説明
| Detail | ●An exceptional high-grade example of Japan’s late Meiji silver yen, struck in 1903 (Meiji 36) — one of the later issues of Japan’s iconic “Dragon Yen” series.Certified PCGS MS-66, this specimen exhibits superb mint luster and near-flawless surfaces, with finely detailed scales on the dragon and sharply rendered legends. It stands as a testament to the Osaka Mint’s precision and craftsmanship during Japan’s industrial and monetary modernization. ●PCGS Population According to the latest PCGS census, only 52 coins have been certified at the MS-66 level, with merely 5 graded higher, underscoring the extreme scarcity of top-condition examples. (See population chart above.)
●Market Context For Meiji-era silver yen, MS-65 marks the threshold where rarity and market value rise dramatically. Coins below this grade remain relatively obtainable, but once the grade reaches MS-65 or higher, prices escalate sharply due to the scarcity of superbly preserved pieces. High-end Mint State examples such as this MS-66 have shown consistent appreciation in both domestic and international markets, and are widely regarded as benchmark pieces for collectors seeking excellence in Japanese numismatics. Combining technical perfection, historical significance, and population rarity, this coin represents one of the finest surviving examples of the late “Dragon Yen” series. |
| Condition | MS-66 |
| Year | 1903 (Meiji 36) |
| Control Number/管理番号 | 001-0128 |
