Japan 3 Bu, 1859
Countermarked
Information
Country
Japan
Japan
Currency
Ryō
(1595 – 1874)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
3 Bu
Year
1859
Ruler
Kōmei
(1846–1867)
Composition
Silver (.903)
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, countermarked
Weight (g)
27.07
Diameter (mm)
38.9
Thickness (mm)
2.7
Demonetized
Yes
Description
3 Bu from Japan. Issued in 1859. Struck in Silver (.903). Measures 38.9 mm and weighs 27.07 g.
- Obverse
- Radiant cap with rays, countermarked above (Change for 3 Bu Guaranteed 8 Reales 1858 10 Decimes 20 Grams)
- Reverse
- Eagle with snake on cactus (Mexican Republic)
- Edge
- Reeded
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1859) | — |
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