Modern Coins

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.

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

This article explains the variety that exists in the 50 Sen Brass Large Size coin, an ancient Japanese coin.