1/2 sen, copper, dragon with 'V' shaped scales, 1877-1888
M16(1883)

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Coin Details

Origin/Country: JAPAN
Item Description: 1/2S M16(1883)
Full Grade: NGC MS 65 RB
Owner: Star City Homer

Set Details

Custom Sets: This coin is not in any custom sets.
Competitive Sets: 1/2 sen, copper, dragon with 'V' shaped scales, 1877-1888   Score: 595
Research: NGC Coin Price Guide
NGC World Coin Census

Owner Comments:

Year 16/1883 there is a transition in the scale shape not noted in the JNDA. This example shows the later type seen in subsequent years. The morphology is more elongated.

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