(1837–1854) Japan Tenpō 1 Bu Silver Coin – NGC AU55
A historic example of Japan’s pre-modern coinage, this Tenpō Era (1837–1854) Japan 1 Bu Silver Coin (JNDA-09-50) has been professionally authenticated and certified AU55 (About Uncirculated) by NGC.
Issued during the Tokugawa Shogunate of the Edo Period, the Tenpō 1 Bu was part of Japan’s traditional gold and silver monetary system before the introduction of modern coinage during the Meiji Restoration. These fascinating pieces are highly collected by enthusiasts of Japanese history, samurai-era currency, and world coins.
This attractive AU55 example retains strong design detail with light circulation wear and pleasing overall surfaces. The coin is securely housed in an official NGC Standard Brown Label holder, providing authentication, preservation, and collector confidence.
According to the NGC Census at the time of listing, 97 examples have been graded AU55, with 272 examples certified in higher grades. Population reports reflect coins submitted to NGC and may change as additional examples are certified.
Coin Specifications
- Country: Japan
- Era: Tenpō Era (1837–1854)
- Period: Edo Period (1603–1868)
- Type: Tenpō 1 Bu Silver Coin
- Reference: JNDA-09-50
- Composition: Silver
- Certification: NGC
- Grade: AU55 (About Uncirculated)
- Holder: NGC Standard Brown Label
- NGC Population: 97 graded AU55; 272 graded higher
A wonderful certified example of Edo-period Japanese coinage, offering collectors the opportunity to own a historic silver issue from Japan’s final centuries of traditional currency before modernization.
