Many countries issue coins with the number “10” on them, representing a denomination of their currency.
Here are a couple of prominent examples:
- Japan: The [10 yen coin] is a current denomination of the Japanese yen. The obverse features the Phoenix Hall of Byōdō-in, with “Japan” and “Ten Yen” in kanji. The reverse shows “10”, the date in kanji, and bay laurel leaves. These coins have been in circulation since 1951. Early 10 yen coins (1951-1958) had reeded edges and were called Giza 10, while later versions (from 1959) have smooth edges.
- United States: The dime is the U.S. 10-cent coin and is the smallest and thinnest currently minted. “Dime” comes from the Latin for “one tenth”. The obverse features Franklin D. Roosevelt and has been used since 1946. The reverse has a torch flanked by an olive branch and an oak branch.
Other countries have also issued coins with a “10” denomination, such as:
- Philippines: The Philippines has issued 10 Sentimo coins.
- Historically, Japan also had a 10 sen coin, worth one-tenth of a yen, minted from the late 19th century until the end of World War II.
What coin has a 10 on it?
10 yen coin. The 10 yen coin (十円硬貨, Jū-en kōka) is one denomination of the Japanese yen.
Is the 10 yen coin rare?
I can help with that. After world war 2 it had been kept and not out of japan but 2% of its own coins were not found. Its rare and antique which are hardly found till date. On 1998 it’s value price was $280,000 and in present from 2000 it has increased to $810,000 to $943,000USD. Bronze 10 yen can be exchanged in any bank world wide.
Is 10 yen a lot of money in Japan?
10 yen – This copper coin holds a value of about 10 cents (USD). These coins can be useful if you need to use a public payphone. 50 yen – The 50 yen coin is another one that has a hole through its centre. This silver coin is equal to about 50 cents.