Japanese Edo Period Ansei Isshugin Rectangular Silver 1 Shu Coin, 1854–1865 Weight 1.95 grams.
A Japanese rectangular silver 1 Shu coin, commonly known as an Ansei Isshugin, dating to the late Edo period, circa 1854–1865, during the reign of Emperor K?mei. One side bears the denomination “???” (One Shu Silver), while the reverse displays the traditional Ginza silver-mint inscription surrounded by a beaded border. The standard issue is recorded as approximately .968 fine silver, with an official weight of approximately 1.95 grams. Size: 16 x 9.5 mm Thickness: 1 mm
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Very good condition ; Surface wear, toning, oxidation, consistent with age and circulation. Please examine all photographs for condition and details.
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A Japanese rectangular silver 1 Shu coin, commonly known as an Ansei Isshugin, dating to the late Edo period, circa 1854–1865, during the reign of Emperor K?mei. One side bears the denomination “???” (One Shu Silver), while the reverse displays the traditional Ginza silver-mint inscription surrounded by a beaded border. The standard issue is recorded as approximately .968 fine silver, with an official weight of approximately 1.95 grams. Size: 16 x 9.5 mm Thickness: 1 mm
Condition
Very good condition ; Surface wear, toning, oxidation, consistent with age and circulation. Please examine all photographs for condition and details.
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