Vintage Japanese 1916 5 Rin Imperial Pualownia Crest Bronze Coin Taisho

A guaranteed authentic and rare antique Japanese 5 五厘 bronze coin minted in Tokyo in 1916. Having the characters, "Dai Nippon" (great Japan) and Taisho year 5 (1938) with a clear crest of the paulownia mon (a famous family crest) in the center. On the obverse chrysanthemum blossoms and "five rin". Chrysanthemum blossoms symbolize Japan's imperial family and are often used on currency. This coin had one if the most limited runs of any in Japan during the 1900's. Only minted from 1916 to 1919. Overall, this coin is in fine condition with minimal wear, a very clear strike and freshly cleaned and polished. Measures 3/4" in diameter (19 mm). Approximately the size of a US dime.

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 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.