JNDA#03-19
| Material | Cupro-nickel |
| Composition | Copper 750 Nickel 250 |
| Weight | 13grams=0.458oz |
| Diameter | 30mm=1.18in |
| Year of Production | 1992(Heisei 4 year) |
This commemorative coin was issued to mark the 20th anniversary of the return of administrative control over Okinawa from the United States in 1972.
The obverse of the coin features “Shuri Castle” in Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture, while the reverse depicts “two dragons” facing each other; inscribed in the center between the dragons is “20th Anniversary of Okinawa’s Reversion, 500 yen.” The dragons represent a scene widely cherished in Okinawa, depicting them vigorously ascending toward the heavens.
This coin was sold in various forms, including proof versions and coin sets.
| Year | Mintage | |
| 日本国 JAPAN 五百円 500Yen 平成四年 Heisei4year 沖縄復帰 The 20th anniversary of the reversion of Okinawa to Japan | 1992 | 20,000,000 |
