Japan, 1870-195050 SEN
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Meiji 3 (1870), NGC MS-64
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.
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.
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.
Meiji 6 (1873), NGC MS-65
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Taisho 5 (1916), NGC MS-67
Taisho 13 (1924), NGC MS-66
Showa 9 (1934), NGC MS-68. The slab is scuffy which inhibits getting a good shot.
Showa 21 (1946), PCGS MS-66
Showa 23 (1948), NGC MS-65