Japan World Exposition 100 Yen Cupro-nickel Coin

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MaterialCupronickel
CompositionCopper 750
Nickel 250
Weight9grams=0.317oz
Diameter28mm=1.102in
Year of Production1970(Showa 45 year)

This 100-yen coin was issued to commemorate the 1970 Osaka World Expo.
The obverse features Katsushika Hokusai’s “Red Fuji.” Since 40 million coins were minted, it is not particularly valuable.
It is slightly larger than the 100-yen coins currently in circulation.

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