (1930) | 852.6K |
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