Description
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This is a Japanese 50 Sen coin.
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It was circulated in the years 1947 to 1948 (Shōwa Year 22-23).
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The coin features a design of a Paulownia Imperial Crest and cherry blossoms (sakura).
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It was made from leftover brass used to manufacture fighter aircraft during WWII.
- The text on the coin includes the characters for “Nihon Koku” (Japan).
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