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10 Yen

Japanese 10 Yen

Japan · Showa era (1951-1958 'Ju-En' bronze coin with a smooth edge)

A bronze Japanese 10 Yen coin featuring the Byodo-in Phoenix Hall on the obverse and a large numeral 10 surrounded by laurel branches on the reverse.

Country: Japan
Year: Showa era (1951-1958 'Ju-En' bronze coin with a smooth edge)
Denomination: 10 Yen
Metal: Bronze (95% Copper, 4-5% Zinc, 1-0% Tin)

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Overview

A bronze Japanese 10 Yen coin featuring the Byodo-in Phoenix Hall on the obverse and a large numeral 10 surrounded by laurel branches on the reverse.

Historical significance

Issued during the post-WWII reconstruction and economic miracle era of Japan under Emperor Hirohito (Showa period).

Obverse (front)

Features the Phoenix Hall of the Byodo-in temple in Uji, Kyoto, surrounded by the country name 'Nihon Koku' (State of Japan) at the top and the Japanese characters for the year at the bottom.

Reverse (back)

Features a large denomination numeral '10' with Japanese characters underneath, framed by a wreath of evergreen laurel branches.

Estimated value

$1 - $5 in circulated condition, up to $15+ in uncirculated condition (except for key date rarities).

What drives this coin's value

Overall condition/grade, eye appeal, and specific year of issue (Showa year date).

Grade assessment

About Uncirculated to Mint State (AU/MS) based on the clear details and preservation inside the coin flip.

Mintage & rarity

Varies by year; most years from the 1950s had high mintages and are common, though specific years (like Showa 33 / 1958) can vary.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Due to low face value and high mintage, counterfeiting is rare for regular circulation issues of this era. Check weight and dimensions if suspicious.

Notable varieties & errors

The transition from smooth edge (issued 1951-1958) to reeded edge (issued 1959-present) is the major type distinction.

Similar coins

Later Japanese 10 Yen coins (1959-present) which have a reeded edge instead of a smooth edge.

Care & preservation

Store in a cool, dry place in a PVC-free flip or holder. Never clean the coin, as harsh cleaning destroys its numismatic value.

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