Mameita Gin, Japan, 1736

Mameita Gin, Japan, 1736

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Description (Brief)
One (1) mameita gin coin, Emperor Sakuramachi
Japan, 1736
Obverse Image: God of Plenty character.
Obverse Text: N/A
Reverse Image: Character for treasure, several era indicators.
Reverse Text: Romanization: HO / GENBUN (Translation: Genbun treasure).
Location
Currently not on view
Object Name
coin
date made
1736
place made
Japan
Physical Description
silver (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 1 mm x 6 mm; 1/32 in x 1/4 in
ID Number
NU.66.13606
catalog number
13606
accession number
268682
Credit Line
Sebald, William J.
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East Asian Coins
Data Source
National Museum of American History
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