Discover the quiet elegance of traditional Japanese coinage with this authentic Isshu Gin silver coin, hand-milled at the historic Ginza mint during the reign of Emperor Kōmei between 1846–1867. Carefully crafted and officially inspected for weight and purity, each coin bears counterstamps that reflect Japan’s deep respect for precision, balance, and quality during the late Edo period. The obverse clearly marks the denomination, while the reverse features Japanese characters identifying the mint and era—subtle details that honor order, stability, and time-honored tradition.
Thoughtfully set in a handcrafted 14K gold setting, this historic coin is elevated into a refined and meaningful keepsake. Ideal for collectors and admirers of Japanese heritage, it offers a graceful connection to a culture where craftsmanship, authenticity, and understated beauty have long endured.
Minted during the reign of Emperor Komei (1847-1866). 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: Isshu 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: 2.0 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# MD1711
