Set of 9 Vintage Japanese 50 Sen 錢十五 Coin Flying Phoenix 1946 Showa 21
Set of 9 Vintage Japanese 50 Sen 錢十五 Coin Flying Phoenix 1946 Showa 21
A guaranteed set of 9 authentic Japanese 50 sen (錢十五) coin minted in Tokyo in 1946. Having the characters, "府政本日" (Japan) and "年一十二和昭" Showa year 21 (1946) with a clear. This coin has a rare motif of a flying Phoenix among the clouds. 50 Sen value is shown in front of various symbols including a gear cog, tools, bundles of wheat and rice all flanked by fish. These were only minted and circulated for one year.
Overall, this coin is in fine condition with minimal wear, a very clear strike and having all original patina. Measures 15/16" in diameter (24mm). 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. 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.