Japanese coin/token

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image shows a round, ancient coin with a square hole in the center, typical of many East Asian coins from historical periods. The surface of the coin is worn, and remnants of gold-colored material highlight the engraved symbols or characters on it. There are four main characters arranged around the central square, possibly an indication of its origin or value. Additionally, handwritten digits "18915/1939" are present along the outer edge, possibly a catalog or collection reference number. The coin's patina suggests significant age, and it rests against a dark background, emphasizing its historical and cultural significance.

The image shows a round, ancient coin with a square hole in the center, typical of many East Asian coins from historical periods. The surface of the coin is worn, and remnants of gold-colored material highlight the engraved symbols or characters on it. There are four main characters arranged around the central square, possibly an indication of its origin or value. Additionally, handwritten digits "18915/1939" are present along the outer edge, possibly a catalog or collection reference number. The coin's patina suggests significant age, and it rests against a dark background, emphasizing its historical and cultural significance.

Name/Title

Japanese coin/token

Entry/Object ID

789/18915

Description

Japanese coin/token

Collection

ETHNOGRAPHIC/JAPAN

Made/Created

Place

Continent

Asia

Ethnography

Cultural Region

Country

Japan

Culture/Tribe

Japanese