Japan 2 yen Meiji - Japanese - Meiji era 1877


Rarity
Extremely Rare
Attributes of Coins
| Melt Value | $411.81 2.997g Gold |
|---|---|
| Region | JPN |
| Denomination | 2 Yen |
| Krause number | N# 130921 |
| Mintage | 178 |
| Metal | Gold (.900) |
| diameter | 16.97 mm |
| weight | 3.33 g |
Obverse:

Dragon within beaded circle, legends above, written value below
Lettering:
明治十年· 大日本 · 二圓 ·
Translation:
Great Japan · Year 13 of Meiji · 2 yen ·
Reverse:

Sunburst crest superimposed on sacred mirror, flanked by military banners, chrysanthemum above with paulowian crest below













