Handcrafted pendant with an authentic Ichibu-Gin silver coin from Japan's Edo period. Set in sterling silver.
overall pendant hanging length is 35mm (1.37 inches) incl. the bail
authentic silver coin from Japan's Edo period (1837-1868)
minimalist sterling silver setting
sterling silver chain in the length of your choice
ready to ship
This coin was minted in Japan during the late Edo (Tokugawa) period 1837-1868 under Emperor Kōmei. Tenpō Ichibugin coin with 99.1% silver content. Measures 24.2 x 16.3 mm (0.95 x 0.64 inches). Weighs 8.65 grams. Very fine condition, original patina. Obverse: Incuse stamp 定 (= Jo) over 4 kanji ("Guaranteed, Ginza (Silver Mint), Jōze (Mint Official)) in rectangle surrounded by 20 sakuras (cherry blosoms) one of them inverted. Bottom left 2 strokes of 是 crossed. Reverse: 3 vertical kanji ("1 Bu Silver") in rectangle surrounded by 20 sakuras (cherry blosoms) one of them inverted.
Set in a handmade sterling silver setting with a polished surface. The bail will accommodate chains up to 4.5mm in diameter.
This coin is NOT a replica, but a real historic artifact.
Unique necklace for men and women alike. An awesome gift for a special person, coin collectors or also to keep for yourself. Wear it alone or layered with other necklaces.
