 Meiji Emperor, 1867-1912. 1 Yen, Year 3 (1870). Dragon clutches Pearl of Celestial Wisdom, Type I character YEN. Rv. Rising Sun in circle, Chrysanthemum and Pawlonia wreath, crests. Y.5.1. Satin-smooth cartwheel lustre drenches this meticulously struck example of the first machine-struck Silver. Brilliant Uncirculated, essentially Choice. (Est. $800-$900)
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