Japan – Edo Period – Ichibu Gin (1 Bu Silver) – Tenpō Era (1837–1854) View Watchlist >
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Japan – Edo Period – Ichibu Gin (1 Bu Silver) – Tenpō Era (1837–1854)
This listing features a Japanese Ichibu Gin (一分銀, 1 Bu Silver) from the Tenpō Era (1837–1854), issued under the Tokugawa Shogunate. These rectangular silver coins were a core part of Japan’s pre-modern currency system, circulating alongside koban and other denominations before the monetary reforms of the Meiji era.
The obverse carries the legend 常是銀座 (Jōze Ginza – “Guaranteed Pure Silver”), framed by a floral border. The reverse bears the denomination 一分銀 (Ichi Bu Gin – “One Bu Silver”), also within a floral frame. Struck in high-purity silver (~.990), the Ichibu Gin represents the distinctive design and cast style of late Edo coinage, widely recognized among collectors of Japanese numismatics.
Specifications:
- Issuing Country: Japan
- Period: Edo (Tokugawa Shogunate)
- Era: Tenpō (1837–1854)
- Denomination: 1 Bu (Ichibu Gin)
- Metal: Silver (~.990 fine)
- Weight: ~8.6 g
- Dimensions: ~24 × 16 mm
- Shape: Rectangular
- Reference: KM# C24; JNDA 09-53
Condition:
In circulated condition with light wear consistent with age. Legends and inscriptions remain clear and fully legible, with floral border details visible on both sides. Surfaces show light toning in recessed areas. Please refer to the photos for a detailed condition assessment.
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