Description
Japan, Meiji (1867-1912), silver 50 Sen, 1871, small type (31mm) 年四治明 本日大 銭十五 [year 4 of Meiji, Great Japan, 50 Sen], dragon within beaded circle. Rev. Sunburst crest within beaded circle and wreath, chrysanthemum between two paulownia flowers above, 12.58g (Y 4a.1; JNDA 1-13a).
Uncirculated, rainbow tone, some darkness to the reverse.