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Japanese 10 Yen (Showa era)
10 Japanese Yen

Japanese 10 Yen (Showa era)

Japan · Year 33 (1958)

A bronze coin featuring the Phoenix Hall of the Byodo-in Temple in Uji, Kyoto on the obverse. Above the hall is the text 'Nihon-koku' (State of Japan) and below is the denomination 'Ju-en' (Ten Yen).

Country
Japan
Year
Year 33 (1958)
Denomination
10 Japanese Yen
Metal
Bronze (95% Copper, 3% Zinc, 2% Tin)

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Overview

A bronze coin featuring the Phoenix Hall of the Byodo-in Temple in Uji, Kyoto on the obverse. Above the hall is the text 'Nihon-koku' (State of Japan) and below is the denomination 'Ju-en' (Ten Yen).

Historical significance

The Phoenix Hall design was chosen to represent Japan's rich cultural heritage and postwar reconstruction. This specific year (Year 33) is notable as it was the final year of the 'Giza-ju' (serrated edge) 10 yen coins before the transition to smooth edges.

Estimated value

$0.50 - $2.00 USD (depending on condition)

Care & preservation

Store in a dry, cool place away from direct sunlight. Handle by the edges to avoid transferring skin oils. Do not clean with chemicals or abrasives, as this ruins numismatic value.