10 Sen
Japanese 10 Sen (Large Holed Type)
Japan, Imperial Household · 1926 (Taisho Year 15)
A small copper-nickel coin with a central hole, featuring a chrysanthemum throne on the front and Paulownia flowers on the back.
- Country
- Japan, Imperial Household
- Year
- 1926 (Taisho Year 15)
- Denomination
- 10 Sen
- Metal
- Copper-Nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
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Overview
A small copper-nickel coin with a central hole, featuring a chrysanthemum throne on the front and Paulownia flowers on the back.
Historical significance
This coin dates to the final year of the Taisho era (1912-1926). It represents the transitional period of Japanese coinage before the Showa era began later that same year.
Obverse (front)
Central hole surrounded by stylized Paulownia flowers (Mon) below, value in Kanji characters (10 Sen) above, divided by the Imperial Chrysanthemum Seal.
Reverse (back)
Central hole surrounded by a Qinghai wave (Seigaiha) pattern; top legend reads 'Great Japan', bottom legend reads 'Taisho Year 15'.
Estimated value
$1-$5 circulated, $15-$40 in Mint State
What drives this coin's value
Condition (grade) and year of issue. High-grade specimens with original luster are much more valuable.
Grade assessment
Very Fine to Extremely Fine (visible wear on the waves and the chrysanthemum petals).
Mintage & rarity
Approx. 34,700,000; common although the final year (Taisho 15) is popular with collectors.
Authenticity & counterfeit red flags
Check for magnetic properties (should be non-magnetic), verify weight and diameter, and look for sharp, non-mushy Kanji lettering.
Notable varieties & errors
Minor die rotations or planchet flaws.
Similar coins
5 Sen coins of the same era, which are smaller. Showa era 10 Sen coins look similar but have different dates.
Care & preservation
Store in a PVC-free flip or capsule. Do not clean or polish as it destroys numismatic value. Handle only by the edges.
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