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Why does yen coin have a hole?
Why does yen coin have a hole?
Enrico
Mon Oct 28 2024
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I've always been curious about the yen coin. Unlike other coins, it has a distinct hole in the middle. I wonder why the Japanese designed their currency this way. Is there a specific reason or historical significance behind this unique feature of the yen coin?
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CosmicDream
Wed Oct 30 2024
One variety consisted of the old pigeon type coins.
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SumoPride
Wed Oct 30 2024
The other variety featured a novel design with a hole in the center.
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Maria
Wed Oct 30 2024
The first holed five yen coins utilized an ancient Japanese script known as Kaisho.
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Caterina
Wed Oct 30 2024
This script added a unique historical element to the coins.
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TaekwondoPower
Wed Oct 30 2024
In 1949, two distinct varieties of coins were minted.
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