Japanese Coin | Edo Period

Japanese Coin | Edo PeriodHistory of the Artifact These Japanese Edo Period coins were the first of their kind to be casted for general circulation in 1636 after the currency reform following centuries of using Chinese coins for trading. The value of a Mon was set at par with Bita, which could purchase a sardine (iwashi), a piece of mochi, or 1 G of salt (about 0. 18 litre). The Edo period in Japan, which lasted from 1603 to 1868, was marked by peace, stability, and isolation.

such as mint marks or slight variations in design

It can also be interpreted as referring to the Greek concept of ‘Keres’ -  spirits of doom and death in Greek mythology

Diameter: 1

these coins circulated widely across the empire’s diverse territories

The Roman silver denarius during the reign of Emperor Trajan (98–117 CE) was a crucial element of the Roman economy and an important tool for imperial propaganda

This made it one of the most broadly distributed British medals of the war

The outer layer of the ring is adorned with five radiating discs each with gilt face and starburst motif

noting that her small gift was of greater value than the large sums given by the wealthy

or moneyer

Reverse: Large S

Nero fled Rome and ultimately committed suicide

making it a lightweight yet durable piece for everyday use