# Showa Year 23, 24, 25 Brass 1-Yen Coins

*・昭和２３年、２４年、２５年１円黄銅貨・*

- **Auction ID:** q1226510247
- **Status:** Sold (ended auction)
- **Category:** Antiques and Collectibles > Money > Coins > Japan > Current > 1 yen
- **Brand:** Unknown
- **Price (JPY):** ¥1,648 (sold)
- **Estimated all-in price (USD):** $45.77 — item $10.77 + Rinkya commission $20.00 + handling $15.00
- **Shipping:** Ships from Japan. Wins arrive at Rinkya's Tokyo warehouse; multiple items are combined into one international shipment, billed at actual carrier cost (NOT included in the all-in price). International transit is typically 1–2 weeks once shipped.

## Description
- One 1-yen brass coin from Showa Year 23 (1948)

- Twelve 1-yen brass coins from Showa Year 24 (1949)

- One 1-yen brass coin from Showa Year 25 (1950)

- The item is being sold as part of organizing personal belongings.

- It is prohibited to ship 1-yen coins, hence they will be sent via Necomail as computer parts.

- This is for prevention of theft.

- The items are already packed, so no additional items can be combined for shipping.

- Bids are to be placed under a no claim, no return policy.

- Please refrain from bidding with malicious intent.

- Only bidders who can contact me within 12 hours and complete payment within 24 hours will be considered.

- Ensure to confirm receipt upon delivery.

- New bidders must contact me through the inquiries section.

- Any suspicious bidders will be removed.

## Collector note
This auction features a set of brass 1-yen coins from the Showa era, specifically years 23-25 (1948-1950), capturing a transformative period in post-war Japan. While these coins are not typically associated with the collectible toy market, they appeal to numismatists and historians interested in Japan's economic recovery and early currency history. The rarity of certain coins from this era, combined with the uniqueness of shipping regulations due to prohibitions on coin shipments, adds a layer of intrigue for collectors. Given the current bid of ¥1,648, this item represents a reasonable entry point for those seeking historical currency directly tied to Japan's cultural heritage.

## Images
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## Links
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