Antique Japanese 1948 1 Sen - Imperial Pualownia Crest Bronze Coin Showa 23

A guaranteed authentic and rare antique Japanese 1 sen bronze coin minted in Tokyo in 1948.Having the characters, "Dai Nippon" (great Japan) and Showa year 23 (1948) with a flying dove bird in the center. On the obverse: chrysanthemum blossoms and ー錢 "one sen". Chrysanthemum blossoms symbolize Japan's imperial family and are often used on currency. 

Overall, this coin is in fine condition with minimal wear, a very clear strike and freshly cleaned and polished.Measures 7/8" in diameter (2.1 cm). Approximately the size of a US quarter.

PLEASE NOTE - This listing is for ONE coin. We have included the additional pictures for you to see the range of coins that we often have available. You may find these listed individually on Shoguns or SailerKing or as collections. Shown are coins that date from the Meiji Era in the late 1800's to post WWII dates. The are 1 Sen, 2 Sen, 5 Sen, 10 Sen and 50 Sen coins. Please feel free to contact us with special requests for specific coins and dates and we may be able to accommodate.