Japan Coin Blog

50 Sen Brass Large Size1946-1947

The large 50-sen brass coin is a temporary auxiliary currency made of brass with a diameter of 23.5 mm, issued between 1946 (Showa 21) and 1947 (Showa 22). Produced against the backdrop of postwar shortages, it is characterized by a design featuring a phoenix. Coins dated 1947 (Showa 22) are considered rare and may command very high prices on the market.

Modern Coins

1964 Tokyo Olympic 100 Yen Silver Coin

The 1964 Tokyo Olympics Commemorative 100-Yen Silver Coin was issued to commemorate the Tokyo Olympics, which were held in Japan for the first time in 1964.

Commemorative Coins

Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 (The 2nd issue)100 yen Clad Coin/Karate

This 100-yen coin was issued to commemorate the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.There are Thirteen types of Olympic commemorative 100-yen coins in total.This coin depicts KARATE, one of the Olympic sports.

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50 Sen Brass Small Size 1947-1948

The50 Sen Brass Small Size coin was issued between 1947 (Showa 22) and 1948 (Showa 23).

Modern Coins

Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 (The 1st issue)100 yen Clad Coin/Fencing

This 100-yen coin was issued to commemorate the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.There are Thirteen types of Olympic commemorative 100-yen coins in total.This coin depicts Fencing, one of the Olympic sports.

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Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 (The 2nd issue)100 yen Clad Coin/Skateboarding

This 100-yen coin was issued to commemorate the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.There are Thirteen types of Olympic commemorative 100-yen coins in total.This coin depicts Skateboarding, one of the Olympic sports.

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