Japan Shu C# 12a

(1868-69)
C#12 type 1 Shu are dated according to how the character illustrated is written on the reverse; Meiji 1 Shu are also known as Kaheishi 1 Shu

Japan Shu obverse

Japan Shu reverse

Specifications

Composition: Silver

Fineness: 0.8800

Weight: 1.8800g

ASW: 0.0532oz

Melt Value: $1.80 (3/16/2025)

Design

Reverse: Three top stokes are straight without curves or hooks

Notes

Ruler: Mutsuhito

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Year/Mint
Denom Mintage
$
(1868-69)
C#12 type 1 Shu are dated according to how the character illustrated is written on the reverse; Meiji 1 Shu are also known as Kaheishi 1 Shu
Shu 18,742,000 $
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--15.00-30.0040.00---------------

Melt Value = "¤"

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