{"product_id":"gu-jin-jian-bao-hui-shou-ri-ben-ming-zhi-shi-nian-yin-zi-da-yang-ban-ben-yi-yuan-yin-bi","title":"Japanese Meiji 11th year\"Silver\"proof version one yen silver coin. Buyback | Gu Jin Jian Bao","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Japanese Meiji 11 (1878)\"Gin\"(Silver) Proof One Yen\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/%E9%8A%80%E5%85%83\" title=\"Silver Coin\"\u003esilver coin\u003c\/a\u003eis an extremely rare trial striking, featuring characteristics that differentiate it from the circulating one yen silver coins of that era, thus possessing unique historical and collectible value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe\"Gin\"character mark is the most prominent feature of this version. A clear\"Yin\"(Gin) character is present to the left of the\"Yi Yuan\"(One Yen) inscription on the coin face. This is the most obvious distinction between the trial coin and ordinary circulating silver coins. The reverse features the traditional Japanese dragon motif, symbolizing power and imperial authority. This highly detailed design shows a dragon coiled within a central circle. The coin is made of high-purity silver, with a silver content of approximately 90%, consistent with most Japanese circulating silver coins of the time.\u003cbr\/\u003e\u003cbr\/\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Technical Specifications and Parameters Comparison Chart\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 12.478%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Indicator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.8524%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 51.1424%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdentification Focus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 12.478%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0,0\"\u003eMinting Year\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.8524%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,1,1,0\"\u003eMeiji 11 (1878)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 51.1424%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,1,2,0\"\u003eObserve if the characters\"Shi Yi\"(eleven) are regular and neat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 12.478%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0,0\"\u003eCoin Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.8524%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,2,1,0\"\u003e90% Pure Silver + 10% Copper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 51.1424%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,2,2,0\"\u003eSilver luster should be natural and soft, with no pungent chemical odor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 12.478%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0,0\"\u003eStandard Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.8524%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,3,1,0\"\u003eApprox. 26.96 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 51.1424%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,3,2,0\"\u003eWeight of severely worn coins should not be less than 26.5 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 12.478%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0,0\"\u003eCoin Diameter\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.8524%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,4,1,0\"\u003e38.6 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 51.1424%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,4,2,0\"\u003eEdge reeding should be uniform in depth, with no signs of artificial polishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 12.478%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,5,0,0\"\u003ePunch Mark Position\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.8524%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,5,1,0\"\u003eLeft or right of\"Yi Yuan\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 51.1424%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,5,2,0\"\u003eThe\"Yin\"punch mark should be of uniform depth, with naturally stressed edges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 12.478%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,6,0,0\"\u003eDesign Craftsmanship\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 35.8524%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,6,1,0\"\u003eFront: Dragon motif, Reverse: Cherry blossom and Chrysanthemum motifs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"width: 51.1424%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"5,6,2,0\"\u003eDragon scale details and fluidity of dragon whiskers are key to authenticity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eWhy is the Meiji 11\"Gin\"(Silver) Edition so Rare?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eUnlike common Meiji dragon silver coins, coins marked with the\"Gin\"character originated from a special policy by the Japanese government. At that time, to prevent silver coins from flowing out of the country, the mint stamped some one yen silver coins with the\"Gin\"character, specifically for\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"73\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eoverseas trade and commercial ports such as Taiwan and Korea\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003eExtremely Low Survival Rate\u003c\/b\u003e: Meiji 11 itself had a smaller mintage of Japanese dragon silver coins, and the\"Gin\"proof coins that survive in good condition are less than one percent of the circulating coins.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003eTrial Nature\u003c\/b\u003e: This variant was primarily used at the time as a tool to test market reaction. Many were later recalled and melted down, making every existing coin a focal point at auctions.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eCollection Value and Market Appreciation Potential\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eIn the ancient coin auction market, **\"Japanese Dragon Silver\"** has always been a strong currency, and the rare Meiji 11 variant has the following advantages:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003eHigh International Liquidity\u003c\/b\u003e: Japanese dragon silver coins are highly recognized by major auction houses worldwide (such as PCGS, NGC grading), offering strong liquidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003eInflation Hedge Attribute\u003c\/b\u003e: Silver coins inherently possess precious metal value, coupled with their irreplaceable rarity as artifacts, making them an excellent choice for long-term asset allocation.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003eSignificant Price Tiers\u003c\/b\u003e: As grading scores (e.g., MS62, MS65) increase, their premium grows exponentially, making them highly attractive to collectors seeking high-quality items.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003chr\/\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Similar Premium Buyback Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E6%97%A5%E6%9C%AC%E9%8A%80%E5%B9%A3\" title=\"Japanese Silver Coin Series\"\u003eJapanese Silver Coin Series\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E5%9C%8B%E5%A4%96%E9%8A%80%E5%B9%A3\" title=\"Foreign Silver Coin Series\"\u003eForeign Silver Coin Series\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/%E9%8A%80%E5%85%83\" title=\"All Silver Dollar Series\"\u003eAll Silver Dollar Series\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou may also be interested in: Popular Similar Buyback Products\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E6%97%A5%E6%9C%AC-%E6%98%8E%E6%B2%BB%E5%8D%81%E4%B8%83%E5%B9%B4-%E5%A3%B9%E5%9C%93-1884%E5%B9%B4\" title=\"【Gukin Treasure Appraisal】Buyback Japan Meiji 17 One Yen (1884)\"\u003e【Gukin Treasure Appraisal】Buyback Japan Meiji 17 One Yen (1884)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%8F%A4%E9%87%91%E9%91%92%E5%AF%B6-%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E6%98%8E%E6%B2%BB%E4%B8%89%E5%B9%B4-1870%E5%B9%B4-%E5%A4%AA%E9%99%BD%E6%97%A5%E6%9C%AC%E9%BE%8D%E9%8A%80\" title=\"【Gukin Treasure Appraisal】Buyback Meiji 3 (1870) Sun Japan Dragon Silver\"\u003e【Gukin Treasure Appraisal】Buyback Meiji 3 (1870) Sun Japan Dragon Silver\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%8F%A4%E9%87%91%E9%91%92%E5%AF%B6-%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E6%97%A5%E6%9C%AC%E6%98%8E%E6%B2%BB%E4%B8%89%E5%8D%81%E5%9B%9B%E5%B9%B4-1901%E5%B9%B4-%E9%8A%80%E5%B9%A3-%E5%A3%B9%E5%9C%93\" title=\"【Gukin Treasure Appraisal】Buyback Japan Meiji 34 (1901) Silver Coin One Yen\"\u003e【Gukin Treasure Appraisal】Buyback Japan Meiji 34 (1901) Silver Coin One Yen\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo you have silver dollars and want to know their market value?\u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Gukin Treasure Appraisal\"\u003eWhatsApp 98342057\u003c\/a\u003ewith clear photos of both sides, and a\u003ca href=\"\/en\" title=\"Gukin Treasure Appraisal Hong Kong Ancient Coin Appraisal and Buyback\"\u003eGukin Treasure Appraisal\u003c\/a\u003eexpert will provide an initial quote on the same day. 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