Experience the understated beauty of traditional Japanese coinage with this authentic Ichibu Gin silver coin, hand-milled at the Ginza mint during the reign of Emperor Kōmei between 1846–1867. Struck in silver and carefully inspected for weight and quality, each coin bears official counter stamps that reflect Japan’s precision, discipline, and respect for craftsmanship during the late Edo period. The obverse displays the denomination marking, while the reverse carries Japanese characters identifying the mint and era—quiet details that speak to order, stability, and time-honored tradition.
Elegantly set in a handcrafted 14K gold setting, this historic coin is transformed into a refined and meaningful keepsake. Ideal for collectors and admirers of Japanese history, it offers a graceful connection to a culture where balance, authenticity, and meticulous artistry have long been revered.
Minted during the reign of Emperor Komei (1846-1867). Rectangular gold and silver coinage were the last coins of the Samurai. This was the era when fierce warlords and their samurai soldiers ruled feudal Japan. After 1869, following the abolition of the Shogunate, rectangular coins were no longer minted in Japan.
Product Description:
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Coin Type: Hand Milled
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Denomination: Ichibu Gin
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Mint: Ginza
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Empire: Japan
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Ruler: Emperor Komei
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Date: 1846-1867
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Metal: Silver
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Weight: 8.8 grams
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Obverse: Denomination "Isshu Gin" or one-quarter unit of silver.
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Reverse: The Japanese characters translate to the mint "Ginza", the silver is stable, and time period. The time period can be identified only to the reign of a specific Emperor. Each coin was weighed and bears a counter stamp indicating that it met inspection.
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Setting: Handcrafted Setting in 14K gold.
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Note: Chain may be purchased separately.
Certificate of Authenticity with photo specific images included.
Inv# MD 1700
