Cryptocurrency Q&A Are Japanese coins magnetic?

Are Japanese coins magnetic?

EmmaWatson EmmaWatson Tue Nov 19 2024 | 6 answers 987
I have a bunch of Japanese coins and I'm wondering if they are magnetic. I've heard that some coins from certain countries can be magnetic due to their metal composition. Is this true for Japanese coins? Are Japanese coins magnetic?

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Raffaele Raffaele Thu Nov 21 2024
The 500-yen, 100-yen, and 50-yen coins in circulation are composed of a specific alloy.

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KpopHarmony KpopHarmony Wed Nov 20 2024
For instance, iron SAND and iron oxide exhibit magnetic properties and can be attracted to magnets.

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CryptoWanderer CryptoWanderer Wed Nov 20 2024
Conversely, there are iron-containing compounds like pyrite that do not respond to magnetic forces.

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Chloe_thompson_artist Chloe_thompson_artist Wed Nov 20 2024
This alloy consists of 25% nickel and a significant portion of copper.

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SamuraiHonor SamuraiHonor Wed Nov 20 2024
Despite containing nickel, which is a ferromagnetic element, these coins are not attracted to magnets.

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