Meiji gold 20 Yen Year 3 (1870) MS63 NGC, Osaka mint, KM-Y13, Fr-45, JNDA 01-1. Mintage: 46,139. A distinguished type that we see one every year or so, a remarkable example of Japan's transition toward a standardized monetary system. Traditional calligraphic inscriptions, deeply impressed into the fields, maintain a strong connection to heritage, while the European-inspired wreath motif and sharply executed border reflect international influences on numismatic design. Appearing quite glossy on the obverse and more satiny on the reverse, both attractive looks on the coin. Choice condition confirms the clarity of the devices, solidifying the desirability at hand. HID09801242017 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved www.HA.com/TexasAuctioneerLicenseNotice

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