JAPAN
Showa Era – Emperor Hirohito (1926–1989)
1927 (Year 2) 10 Sen
NGC MS62
The 1927 (Year 2) Japan 10 Sen was issued during the early years of the Showa Era under Emperor Hirohito. Japanese coins of this period reflect a fascinating transition in Japan's history as the nation rapidly modernized while preserving traditional imperial symbols and designs.
This 10 Sen coin features the traditional Japanese chrysanthemum emblem, a symbol associated with the Imperial family, along with a central hole design characteristic of several Japanese denominations of the era. The coin was struck in copper-nickel and served as everyday currency for commerce throughout Japan.
Certified NGC MS62, this example displays the attractive preservation expected from a Mint State coin, with no major circulation wear and strong overall detail.
Country: Japan
Era: Showa Era
Year: 1927 (Year 2)
Denomination: 10 Sen
Composition: Copper-Nickel
Weight: 3.75 grams
Ruler: Emperor Hirohito
Certification: NGC MS62
Reference: Y#49
Historical Significance
The 1927 10 Sen represents Japan during the early Showa period, a time of industrial expansion and growing international influence. These coins circulated widely among the Japanese population before the major changes brought by World War II and the postwar era.
Why Collect the 1927 Japan 10 Sen?
Japanese coins from the Showa period are popular among world coin collectors because of their distinctive designs, historical importance, and connection to Japan's imperial past. A certified NGC MS62 example offers collectors an affordable opportunity to own a well-preserved piece of 20th-century Japanese history.
