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Japan, 1870-1950


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Meiji 3 (1870), NGC MS-64

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Meiji 4 (1871), NGC MS-62
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Meiji 4 (1871), NGC MS-65 (ex. PCGS MS-65).  19 mm beaded ring around dragon/three spines overlapped by flame.
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Meiji 4 (1871), PCGS XF-40 (pending cross to NGC).  21 mm beaded ring around dragon/two spines overlapped by flame.  



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Here is another look for determining the type in case a judgement must be made without a caliper or other measuring device.  Considering the valuation difference in the varieties this is a prudent step to take when making an assessment.

The large size dragon appears to have about two spines overlapped by the flame (indicated in green).  There is a bit of a tip of the third, but in general appearance does mimic the look as seen on the small size/21 mm/2 spine coin.  However, look at the tail detail (blue indicator) and 'elbow' spines (red indicator).  The large size variety has a different spine density on the tail (a gap) and the elbow spines are shorter and stouter than those seen on the small size/21 mm.


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Meiji 6 (1873), NGC MS-65
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Taisho 5 (1916), NGC MS-67

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Taisho 13 (1924), NGC MS-66

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Showa 9 (1934), NGC MS-68.  The slab is scuffy which inhibits getting a good shot.

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Showa 21 (1946), PCGS MS-66

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Showa 23 (1948), NGC MS-65

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