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1 Ryō "Tenpō Koban"

🇯🇵 Japan · 1 Ryō "Tenpō Koban" · 1589–1868
Regular
Weight11.25 g
Composition56.80% Gold
ReferenceC# 22b, JNDA# 09-21, JC# 03-22
Collector's Key World IDCKW-JPN-102

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Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
What is a 1837 Japan 1 Ryō "Tenpō Koban" made of?
0.568 Gold, weighing 11.25 g.
What is the melt value of a 1837 Japan 1 Ryō "Tenpō Koban"?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 1837 Japan 1 Ryō "Tenpō Koban" a key date?
It's a more common issue overall, though scarcer varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.