1668-1683 Japanese Edo SAMURAI ERA 300+ Year Old Coin - Kanei Tsuho 1 Mon 文 BUN For Sale

1668-1683 JapanKanei Tsuho 1 Mon(1) Coin Average Circulated Condition w/Readable CharactersComposition: CopperDiameter: 24mmThickness: 1mmWeight: 3.47gMint Mark: 文 BUN: Kanbun EraEdo (Present Day Tokyo Japan) Minted in Japan over 300 years ago, \"New\" Kanei Tsuho 1 Mon coins were made from 1668 to 1868 in the Edo Period by the Tokugawa Shogunate. These 1 mon coins were the standard coinage until 1891. They have been around since the height of the Samurai Era and could have very well been used by notable Samurai.
In its day a Mon coin would be used for small transactions, like buying a simple lunch (4-5 mon). Large amounts of coins could be strung together though the square hole and tied to a belt for easy transport. A single mon might buy you a small fish or a pastry.
The obverse or front face inscription translates to \"Currency of Kanei\". This kanji mark was used until the late 1860\'s despite the Kanei Era actually ending in 1643.
The reverse or back of these \"Old\" (1636-1659) coins are generally blank, but some may have \"stars\" or dot mark and rim symbols depending on the maker. Mon coins were not marked with exact minting dates and manufacture was spread among many smiths and artisans throughout the country. \"New\" Kanei Tsuho coins minted after 1668 may have mint marks on the top center of the coin back.The images used for this listing are stock photos from our inventory.The coin you willreceive will besimilar or better thanthe coins shown.Each coin is carefully selected for condition & eye appeal. Satisfaction Guaranteed!
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