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10 Sen, Japan, 1905

Object Details

Description (Brief)
One (1) 10 sen coin, proof
Japan, 1905
Obverse Image: Dragon circling surrounded by a pearled border with Kanji and English text.
Obverse Text: Romanization: MEIJI / SAN / JU / HACHI / DAI / NIHON / 10 / SEN (Translation: Year 38 of Meiji Great Japan 10 Sen)
Reverse Image: Denomination within wreath, blossom above.
Reverse Text: Romanization: JU / SEN (Translation: Ten Sen)
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
date made
1905
Physical Description
silver (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 1.5 mm x 17 mm; 1/16 in x 21/32 in
Object Name
coin
10 Sen, Japan, 1905
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