FREE: 1989 Japan 500 (Five Hundred) Yen Japanese Paulownia Coin **FREE SHIPPING**

The listing, 1989 Japan 500 (Five Hundred) Yen Japanese Paulownia Coin **FREE SHIPPING** has ended.

I have learned so much just trying to put together a description for you all on this auction! History and culture are wrapped up in our currency here in the states, and in Japan as well!

This coin came back from Japan in pocket change in the early 1990's. So it is circulated. However, this coin is no longer minted, as Japan changed the design slightly to prevent counterfeiting.

Collectors appreciate the floral themes in Japanese coins, and this coin is a beautiful example. The obverse depicts Paulownia (Princess Tree), a tree commonly grown in Japan and China for ornamental landscapes with it's striking flowers. The wood is also used often in musical instrument production. On the reverse, the value of 500 is flanked by cherry blossoms, another tree Japan is well-known for.

I tried to get decent pictures of the edge on this coin as well, where it reads "Nippon 500". Hopefully this is visible to you.

I only have one coin of this denomination, so watch or bid now if you must have! :) IF you just can't wait to get this, let me know and I will add GIN of 5,555 credits as long as there are no bids already in place.

I do require a Listia approved mailing address, and follow all Listia guidelines. I prefer good communication, so please watch for and reply to messages so there is no confusion. Any questions, please ask!