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Japan, Meiji (1867-1912 AD), electrum 2 Bu, c. 1868-1869, Edo mint, Kiri crests top and bottom (the national seals of Japan), in the centre the value. Rev. Characters for the Mint Official and his signature: Mitsutsugu, 3.03g (JNDA 09-29; KM C21d).
Extremely Fine.
Made of about 22% gold and 78% silver, these popular rectangular coins are also known as ‘Samurai coins’ as they were first issued by the Tokugawa shogunate. They are officially called ‘nibu-kin’, meaning 2 gold Bu.
| Period | 1867 - 1912 |
|---|---|
| Date | 1868 |
| Coin Group | World |
| Denomination | Bu |
| Country | Japan |
| Metal | Electrum |
| Mint Mark | Edo |
| Weight | 3.03 g |
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