100 yen coin
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This article is about the current 100 yen coin. For the former 100 yen banknote, see 100 yen note.
The 100 yen coin (百円硬貨, Hyaku-en kōka) is a denomination of Japanese yen. These coins were first minted in 1957 using a silver alloy, before the current design was adopted with an alloy change in 1967.[1] It is the second-highest denomination coin in Japan, after the 500 yen coin. The current 100 yen coin is one of two denominations that depict the emperor's rule date in Arabic numerals rather than kanji.
Quick Facts Value, Mass ...
Japan | |
Value | 100 Japanese yen |
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Mass | 4.8 g |
Diameter | 22.6 mm |
Shape | circular |
Composition | Copper 75%, nickel 25% |
Years of minting | December 11, 1957–present |
Obverse | |
Design | Sakura blossoms |
Design date | February 1, 1967 |
Reverse | |
Design | "100" in Arabic numerals |
Design date | February 1, 1967 |
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