Coin Identifier
10 Yen — obverse
Obverse
10 Yen — reverse
Reverse
10 Yen

10 Yen

Japan · 1952-1958

A bronze coin featuring the Byodoin Phoenix Hall on one side and a large denomination 10 surrounded by an evergreen wreath on the other.

Country
Japan
Year
1952-1958
Denomination
10 Yen
Metal
Bronze (95% Copper, 4% Tin, 1% Zinc)
Grade
Fine to Very Fine (circulated with moderate even wear)

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Overview

A bronze coin featuring the Byodoin Phoenix Hall on one side and a large denomination 10 surrounded by an evergreen wreath on the other.

Historical significance

Issued during the post-WWII reconstruction period of Japan, this design features the iconic Phoenix Hall of the Byodoin Temple in Uji, Kyoto, symbolizing cultural heritage.

Obverse (front)

Features the Byodoin Phoenix Hall with Japanese characters above reading 'Nihon Koku' (Japan) and below indicating the year and denomination.

Reverse (back)

Features a large numeral '10' with Japanese characters below meaning '10 Yen', surrounded by an evergreen tree branch wreath.

Estimated value

$1-$5 in circulated condition, up to $15+ in uncirculated grade

What drives this coin's value

Overall condition, presence of mint luster, and specific year of issue (Showa era date)

Grade assessment

Fine to Very Fine (circulated with moderate even wear)

Mintage & rarity

Common across most dates in this era, though specific early years like Showa 26 (1951) or error varieties command higher premiums

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check weight and dimensions; genuine coins have precise bronze composition and sharp details which are difficult to counterfeit for face-value modern circulating coins

Notable varieties & errors

The 'hata' or edge variants, and early trial or error strikes

Similar coins

Later Japanese 10 Yen coins issued after 1959 which have a reeded edge or differ slightly in composition and design details

Care & preservation

Store in a dry, PVC-free coin flip or holder. Do not clean, as harsh cleaning destroys original surfaces and lowers collector value.