Japanese 1 sen coin, Meiji 7, 1874
The 1 sen coin was first minted by the Empire of Japan in 1873.Obverse: Square scales on dragon's body within beaded circle
Reverse: Value above sprays, chrysanthemum above
Ruler: Mutsuhito
Composition: Copper
Weight: 7.1300g
Diameter: 27.9mm
During 1873, the Empire of Japan issued the first 1 sen coin along with the 1 rin, ½, and 2 sen coins. This coin was composed mainly of copper. It had a mass of 7.13 grams and a diameter of 27.9 millimeters. Displayed on its obverse was a Japanese dragon along with the value, year of minting, and issuing authority (本日大) of the coin. On its reverse, the value was displayed (as 一銭) surrounded by branches at its sides, the Imperial Seal above, and the text, "圓一換 枚百以". The minting of these coins eventually ended in 1888.
Coins of Japan
5 Rin - Half Sen Meiji Year 6, 1873 1 sen coin, Meiji 7, 1874 1 sen coin, Meiji 31, 1898 2 sen coin, Meiji 13, 1880
10 Sen Silver Coin 1897, Meiji 30 20 Sen Silver Coin Meiji 26, 1893 50 Sen Silver Coin 1899, Meiji 32 50 Sen Silver Coin 1924, Taisho 13 1 Yen Japan Trade Dollar Silver Coin 1883, Meiji 16