(1837–1854) Japan Tenpō 1 Bu Silver Coin – NGC AU58
A superior example of historic Japanese pre-modern coinage, this Tenpō Era (1837–1854) Japan 1 Bu Silver Coin (JNDA-09-50) has been professionally authenticated and certified AU58 (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 currency system before the introduction of modern coinage during the Meiji Restoration. These historic issues are highly sought after by collectors of Japanese, samurai-era, and world coinage.
This impressive AU58 example displays excellent remaining detail with minimal circulation wear, approaching Mint State quality. The coin retains strong design elements and attractive overall appearance, making it a desirable addition for collectors of Edo-period Japanese silver.
The coin is securely preserved in an official NGC Standard Brown Label holder, providing authentication, protection, and collector confidence.
According to the NGC Census at the time of listing, 97 examples have been graded AU58, with 175 examples certified in higher grades. Population reports reflect coins submitted to NGC and may change as additional examples are certified.
Coin Specifications
- Country: Japan
- Period: Edo Period (1603–1868)
- Era: Tenpō Era (1837–1854)
- Type: Tenpō 1 Bu Silver Coin
- Reference: JNDA-09-50
- Composition: Silver
- Certification: NGC
- Grade: AU58 (About Uncirculated)
- Holder: NGC Standard Brown Label
- NGC Population: 97 graded AU58; 175 graded higher
A beautiful certified Edo-period silver coin, offering collectors the opportunity to own a high-grade example of Japan’s traditional currency from the final decades before modernization.
