Rare Antique Japanese 1885 1 Sen Bronze Dragon Coin Paulownia Chrysanthemum

A guaranteed authentic and rare antique Japanese 1 sen bronze coin minted in Tokyo in 1885.Having the characters, "Dai Nippon" (great Japan) and Meiji year 18 (1885) with a clear image of a dragon in the center. On the obverse: Paulownia blossoms, a chrysanthemum and "2 sen". The Chrysanthemum symbolizes Japan's imperial family and is often used on currency. 

Overall, with the exception of some signs of age, this coin is in very fine condition with minimal wear, a very clear strike and having all original patina.Measures 1 1/8" in diameter (2.8 cm).

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.