This authentic Nisshu Kin was minted during the reign of Emperor Komei, during the final decades of feudal Japan when samurai warriors and powerful warlords still shaped the nation. These distinctive rectangular gold and silver coins represent the last traditional coinage of the Samurai era.
Following the fall of the Tokugawa Shogunate and the beginning of the Meiji Restoration in 1868–1869, Japan rapidly modernized and the production of these iconic rectangular coins came to an end. As a result, each Nisshu Kin is a tangible reminder of a legendary period in Japanese history and the enduring spirit of the Samurai.
The obverse bears the denomination "Nisshu Kin," meaning a one-quarter unit of gold, while the reverse features a traditional Japanese family crest, or "mon," a symbol of identity, honor, and lineage that played an important role in Samurai culture.
Struck in gold and weighing 1.6 grams, this remarkable coin has been preserved in a handcrafted 18K gold setting, transforming a genuine artifact of old Japan into a timeless heirloom.
Carry a piece of Samurai history and own a treasure that embodies the honor, tradition, and enduring legacy of feudal Japan.
Product Description:
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Coin Type: Hand Milled
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Denomination: Nisshu Kin
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Mint: Kinza
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Empire: Japan
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Ruler: Emperor Komei
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Date: 1832-1858
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Metal: Gold
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Weight: 1.6 grams
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Obverse: Denomination "Nisshu Kin" or one quarter unit of gold.
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Reverse: The family crest or "mon".
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Setting: Handcrafted Setting in 18K Gold
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Note: Chain may be purchased separately.
Certificate of Authenticity with photo specific images included.
Inv# MD1770
