1916 Japan 1 Yen Banknote - Takenouchi no Sukune - PMG 65 Gem UNC EPQ

1916 Japan 1 Yen Banknote - Takenouchi no Sukune - PMG 65 Gem UNC EPQA Golden Era Gem: The "Silver Convertible" 1 Yen Elevate your East Asian collection with this museum quality 1916 One Yen note. Issued by the Bank of Japan, this series is a fascinating bridge between ancient Japanese mythology and modern Western style banking. It is particularly famous for its reverse text, which promises to pay the bearer "One Yen in Silver," a remnant of the silver standard era. Historic & Design Highlights: Obverse (Front):

Reverse (Back): Showcases the unique biodiversity and culture of New Caledonia

the scientist credited with saving the Caribbean sugar industry

2000 Riels (2007/2013): Depicting agricultural rice harvesting and Preah Vihear Temple

overlooking a scene of traditional fishermen on Lake Malawi

this design is a cornerstone of UK numismatics

000 Nuevos Sucres (Fire Red): Showcases a tropical bird and various endemic insects

Zimbabwe 10x500 million dollars banknotes used

original condition with sharp corners

Finding these paper-based notes in a true UNC state is increasingly difficult as they were phased out for polymer (plastic) versions in the late 90s

It captures the transition of Hong Kong from a colonial entrepôt to a global financial powerhouse

This note shows significant historical wear

Reverse: A magnificent scene of African wildlife featuring a large elephant in the foreground and giraffes and antelopes in the savanna